Infrastructure

Isis Sugar Mill, Bundaberg, Queensland, Australia.

Biorefinery plans for Wide Bay sugar mill

A Wide Bay sugar mill will be used to test the feasibility of converting sugar mill waste into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Australian technology developer Licella
Read more 26 February 2025
Small business owner with paperwork. | Newsreel

Red tape review open to small business operators

The feedback lines are now open for Queensland small businesses to have their say on the government red tape inhibiting their progress. State Small and Family Business
Read more 25 February 2025
Builders looking at warehouse construction. | Newsreel

Industrial lands plan to ease developer burden

An integrated Industrial Lands Action Plan is set to simplify planning for developers in New South Wales. McCullough Roberston Lawyers Partner Kate Swain said the State
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Artists impression Victoria Park stadium, Brisbane. | Newsreel

Brisbane 2032 starter’s pistol re-loaded for March 25

The infrastructure plan for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games will be released to the public on March 25. Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie said the State
Read more 19 February 2025
Builders on site. | Newsreel

Moves to cut red tape in construction industry

Queensland builders will have reduced financial reporting and licencing obligations under changes to the state’s building regulations. State Housing and Public Works
Read more 11 February 2025
Construction workers. | Newsreel

New employment laws drive spike in collective bargaining

A report on the impact of new Federal employment laws has shown an increase in collective bargaining and real wages since the legislation was passed, but has been
Read more 5 February 2025
Coolum Beach, Sunshine Coast, Queensland

Push to better prepare coastlines for climate change

A $100 million funding boost to prepare coastal habitats from climate change is on the Sunshine Coast Council’s Federal election wishlist. Mayor Rosanna Natoli said
Read more 4 February 2025
Australian golfer Greg Norman. | Newsreel

Greg Norman eager to help shape Brisbane 2032

Australian golfing great Greg Norman will join the Board of the Brisbane Organising Committee for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games (OCOG). Federal Sports Minister
Read more 31 January 2025
Manager in factory. | Newsreel

Industry leaders flag weak outlook for 2025

Leaders of Australian industry are scaling back long-term investment plans as they remain pessimistic about the country’s economic prospects for 2025. The latest
Read more 28 January 2025
Mining Queensland. | Newsreel

Queensland momentum challenges western dominance

A surging Queensland economy has improved its position in the State rankings, just falling short of pipping Western Australia for the top spot. The CommSec State of the
Read more 28 January 2025