Monthly Archives: August 2011

REGIONAL FLY-IN, FLY-OUT INQUIRY LAUNCHED

The House of Representatives Standing Committee on Regional Australia has today launched an inquiry into the experience of fly-in, fly-out (FIFO) and drive-in, drive-out (DIDO) workers in regional Australia. “The Committee recognises that the use of fly-in/fly-out and drive-in/drive-out workforces … Continue reading

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REMOTE ELECTRICITY SUBSIDIES: RAMSEY GETS SUPPORT OF PARLIAMENT

Federal Member for Grey Rowan Ramsey says the fact that his private members motion on the Remote Areas Subsidy for electricity has passed the Parliament unopposed, shows even the South Australian Federal Labor Members now stand in condemnation of the … Continue reading

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IMX: RESIGNATION OF MANAGING DIRECTOR

Iron ore producer and explorer, IMX Resources Limited wishes to advise that the Managing Director, Mr. Duncan McBain, has tendered his resignation to the Board. Chairman, Mr. Johann Jacobs, said that “it is with regret that we accept Duncan’s resignation. … Continue reading

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ONE SET OF REGULATIONS FOR ALL AUSTRALIAN MINING?

Draft model Codes of Practice open for public comment until 9 SEPT Safe Work Australia in partnership with the Commonwealth and states are recommending alteration of work health and safety laws for all mining across Australia.  This involves the opal … Continue reading

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