Infrastructure Projects

$10bn Galilee Basin project including Carmichael Coal Mine and rail works declared ‘significant project’

The Queensland Coordinator-General has declared the proposed Carmichael Coal Mine and Rail Project a Significant Project.

Blueprint charts course for infrastructure development in Queensland’s mining industry

The Queensland Government has unveiled a new plan to chart the course of Queensland’s coal mining infrastructure over the next two decades.

Southdown magnetite project proponents welcome green light for Albany Port Expansion

The WA Government has granted environmental approval for the Albany Port Expansion Project paving the way for the Albany Iron Ore Project.

BHP Billiton signs off on capital expenditure boost of $635m for Pilbara iron ore projects

BHP Billiton has approved a further $635 million of capital expenditure that will underpin continued growth in Western Australia Iron Ore's production profile.

Issues paper released on rail link Maldon south-west of Sydney and Dombarton near Port Kembla

The Federal Government has committed $3 million to undertake a feasibility study of a rail line between Maldon and Dombarton.

Fortescue Metals Group releases Public Environmental Review on $3.6bn Solomon Project

The Solomon Project involves the development of a new mining province in addition to the Chichester mines already operated by Fortescue at Cloudbreak and Christmas Creek.

Queensland fails report card on infrastructure improvements, maintenance and renewals

Queensland infrastructre requires major improvements, according to the Engineers Australia 2010 Queensland Infrastructure Report Card.

Bombardier Transportation Australia selected as preferred partner to build electric train fleet

The SA Government has selected Bombardier Transportation Australia as preferred partner to provide 66 new electric railcars for the Adelaide network.

Free information session for suppliers wanting information on making the most of Tenders WA

Government Procurement (WA) is hosting a free information session in West Perth on Thursday 18 November for suppliers seeking information on Tenders WA.