Eighteen months after the blackouts that prompted the Finkel Review of the national grid, energy security is a hot topic in the upcoming SA state election.…
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Can forensic engineering teach you to think like a detective?
Want to help solve engineering mysteries? Lessons in forensic engineering are helping students think like detectives to learn more about what happens when things go wrong. …
How can Sydney’s public transport meet the needs of a growing population?
As Australia’s most populous city continues to expand, public transport will become key to linking Sydney’s inhabitants to jobs and infrastructure while reducing traffic congestion.…
Automation: Why does Australia still struggle to be a world leader?
In a bid to correct our low standing in global automation rankings, one organisation has initiated Australia’s first Robotic and Computer Vision Roadmap.…
45 million reasons why Australia needs a Modern Slavery Act
It’s likely the government will introduce a Modern Slavery Act soon. Such a step has been a long time coming, but what does it mean and why is it important?…
Autonomous vehicles: Are cities ready for driverless cars?
The liveability, productivity and sustainability of our cities will all be influenced by autonomous vehicles. But before they hit the road, there are a lot of considerations to think through.…
Infrastructure reform is past due, says one industry expert
The Australian Infrastructure Plan emphasises the need to pursue infrastructure reform that would see more services delivered through well-regulated markets.…
Deadline set for when roads need to be ready for autonomous vehicles
Australian governments have been put on notice that they need to be ready for autonomous vehicles in the next couple of years.…
Road reform has “major and growing problems” says ACCC chair
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) Chair Rod Sims says engineers are more often expert witnesses than defendants or plaintiffs before the ACCC, but engineers should be aware of thei…
Engineering takes Canberra: Meet the MP combining STEM with politics
Karen Andrews is the only female Federal MP with an engineering background. She speaks about her career and encouraging students to study STEM subjects.…