The world’s longest suspension bridge is being built across the Dardanelles, retracing the journey of the Anzacs. Australian crane company, The Men from Marrs, has been contracted to build a 600-tonne crane to help the construction of the world’s longest suspension bridge in Turkey. The bridge is to be completed in 2022. Director Simon Marr […]

As parts of Australia battle through horrific bushfires workers may question their entitlements if they were to take time off work to volunteer. Former Fair Work Ombudsman Natalie James discusses the rights of employees with Ross Greenwood. Click PLAY below to hear the full interview   Image: RFS

Mining giant BHP will welcome a new chairman who will have to tackle new challenges. Mike Henry will take over as BHP CEO after Andrew McKenzie resigned. BHP is facing pressure to leave the Minerals Council amid its climate change policy. Former Business Council Chairman Tony Shepherd discusses this with Ross Greenwood. Click PLAY below […]

Virgin Australia boss Paul Scurrah says quicker flights, rather than longer flights, may be the next step for aviation.  Virgin founder Sir Richard Branson has promised to take on Qantas on ultra-long-haul flights as Qantas launches its second test flight direct from London to Sydney. But Mr Scurrah tells Ross Greenwood the next step may […]

The Queensland opposition has slammed BHP after it announced driverless trucks will be rolled out at a mine in the Bowen Basin. Up to 86 driverless trucks will be introduced at the Goonyella Riverside mine. But Queensland LNP says BHP’s mining license should now be reviewed. Opposition leader Deb Frecklington tells Ross Greenwood the local […]

Wages growth is at its lowest level in more than a year, according to new data. The Australian Bureau of Statistics reported the wage price index rose by just 0.5 per cent in the September quarter. The annual growth now sits at 2.2 per cent, down from the growth at the end of June. CBA […]