The Australian Mines and Metals Association is calling on the federal government to fix uncertainty in the offshore oil and gas sector after the Federal Court reversed an earlier decision to allow changes to foreign worker visas.
International engineering contractor Bechtel is seeking to diversify its local business by securing work on sustaining capital projects in the mining sector.
Industry groups have expressed their disappointment in a decision handed down by Fair Work Australia today, saying it paves the way for minority groups to create "carnage" in the workplace and creates more risks.
A peak industry group has expressed dismay at a Fair Work Australia ruling handed down today, which it says will encourage a 'strike first, commence bargaining later' approach.
23 Dec 2010
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