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Engineers Australia welcomes appointment of new ACT Chief Engineer

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Engineers Australia has welcomed the appointment of Gillian Geraghty as the ACT Government’s New Chief Engineer.  CEO Romilly Madew AO said Ms Geraghty is well placed to lead the territory’s engineering future. “As Director-General of Major Projects Canberra and an Engineers Australia Fellow with decades’ experience working on complex infrastructure projects and community programs, Gillian … Continued

New UNSW Nuclear Innovation Centre receives $7.5m gift from Sir William Tyree Foundation

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The centre of excellence in nuclear science innovation launches with funding for research, scholarships and academic positions. The UNSW Nuclear Innovation Centre (UNIC) was launched today to advance Australia’s nuclear science industry, underpinned by a $7.5 million donation from the Sir William Tyree Foundation, which will establish a suite of research scholarships in nuclear engineering. … Continued

Engineers Australia and Consult Australia sign Historic Collaboration Agreement

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    Engineers Australia and Consult Australia have signed a formal collaboration agreement, marking a significant milestone in a relationship spanning almost 90 years.   The collaboration, built on a shared history of engaging members and advocating for change, combines the unique views of both memberships to tackle shared challenges and seek growth opportunities. Central … Continued

Bridging a tech gap: How smart sensors can help defective bridges

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Thursday, February 15MEDIA RELEASE A NSW Smart Sensing Network (NSSN) project has developed smart fibre optic sensors which can monitor corrosion in concrete structures and help extend the service life of a bridge. While bridges are vital for economic and social growth, it is expensive to monitor their structural deterioration: the Australasian Corrosion Association estimates the … Continued

Engineering a diverse future for Australia’s STEM system

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 Engineers Australia welcomes the Pathway to Diversity in STEM Final Report and is urging the Australian Government to adopt the panel’s recommendations and its Diversity in STEM Program Strategy.   The report makes eleven recommendations to increase the diversity of Australia’s STEM system, from promoting equity and diversity throughout the educational journey and STEM careers … Continued

New Rockwell Automation partnership with Engineers Without Borders Australia to focus on sustainable community development

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Rockwell Automation, the world’s largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, has announced a new partnership with Engineers Without Borders Australia (EWB) to support sustainable development in our local and regional communities.   Rockwell Automation and EWB share a vision that encouraging young students to develop a sustainability mindset, supported by curiosity and … Continued