Articles for Mr Steel

It’s time TDP and BJP made their stand clear on privatisation of Vizag steel plant, says Jagan
8 months ago

It’s time TDP and BJP made their stand clear on privatisation of Vizag steel plant, says Jagan

The Hindu  

Reiterating that the YSR Congress Party has always opposed the privatisation of the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y.S. Narasinga Rao submitted a representation to Mr. Jagan Mohan Reddy on the plight of the steel plant and the prompt action need to be taken by the Union and the State governments. Addressing the VUPPC team, Mr. Jagan Mohan …

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More Canberrans finding their feet in Australia's 'least walkable city', household travel survey finds
1 year, 1 month ago

More Canberrans finding their feet in Australia's 'least walkable city', household travel survey finds

ABC  

The car is still king in the capital but more Canberrans are deciding to walk rather than drive, a study has found. Key points: About one in five trips in Canberra and Queanbeyan are on foot The increase in walking is likely due to more housing in town centres, and more people working from home Public transport use has now …

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ACT government proposes rethink of transport planning to promote safer cycling, walking options
1 year, 4 months ago

ACT government proposes rethink of transport planning to promote safer cycling, walking options

ABC  

With its fast, safe roads and sprawling suburbs, Canberra has long been a city addicted to cars. But the ACT government says it is time to redesign the national capital, to make active travel — such as cycling and "micro-mobility" alternatives like e-scooters — safer and more viable. The government's active travel plan includes retrofitting cycleways onto main streets, and …

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ACT partners with federal government to build new composting and recycling facilities
2 years, 4 months ago

ACT partners with federal government to build new composting and recycling facilities

ABC  

The federal government has announced $13 million in funding for a new large-scale composting facility in Canberra. Key points: The facility will divert 50,000 tonnes of food and garden waste from landfill annually A new materials recovery centre will also be built to improve the quality of recycled products A recycling advocate says education is key to composting success The …

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'Serious questions' over use of taxpayer money as CIT awards nearly $8.5m in contracts to two consultancy companies
2 years, 6 months ago

'Serious questions' over use of taxpayer money as CIT awards nearly $8.5m in contracts to two consultancy companies

ABC  

Lucrative contracts awarded by the Canberra Institute of Technology to two consultancy firms headed up by a mountaineer raise concerns, the Canberra Liberals say. Key points: The Canberra Liberals say the decisions to award the multi-million-dollar contracts lack transparency Nearly $8.5 million has been awarded to Think Garden and Redrouge Nominees Pty Ltd, both run by Patrick Hollingworth The CIT …

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Nationalisation ‘least likely’ option for Liberty Steel, says minister
3 years, 6 months ago

Nationalisation ‘least likely’ option for Liberty Steel, says minister

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Business secretary Kwasi Kwarteng did …

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Food waste collection service to be rolled out across Canberra if ACT Labor re-elected
4 years, 4 months ago

Food waste collection service to be rolled out across Canberra if ACT Labor re-elected

ABC  

Canberrans without a kerbside green bin will be issued one, alongside a free compost caddy for their kitchen, if the ACT Labor Government is re-elected in October. Key points: ACT Labor says a food waste collection service will be rolled out across Canberra if they are re-elected at the upcoming election Labor says the election commitment would reduce the ACT's …

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Border collie working dogs are farmers' cutest and hardest-working employees
4 years, 4 months ago

Border collie working dogs are farmers' cutest and hardest-working employees

ABC  

Dogs are man's best friend, but they are also a farmer's best employees — with no job too big, they can save thousands of dollars in wages. Key points: Using working dogs can save farmers thousands of dollars in wages Dave Steel says his pack of working dogs helps manage up to 2,000 cattle and that prices of trained working …

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