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How this Sudanese engineer rebuilt her career after war
Duha Mohammed didn’t expect to leave Sudan so suddenly. She had just earned a spot in a national engineering graduate...
Reimagining Tasmania’s biggest bridge
Spanning engineering, ecology and heritage, the Bridgewater Bridge project is setting new standards for bold urban infrastructure.
How synthetic biology can tackle existing engineering challenges in novel ways
Synthetic biology has the potential to address some big issues including food security, bio-remediation and health care.
Engineers with influence: From drawing boards to boardroom decisions
Despite their impact, engineers are often absent from decision-making that shapes our economy, infrastructure and future. How do we change...
Level crossing removal project promises safer rail lines for Perth community
Level crossings have long posed safety hazards, causing delays, congestion and tragic accidents. The METRONET Victoria Park–Canning Level Crossing Removal...
10 more podcasts that should be on every engineer’s playlist
A wealth of engineering content is available via the audio medium. Here are 10 of the top podcasts for engineers.
Like tunnelling through yoghurt
Completing the city portion of the project involved the technically demanding task of building the tunnel beneath Sydney Harbour.
Engineering salary guide: how much should you be getting paid in 2025?
Wondering how your pay stacks up against industry standards? Use these eight graphs to help you compare engineering salaries by...
These techniques could help prevent fires from gutting high-rise buildings
As shown by the Grenfell disaster, tragic consequences occur when a fire runs vertically up and down a tall building....
5 pressing issues for Australia’s water future
Australia’s growing cities and shifting climate demand smarter, cleaner and more resilient water systems. The question isn’t if we need...
