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Expert Panel recommends further eight-month ban on fishing while human health risk assessment undertaken
Expert Panel recommends further eight-month ban on fishing while human health risk assessment undertaken

The proposed ban on commercial and recreational fishing in the designated area is recommended to remain in place until 30 June 2016.

Statement from the Williamtown Contamination Expert Panel
Statement from the Williamtown Contamination Expert Panel

The Panel continues to examine issues relating to the toxic leak at the local RAAF base.

$7 million funding for vital research infrastructure in NSW
$7 million funding for vital research infrastructure in NSW

The injection will bolster the State's R&D sector; which is a key driver of innovation in the local economy.

Newcastle engineer awarded Prime Minister's Prize for Innovation
Newcastle engineer awarded Prime Minister's Prize for Innovation

Professor Graeme Jameson's mineral-processing technology has revolutionised the mining industry worldwide; and added billions in export dollars to the Australian economy.

Hunter geotechnical engineer awarded top gong at inaugural Premier’s Prizes for Science & Engineering
Hunter geotechnical engineer awarded top gong at inaugural Premier’s Prizes for Science & Engineering

Laureate Professor Scott Sloan from the University of Newcastle has been named 2015 NSW Scientist of the Year.

Expert Panel recommends oyster ban end, further fish testing
Expert Panel recommends oyster ban end, further fish testing

Oysters pose no food safety risk; however; early test results reveal some fish species contain PFOS at levels which cause some concern.