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World’s largest scandium project one step closer to production

Sunrise Energy Metals (Sunrise) has announced the successful raising of $46 million for pre-construction activities at its Syerston scandium project …
Rio Tinto

Rio Tinto to reduce Yarwun output as it explores life-extension options

Rio Tinto will reduce production at its Yarwun Alumina Refinery in Gladstone as part of a plan to extend the …

MCA urges clearer definitions in Environment Protection Reform Bill

The Minerals Council of Australia (MCA) has called on the Federal Government to consider making key changes to the Environment …

Stopping wasted time in waste management

In mining, downtime is costly. Waste Initiatives delivers proven waste management solutions that keep operations reliable, efficient and compliant.

Hastings hits high-grade gold at Seven Leaders

High-grade gold mineralisation has been confirmed at the Seven Leaders prospect, returning notable downhole intersections from 21 of 32 drill …

Coal production to continue despite ‘short-term’ delays

Operations at TerraCom’s Blair Athol coal mine and Dalrymple Bay terminal in Queensland are fully operational despite slight supply constraints, …

Mining Commodities

Larvotto shines light on historic mine area

Larvotto Resources is breathing new life into one of New South Wales’ historic antimony-gold mines, with its maiden diamond drilling …

BHP launches Australia’s first electric locomotives

Australia has welcomed its first purpose-built battery-electric locomotives (BELs), with BHP leading the charge in the Pilbara.

AGC doubles South Cobar footprint

Australian Gold and Copper (AGC) has completed the acquisition of the Browns Reef tenement package from Eastern Metals, significantly expanding …

Merger booms for Alkane in first quarter

The Mandalay merger, strong cash and bullion, and robust gold sales have delivered Alkane Resources a strong first quarter of …
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Rio Tinto’s low-carbon aluminium milestone

Rio Tinto has announced the successful start-up of a new technology to help transition towards large-scale, low-carbon aluminium production.

Rio sharpens lithium focus

Rio Tinto has placed its Jadar lithium project in Serbia on care and maintenance as part of chief executive officer …

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Datarock announces beta launch of chip imagery system

Datarock has announced the beta launch of Datarock Chip, a first of its kind machine learning system that extracts structured …

‘Powerhouse’ ethernet switch for reduced downtime

Madison Technologies has introduced a new ethernet switch built for industrial networks to help reduced unwanted downtime.

Autoline doubles down on prop shaft design, with two new options

Australian light vehicle parts supplier Autoline has unveiled two new prop shaft designs for Toyota LandCruisers, developed specifically for mining …

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Low-friction sealing for long-life hydraulic cylinders

As modem machinery, equipment and motors are becoming more powerful, the hydraulic systems are increasingly subject to higher operating pressures …

To go or not to go: Kal Tire’s latest whitepaper on emerging markets

As miners advance into emerging markets, many are requesting the support of trusted service partners.

Driving conveyor safety in mining

Conveyors are mission-critical to mining – and also a major source of risk. This industry report deep dives into the …

Unlocking the power of automation in modern mining operations

With rising regulatory scrutiny and increasing demand for operational efficiency, dust control has become a critical focus for all mine …

Environmental, social and governance

IEEFA advocates ‘balanced’ approach to green iron

A leading green-transition not-for-profit has cited the United States and Europe as learning points for Australia, as the nation embarks …

Joint venture creates new model for Traditional Owner participation

Mineral Resources (MinRes) has launched a new joint venture that places Traditional Owners at the centre of its operations on …

New AusIMM series is helping miners embrace ESG

AusIMM’s 2025 Thought Leadership Series explores the urgency of ESG and rapid technology advancement in the mining industry.
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What the new 2035 emissions target means for mining

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced yesterday an updated emissions reduction target aimed at keeping global warming below the internationally recommended …

Pilbara mines could save $30bn through common-user infrastructure

Mining companies have been urged to work with governments, transmission developers and energy providers to deliver a coordinated approach to …