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Resolute expands growth plans for Ravenswood (0) July 22, 2019 Resolute Mining will ramp up an expansion of the Ravenswood gold mine in Queensland after announcing a major upgrade in mineral resources and ore reserves for the site.
Beyondie investment decision looms for Kalium Lakes (0) July 22, 2019 Kalium Lakes expects to make a final investment decision (FID) for the Beyondie sulphate of potash (SOP) project in Western Australia this quarter following a funding approval from the German ...
Top five mining stories last week (0) July 22, 2019 Stay on top of the most read articles on the Australian Mining website over the past week, including the rise of mining salaries around the country.
Future of mining – digital transformation as a journey (0) July 22, 2019 To stay competitive, mines need to evolve their business and operation models to create a digitally enabled environment that is safe, efficient and sustainable.
Barminco proceeds with $800m copper contract (0) July 19, 2019 Ausdrill-owned contractor Barminco has secured one of its largest ever contract wins following the successful funding of a major copper mine in Botswana, Southern Africa.
ABB digital application unveiled to boost mine productivity (0) July 19, 2019 ABB launched the ABB Ability Operations Management System to boost efficiency, productivity, and profitability through maximising coordination between situations in the mine and weekly production plans.
Anglo American production gains buoyed by QLD coal (0) July 19, 2019 Anglo American’s coal sites in Australia have helped the company achieve a 14 per cent rise in global production across its diverse operations.
Vale begins compensation process for families of Brumadinho victims (0) July 19, 2019 Vale has advised relatives of the victims who suffered from the B1 dam breach at the Córrego do Feijão mine in Brumadinho that they can now register to receive compensation.
Western Areas to capitalise on nickel supply shortage (0) July 19, 2019 Western Areas has signalled its intentions to ramp up nickel production in response to signs of “tightening supply” of the commodity.
De Grey builds warchest for Pilbara growth (0) July 19, 2019 De Grey Mining is closing in on the next phase of an ambitious company expansion with the announcement of a capital raising to fund its acquisition of the Indee Gold ...
Mining sector third strongest contributor on job market (0) July 19, 2019 SEEK has released its July employment report, which indicated the mining, resources and energy sector is the employment market’s third strongest growth contributor.
MMG flags price slump on back of US-China trade war (0) July 19, 2019 Chinese-backed MMG has blamed the US-China trade dispute for a fall in base metal prices during the June quarter that affected the company’s results.
Stanmore Coal pins hopes on growth with Isaac Downs (0) July 19, 2019 Stanmore Coal has posted a company record in the June quarter to finish its 2019 financial year with 2.39 million tonnes of product.
Rapid deployment of power stations (0) July 19, 2019 Energy Power Systems Australia (EPSA) undertakes the fast mobilisation, set up and commissioning of power stations across Australia.
Chinese coal ban puts pressure on Yancoal (0) July 18, 2019 Yancoal has been affected by restrictions to Australian thermal coal deliveries into China during the June quarter, resulting in lower sales for the period.
Woodside returns dip on Pluto LNG issues, low prices (0) July 18, 2019 Woodside Petroleum has been impacted by an extension to planned maintenance at the Pluto liquefied natural gas (LNG) facility offshore Western Australia and lower-than-expected market prices.
MinRes works to overcome Wodgina commissioning concerns (0) July 18, 2019 Mineral Resources has responded to media speculation that approval for commissioning of the next stage of its Wodgina lithium project in Western Australia has been blocked.
South32 delivers production jump across Australian sites (0) July 18, 2019 South32 has recorded an uplift in production across its Australian operations – Cannington, Worsley Alumina and Illawarra.
Calidus expects 100,000oz/year at Warrawoona (0) July 18, 2019 Calidus Resources has revealed potential to produce around 100,000 ounces of gold a year at the Warrawoona project in the Pilbara region of Western Australia over an initial six-year mine ...
Regis progresses McPhillamys gold development (0) July 18, 2019 Regis Resources has submitted the development application and environmental impact statement to the New South Wales department of planning and industry (DPI) for its McPhillamys gold project.
CBH Resources to cut 130 jobs at Endeavour (0) July 17, 2019 CBH Resources expects to cut production and its workforce at the Endeavour lead-zinc mine north of Cobar in New South Wales following a “review of operational strategies.”
Metro considers Bauxite Hills mine life extension (0) July 17, 2019 Metro Mining has updated its reserve at the Bauxite Hills mine, resulting in a significant upgrade to the company’s alumina and silica output.
Australia’s LNG industry now a $50 billion earner (0) July 17, 2019 Australia’s liquified natural gas (LNG) sector is worth $50 billion as exports climbed 21 per cent in the 2019 financial year.
TNG faces hurdles in progressing Mount Peake approval (0) July 17, 2019 TNG has experienced hindrances in completing its final permitting process for its Mount Peake project in the Northern Territory.
BHP on track for successful year despite productivity losses (0) July 17, 2019 BHP remains optimistic about delivering high volumes over the next year despite recording approximately $US1 billion ($1.42 billion) in negative movement in productivity for the 2019 financial year.
Aeris beats full year copper guidance for Tritton operations (0) July 17, 2019 Aeris Resources has reported strong results from its Tritton copper operations in New South Wales, exceeding its full year production guidance.
Agrimin hands plant design contract to Primero (0) July 17, 2019 Western Australian-based minerals company Agrimin has awarded Primero Group an engineering design contract for its Mackay Potash project south of the Port of Wyndham.
Artemis expands Paterson Province holdings through Rincon acquisition (0) July 17, 2019 Artemis Resources has acquired Rincon Resources and its South Telfer project, which lies 12 kilometres from Newcrest’s Telfer mine.
WA mining salaries now higher than during boom (0) July 17, 2019 BDO Australia has reported that wages for some professions in the mining sector are rising above the levels seen in the last boom, particularly in Western Australia.
Even sewage can reduce operational expenses (0) July 17, 2019 As mining managers are constantly trying to find the answers to reduce operational costs it is possible that sewage treatment is being overlooked as part of the solution.
Mine electrification drives potential for reduced costs (0) July 16, 2019 The electrification of mines is not only good for the environment, but could improve project economics and strengthen licence to operate, according to mining executives from Australia and overseas.
Galaxy exceeds Mt Cattlin production expectations (0) July 16, 2019 Galaxy Resources has reported strong production results in the June quarter, beating its guidance at the Mt Cattlin operation in Western Australia.
BHP considers LNG ships for iron ore exports (0) July 16, 2019 BHP wants to introduce LNG-fuelled iron ore vessels, which could transport up to 10 per cent of its product in the coming years.
Rio Tinto hit by cost blowout at Oyu Tolgoi (0) July 16, 2019 Rio Tinto’s cost expectations for its majority-owned Oyu Tolgoi underground mine in Mongolia have risen considerably as the company released its latest quarterly statement today.
Mincor finalises drafting of Nickel West offtake agreement (0) July 16, 2019 Mincor has completed the final drafting of its offtake agreement with BHP Nickel West regarding material from Mincor’s Kambalda nickel sulphide business.
Gascoyne posts production record despite administration (0) July 16, 2019 Gascoyne Resources has delivered record monthly production at the Dalgaranga gold operation in Western Australia.
METS Ignited announces $4m in project funding (0) July 16, 2019 Growth centre METS Ignited will provide $4 million in funding for collaborative projects that deliver innovation to the Australian mining and resources sector.
Bis extends contract with Glencore at Murrin Murrin (0) July 16, 2019 Bis Industries has strengthened a partnership with Glencore-owned Minara Resources at the Murrin Murrin nickel-cobalt mine in Western Australia with a four-year contract extension.
Constructive welding with the Big Blue 400x (0) July 15, 2019 Construction sites are fraught with hazards. They can be particularly challenging for welding operators who are often required to work from dangerous positions, in chaotic environments.
Australian companies back Trump uranium import plan (0) July 15, 2019 Donald Trump’s decision to not issue a quota that would have limited uranium imports into the United States has been praised by Australian companies.
Record coal exports continue to drive Queensland economy (0) July 15, 2019 Queensland has set a record in metallurgical and thermal coal exports in June with 21.43 million tonnes of the commodity sent from the state.
Mitchell Services wins contract to blast Kirkalocka restart forward (0) July 15, 2019 Mitchell Services has secured a $33 million drill and blast contract at Adaman Resources’ Kirkalocka restart project in Western Australia.
OZ Minerals to explore Maslins in SA copper resource hunt (0) July 15, 2019 OZ Minerals will spend $10 million on a three-stage exploration program with Investigator Resources in order to earn up to 70 per cent of the Maslins project in South Australia.
Mount Gibson restart at Koolan Island makes the grade (0) July 15, 2019 Mount Gibson Iron has reported a positive restart to production at the Koolan Island operation in Western Australia, marking a “key transition period” for the company.
BHP introduces truck maintenance technology at Daunia (0) July 15, 2019 BHP Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA) has developed a system for truck maintenance at the Daunia coal mine in Queensland that reduces the average downtime for a regular service from two hours ...
Australia strengthens commitment to Antarctic mining ban (0) July 15, 2019 Australia is one of 54 national participants to continue its commitment to a ban on mining in the Antarctic as the Antarctic Treaty celebrated its 60th anniversary in the Czech ...
Top five mining stories last week (0) July 15, 2019 Stay on top of the most read articles on the Australian Mining website over the past week, including the effort to improve mine safety in Queensland after another serious accident.
Rio Tinto previews world’s rarest pink and red diamonds at Argyle (0) July 12, 2019 Rio Tinto has unveiled its annual showcase of the world’s rarest pink and red diamonds at its Argyle mine site in the east Kimberley region of Western Australia.
Alliance maintains strong Bald Hill performance (0) July 12, 2019 Alliance Mineral Assets has continued to build output at the Bald Hill lithium and tantalum mine in Western Australia, producing 38,717 wet metric tonnes of lithium concentrate in the June ...
Panoramic faces ongoing hurdles in Savannah ramp up (0) July 12, 2019 Panoramic Resources’ ramp up of the Savannah nickel project in Western Australia was well progressed in mining, paste filling and milling during the June quarter, despite not reaching its budget ...
TNT to offload Tasmanian assets in favour of American project (0) July 12, 2019 TNT Mines plans to sell its Aberfoyle and Great Pyramid tin and tungsten projects in north-eastern Tasmania to private Canadian company TinOne Resources.
BHP ramps up ‘bold’ Pilbara expansion plans (0) July 12, 2019 BHP’s ambitious expansion proposal for the Pilbara over the next century has been given approval by the Western Australian Government.
Lepidico shakes hands on Desert Lion merger (0) July 12, 2019 Lepidico and Desert Lion Energy have completed their merger, with work now set to launch at the combined company’s lithium project in Namibia.
Caterpillar hits emissions target with 794 AC truck (0) July 12, 2019 The Cat 794 AC mining truck has met the strictest United States emission standards, Tier 4, and is now using the same exhaust platform to progress its European Union Stage ...
Whitehaven growth defies softening coal markets (0) July 12, 2019 Whitehaven Coal has beaten its production guidance for the 2019 financial year on the back of strong performance at its New South Wales mines.
AVZ ramps up Manono development with GR Engineering contract (0) July 12, 2019 AVZ Minerals has appointed GR Engineering Services (GRES) as its definitive feasibility study (DFS) engineer for the company’s Manono lithium and tin project in Congo.
Golding restarts Baralaba North following accident (0) July 11, 2019 Baralaba North contractor Golding is producing at the Bowen Basin coal mine again after operations were suspended at the site due to the death of an employee last weekend.
OZ Minerals sets up future of Brazilian ‘strategic foothold’ (0) July 11, 2019 Oz Minerals will look to consolidate its Brazilian copper and gold assets through its strategy of operating multiple small and mid-sized mines in each of the Carajás and Gurupi provinces. ...
Kirkland Lake on track to reach Fosterville production targets (0) July 11, 2019 Kirkland Lake Gold expects production at the Fosterville mine in Victoria to exceed its record quarterly levels in the remainder of the year.
QLD faces mine safety reset and additional inspectors (0) July 11, 2019 The Queensland Government has appointed three additional mines inspectors and another chief inspector as the resources industry grapples with recent mine-related tragedies.
From Mt Carlton to Flemington: the creation of the Melbourne Cup (0) July 11, 2019 The Melbourne Cup trophy is perhaps the most admired prize in Australian sport, but the meticulous process used to make it is sometimes overlooked.
Which mining skills are in demand around Australia? (0) July 11, 2019 Recruitment specialist Hays has revealed the skills that are in demand across Australia’s resources sector heading into the second half of the year.
Boss extends GR Engineering relationship for Honeymoon restart (0) July 11, 2019 Boss Resources has contracted GR Engineering Services as the lead study consultant for the definitive feasibility study (DFS) at the Honeymoon uranium project in South Australia.
RailCorp access to Hunter Valley coal network cut by four years (0) July 11, 2019 IPART has imposed a 5.3 per cent rate of return on the NSW Rail Access Undertaking, meaning RailCorp may only have 21 more years of access to the Hunter Valley ...
Positive outlook boosts Dacian plan at Mt Morgans (0) July 10, 2019 Dacian Gold has updated its mine plan for Mt Morgans, revealing the company’s strong confidence in its flagship Western Australian project.
Mining and resources salaries spike in 2019 (0) July 10, 2019 Jobs in the mining, resources and energy sector have experienced one of the highest salary increases of any Australian industry in 2019.
Boss enters phase two of Honeymoon uranium restart (0) July 10, 2019 Boss Resources has reached the second phase of its plan to restart the Honeymoon uranium project in South Australia.
Sheffield increases high-grade zircon mining to a decade (0) July 10, 2019 Sheffield Resources could extend mining of the higher grade ore from seven to ten years at the Thunderbird mineral sands project in Western Australia, having registered a 10 per cent ...
Evolution growth plans accelerate as costs creep higher (0) July 10, 2019 Evolution Mining plans to significantly ramp up operational expansion and exploration despite reporting higher than anticipated costs for the 2019 financial year.
IGO investments to guide growth potential (0) July 10, 2019 Independence Group (IGO) has secured a series of investments in junior explorers in Western Australia, strengthening the company’s potential for growth.
Intermin to divest WA gold projects to Kingwest (0) July 10, 2019 Intermin Resources has agreed to divest its Menzies and Goongarrie gold projects in Western Australia to Kingwest Resources for $8 million.
New Century continues streak of record production (0) July 10, 2019 New Century Resources has recorded its highest zinc production at the Century mine in the June quarter, just as the company advances plans to expand the Queensland operation.
Pilbara Minerals expansion on track as offtake signed (0) July 10, 2019 Pilbara Minerals has delivered a strong quarter of production ahead of plans to continue plant capacity growth at its Pilgangoora lithium-tantalum project this year.
Millennium production on track following underground ramp up (0) July 10, 2019 Millennium Minerals has reported production in line with guidance at the Nullagine project in Western Australia, thanks to a ramp up of the Bartons underground mine.
St Barbara hits production target amid takeover talks (0) July 10, 2019 St Barbara has met its revised 2019 production guidance, while remaining on track to acquire Canada’s Atlantic Gold.
Components Only sets sights on key mining hubs abroad (0) July 9, 2019 Rapidly growing Australian business Components Only is establishing offices in the high-profile mining regions of Chile and Mongolia.
Altura inks new offtake agreement from lithium mine (0) July 9, 2019 Altura Mining has signed an offtake agreement with Chinese lithium materials producer Shandong Ruifu from its Altura lithium mine in Pilgangoora, Western Australia.
Women in Energy & Resources Leadership Summit comes to Brisbane for 10th year (0) July 9, 2019 Given the statistics, progress for gender parity appears slow, but the industry is experiencing an encouraging shift in the attitudes across the global energy and resources sector.
QLD launches expert reviews to investigate safety performance (0) July 9, 2019 The Queensland Government has initiated two independent reviews to identify changes needed to improve health and safety in the state’s mines following a spate fatal incidents.
Kalium Lakes awards Beyondie contract to Jaylon (0) July 9, 2019 Jaylon Environmental Systems will supply and install evaporation pond liners for Kalium Lakes’ Beyondie sulphate of potash (SOP) project in Western Australia as part of a $15 million contract.
South32 updates Worsley mine expansion plan (0) July 9, 2019 South32 Worsley Alumina has submitted a revised proposal to the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) regarding the expansion of its Worsley mine in Western Australia.
Rio Tinto drives WA regional economy through FIFO program (0) July 9, 2019 Rio Tinto’s fly-in fly-out (FIFO) program has delivered strong economic benefits for regional towns in Western Australia through employment and high spending.
Thyssenkrupp sets 2050 target for climate neutrality (0) July 8, 2019 Industrial engineering group thyssenkrupp has launched an official plan of action in a bid to reduce carbon emissions and be climate neutral by 2050.
Australia needs more gas supply, not govt intervention: APPEA (0) July 8, 2019 The Australian Petroleum Production and Exploration Association (APPEA) plans to work closely with the Australian Government on any proposed gas market reforms.
Jemena begins Atlas gas pipeline construction (0) July 8, 2019 Jemena has commenced construction of the Atlas gas pipeline south-west of Wandoan, Queensland.
Western Areas pushes Odysseus expansion towards first nickel (0) July 8, 2019 Western Areas continues to expand its Odysseus project in Western Australia through the development of further orebodies, while completing its early works program on schedule.
BHP studies Oak Dam with new exploration approach (0) July 8, 2019 The Oak Dam copper discovery in South Australia is still not locked in to become a new project despite ongoing drilling efforts, according to BHP.
QLD to hold crisis talks following latest tragic incident (0) July 8, 2019 The Queensland Government and resources industry will stage urgent discussions about the mining sector’s safety performance this week in light of four tragedies in the past six months.
Silver Lake follows IGO with Encounter investment (0) July 8, 2019 Silver Lake Resources has become a substantial shareholder in Encounter Resources as part of Encounter’s capital raising plans of approximately $1.4 million.
Argosy moves Rincon into production (0) July 8, 2019 Australian-based Argosy Minerals has launched lithium carbonate production at the Rincon lithium project in the Salta province of Argentina.
Junior explorers receive up to $30 million tax credits (0) July 8, 2019 The latest round of the Junior Minerals Exploration Incentive (JMEI) has been oversubscribed, with 43 companies successfully applying for the $30 million of available credits for the 2019–20 year.
Fortescue launches $500 million Eliwana contract spree (0) July 8, 2019 Fortescue Metals Group is expecting to hand out a further $500 million in contracts by the end 2019 as part of its construction of the Eliwana mine and rail development.
Operations halted at Baralaba North following tragic incident (0) July 8, 2019 A Golding worker has died at the Baralaba North coal mine in the Bowen Basin, Queensland. Operations have been suspended at the site until further notice.
Top five mining stories last week (0) July 8, 2019 Stay on top of the most read articles on the Australian Mining website over the past week, including Woodside’s plan to create thousands of jobs to develop the Burrup Hub.
Fortescue breaks ground at Eliwana mine and rail project (0) July 5, 2019 Fortescue Metals Group has officially started construction at the Eliwana iron ore mine and rail project in the Pilbara, Western Australia.
Stanmore bolsters excavator fleet at Isaac Plains East (0) July 5, 2019 Stanmore Coal has acquired a 600-tonne excavator, the CAT 6060, from Hasting Deering for its Isaac Plains East mine.
Beacon on track for gold production at Jaurdi (0) July 5, 2019 Beacon Minerals has commissioned a six-megawatt power station at its developing Jaurdi gold project in Western Australia.
Queensland enjoys more record export numbers (0) July 5, 2019 Queensland has broken another export record, having earnt $70 billion over the last 12 months for the first time according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
OceanaGold files for injunction amid local govt dispute (0) July 5, 2019 OceanaGold has endeavoured to keep its Didipio operations in the Philippines by filing an injunction against any unauthorised restraint of its operations.
‘Industry-shaping’ merger launched between Metso and Outotec (0) July 5, 2019 Metso and Outotec are merging to create a “leading company in process technology, equipment and services” for the minerals, metals and aggregates industries.
Strata Worldwide signs roof support distribution agreement with Burrell Mining (0) July 5, 2019 Strata to promote and distribute Burrell CAN roof support and Omega Block ventilation products to North American mining market
Explorer makes significant lithium discovery in North Queensland (0) July 5, 2019 Private exploration company Strategic Metals Australia (SMA) claims to have discovered a new lithium province in Georgetown, North Queensland.
Weir Minerals invests in future of tailings (0) July 5, 2019 Weir Minerals has extended its scope of service to the entire tailings process, from dewatering, transport and disposal to the conversion of tailings into a resource.
Gindalbie takeover gets nod from shareholders (0) July 5, 2019 Gindalbie Metals’ investors have approved the company’s $25 million sale to China-based Ansteel in a meeting, finalising a deal first announced in March.
Kalamazoo bolsters Victorian gold assets (0) July 5, 2019 Kalamazoo Resources is building momentum across its gold projects in Victoria through a set of exploration projects valued at $1.2 million.
Chalice drives Australian focus by offloading Canadian assets (0) July 4, 2019 Chalice has announced it is selling its wholly owned subsidiary, Chalice Gold Mines to Chantrell Ventures Corp for $C12 million ($13.1 million) in shares.
Loadscan expands into Australian market (0) July 4, 2019 Load volume scanning technology specialist Loadscan is following global demand and expanding its operations by opening up an office in New South Wales.
Queensland focuses on future gas supply with exploration approvals (0) July 4, 2019 The Queensland Government has given the green light to a joint venture between Santos and Shell, and for Bridgeport Energy to start gas exploration in the Surat Basin to boost ...
Galena secures major approvals to start Abra construction (0) July 4, 2019 Galena Mining has received final approval for construction, mining and production at the Abra base metals project in the Gascoyne region of Western Australia.
Independence Group exceeds Nova production forecast (0) July 4, 2019 Independence Group (IGO) has beat its 2019 financial year production guidance at the Nova nickel-copper operation in Western Australia after delivering a record March quarter.
ERM completes CSA Global acquisition (0) July 4, 2019 Environmental Resources Management (ERM) has acquired CSA Global in a move that intends to provide additional capabilities to address clients’ challenges across the life cycle of the business.
Peabody starts North Goonyella re-entry following fire (0) July 4, 2019 Peabody has commenced a re-entry of Zone 1 of the North Goonyella mine in consultation with the Queensland Mine Inspectorate.
SCE wins Metropolitan coal contract with Peabody (0) July 4, 2019 Peabody has inked a deal with SCE to transport coal wash reject from its metropolitan mine at Helensburgh to a number of tipping locations in the Illawarra, New South Wales.
Capricorn drives Karlawinda development amid chairman appointment (0) July 3, 2019 Capricorn Metals has entered into an $18.26 million equity raising to further develop its Karlawinda gold project in the Pilbara, Western Australia.
Kalium Lakes seals a $102m funding deal (0) July 3, 2019 Kalium Lakes has received another credit approval from German KfW IPEX-Bank for $102 million of funding for the Beyondie sulphate of potash project (BSOPP) in Western Australia.
Perseus signs off on $214 million package for gold development (0) July 3, 2019 Perseus Mining has signed the documentation for a $US150 million ($214.5 million) cash advance facility to develop its Yaoure gold mine in Cote d’Iviore, West Africa.
Australian gold price bolstered by RBA interest rate cuts (0) July 3, 2019 The Australian gold price has kicked higher in response to the Reserve Bank of Australia’s (RBA) decision to cut interest rates to a record low of one per cent.
Red River plots Hillgrove gold restart with acquisition (0) July 3, 2019 Red River Resources will acquire the shuttered Hillgrove gold-antimony project in New South Wales from Bracken Resources for $4 million in shares.
Stanmore boosts NRW contract with new Isaac Plains East fleet (0) July 3, 2019 Stanmore Coal and NRW Holdings are set to maintain run-of-mine (ROM) coal volumes from the Isaac Plains East mine in Moranbah, Queensland with the addition of a third truck and ...
Panoramic to sell non-core operation to focus on Savannah (0) July 3, 2019 Panoramic Resources plans to offload its Canada-based Panoramic PGMs (Pan PGMs) subsidiary to Benton Resources for $9 million.
Coalition tax relief to benefit highly-paid miners (0) July 2, 2019 The Australian Government’s plan to reduce margins on income tax for workers in high-payingindustries such as mining has received a positive response from the industry.
Doral’s purchase of MZI’s Keysbrook mine saves jobs (0) July 2, 2019 MZI Resources has agreed to sell its Keysbrook mineral sands mine in Western Australia to Doral Mineral Sands, securing staff jobs that may have otherwise been axed.
Intermin ‘committed’ to acquire $40m Coolgardie project despite delay (0) July 2, 2019 Gold explorer Focus Minerals has extended its lock-out agreement with Intermin Resources for the sale of its Coolgardie gold project in Western Australia.
Iron ore price rise builds excitement for Australian exports (0) July 2, 2019 The Australian Government’s outlook for commodities export earnings has attracted excited analysis as iron ore prices continue to ascend.
Sheffield signs offtake agreement for Thunderbird project (0) July 2, 2019 Sheffield Resources has secured an offtake agreement for the sale of unroasted primary ilmenite from its Thunderbird mineral sands project in north west Western Australia.
SIMPEC maintains winning streak with contract extensions (0) July 2, 2019 SIMPEC has added around $5 million in extensions to its contracts across all the structural, mechanical and piping, and electrical and instrumentation disciplines in Western Australia.
BCI moves closer to funding for Mardie project (0) July 2, 2019 BCI Minerals has progressed its funding arrangements with the Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility (NAIF) for the Mardie salt and potash project.
Metro drives Bauxite production through new deal with Aluminum Group (0) July 2, 2019 Metro Mining has signed a contract with state-owned Chinese company Aluminum Group to deliver 420,000 wet metric tonnes of bauxite in the second half of this year.
Macmahon reappoints former director following double resignation (0) July 2, 2019 Macmahon has moved to replace its outgoing directors by reappointing old non-executive director, Vyril Vella.
Surging iron ore drives mineral export value towards 2020 peak (0) July 1, 2019 The Australian Government expects commodity export earnings to peak a year later than expected due to a swing in the global iron ore price and a slight weakened exchange rate ...
Queensland resources industry ramps up job growth (0) July 1, 2019 The Queensland Resources Council (QRC) and the Greater Whitsunday Council of Mayors have signed an agreement to further boost resources jobs in the region.
OZ Minerals, Unearthed award $1m prize for exploration contest (0) July 1, 2019 OZ Minerals and resources-focused platform Unearthed have announced the winners for their Explorer Challenge, with the leading team securing $500,000.
First gold poured at Gruyere (0) July 1, 2019 The Gruyere joint venture between Gold Fields and Gold Road Resources has poured first gold at the Western Australian project.
Havilah takes steps to secure SIMEC funding (0) July 1, 2019 Havilah Resources is set to receive a capital injection of up to $100 million to fund work programs on its iron ore assets, copper projects and Mutooroo deposit in South ...
Top five mining stories last week (0) July 1, 2019 Stay on top of the most read articles on the Australian Mining website over the past week, including the Australian gold price’s continued rise to new heights beyond $2000 an ounce.
BHP settles $250m royalty dispute with WA Government (0) June 28, 2019 The Western Australian McGowan Government has finalised an ongoing dispute with mining major BHP related to iron ore royalty deductions.
Rio Tinto continues Koodaideri contract spree (0) June 28, 2019 Rio Tinto has signed Vossloh Tie Technologies to supply its Koodaideri iron ore mining project with the delivery of concrete ties.
OceanaGold denies Didipio mine halt (0) June 28, 2019 OceanaGold has responded to recent reports that it has halted operations at its Didipio copper-gold mine in the Philippines as false.
Lynas consolidates Japan as priority customer through loan extension (0) June 28, 2019 Lynas has signed a 10-year extension for the Japan Australian Rare Earths (JARE) loan facility, reaffirming Japan as a priority for the company’s rare earths supply.
Kalium Lakes awards contracts for Beyondie expansion (0) June 28, 2019 Kalium Lakes has awarded key contracts to Shell Energy Australia and APA Group for the transportation and supply of gas to meet the requirements of its Beyondie sulphate of potash ...
Directors deliver double resignation at Macmahon (0) June 28, 2019 Macmahon Holdings has revealed that two directors, including its chairman, have resigned at the company.
OZ Minerals and Minotaur reveal strong copper results at Jericho (0) June 28, 2019 Minotaur Exploration has reported drill assays for 13 more holes from its 2019 drill campaign at the Jericho deposit on behalf of the site’s joint venture (JV) with Oz Minerals.
Epiroc unveils first fully autonomous surface drill rig (0) June 28, 2019 Epiroc has rolled out the SmartROC D65 surface drill rig, which enables drilling of entire drill patterns without the need for an operator.
Fortescue opens Port Hedland ore harbour facility (0) June 28, 2019 Fortescue Metals Group has completed construction of its fleet of tugs and towage infrastructure at the company’s Herb Elliott Port at Port Hedland, Western Australia.
Whitehaven drives coal exploration through Micromine data system (0) June 28, 2019 Whitehaven Coal has ramped up its exploration in New South Wales and Queensland through introducing Micromine’s geological data management system, Geobank.
Minus the water on your mine site (0) June 27, 2019 The team at MTP understand the importance of dewatering and are proud to exclusively offer the Aquaplus SD, SDL and SDA Series pump range – specifically designed for mine site ...
Wall collapse at Middlemount results in tragic incident (0) June 27, 2019 Middlemount Coal has confirmed the death of a mineworker after a high wall collapsed on to an excavator with the worker inside.
Galaxy defers shipment from Mt Cattlin (0) June 27, 2019 Galaxy Resources has reported a shipment delay at its Mt Cattlin spodumene-tantalum operations in Western Australia, which was intended for departure during the second quarter of this year.
TNG inks rail deal for Mount Peake project (0) June 27, 2019 TNG has signed a binding contract with rail provider Genesee & Wyoming Australia to haul material from the Mount Peake mine more than 1100 kilometres to a processing facility in ...
Lepidico halts lithium pilot plant operations during ramp up (0) June 27, 2019 Lepidico has suspended its lithium pilot plant shortly after launching leach discharge filter operations yesterday.
Rio Tinto board member steps down after nine months (0) June 27, 2019 Dame Moya Greene has resigned from her role as non-executive director of Rio Tinto with immediate effect, after spending nine months in the position.
Ansteel moves closer to $25m Gindalbie acquisition (0) June 27, 2019 China’s Ansteel has informed Gindalbie Metals that its $25 million purchase of the company is final, allowing the iron ore company to demerge from subsidiary Coda Minerals.
Hastings secures WA EPA backing for Yangibana rare earths project (0) June 27, 2019 The Western Australia EPA has recommended that Hastings Technology Metals gain environmental approval for its Yangibana rare earths project.
BHP targets pit-to-port automation through tech transformation (0) June 27, 2019 BHP will fully integrate and highly automate its value chain, from pit to port, by replicating the operations of the aerospace and automotive industries.
New Century expansion could add seven years of mine life (0) June 26, 2019 New Century Resources’ proposed expansion of the Century zinc mine in Queensland is showing potential to add an extra $422 million of cashflow and seven years of mine life through ...
Gold price continues to reach unprecedented levels (0) June 26, 2019 Global events continue to push the gold price in the United States and Australian dollar to record levels as the precious metal strengthens its position as a safe haven for ...
Ardea Resources to spin off NSW projects (0) June 26, 2019 Ardea Resources plans to spin out its gold and base metal tenements in New South Wales into a subsidiary named Godolphin Resources.
Sandvik unveils latest two-boom jumbo underground drill (0) June 26, 2019 Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology has introduced the DD320S hydraulic drill for underground mining and tunneling operations.
Millennium delivers first gold from expanded Nullagine plant (0) June 26, 2019 Millennium Minerals has reached a milestone at the Nullagine gold project by producing its first gold from the site’s stage one sulphide plant expansion.
Fortescue awards $179m of contracts to Aboriginal businesses (0) June 26, 2019 Fortescue Metals Group has awarded two contracts to the value of $179 million to Aboriginal businesses for work at the Solomon Hub iron ore operation in Western Australia.
The future of mining to be unleashed at AIMEX (0) June 26, 2019 Technological advancements, workforce changes, community collaborations and environmental challenges are the focus at this year’s Asia-Pacific’s International Mining Exhibition (AIMEX).
BHP hands out civil construction contract in Pilbara (0) June 26, 2019 BHP has awarded a contract to Central Systems to undertake civil construction works at the Mount Newman mine in Western Australia.
MOD Resources backs latest Sandfire takeover offer (0) June 25, 2019 Sandfire Resources has launched a second acquisition attempt for MOD Resources, this time with a bid that gives the target a $167 million value.
Acacia Mining criticises Barrick Gold takeover plans (0) June 25, 2019 Acacia Mining has offered a barbed response regarding Barrick Gold’s intention to purchase the remaining shares that it does not already own of the company.
Dreadnought to acquire Newmont Goldcorp’s ‘drill-ready’ project (0) June 25, 2019 Newmont Goldcorp has offloaded the 75-kilometre long Illaara Greenstone Belt in Western Australia to mineral exploration company Dreadnought Resources.
ScoMo pledges to cut red tape for new mines (0) June 25, 2019 Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has pushed regulators to improve approval timeframes and reduce regulatory costs instead of ‘making things worse’.
Fortescue gains conditional EPA approval for Eliwana (0) June 25, 2019 Fortescue Metals Group has received a positive recommendation from the Western Australian Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) for the approval of its Eliwana iron ore project in the Pilbara.
Wallarah 2 thermal coal project takes leap forward with lease approvals (0) June 25, 2019 Kores Australia’s Wallarah 2 coal mining project has received a mining lease from the New South Wales Government following a lengthy approvals process.
Material processing and loading in one step (0) June 24, 2019 Efficient material flow is a key issue in any mining operation, power plant, bulk harbour and bulk material or storage area.
Paladin offloads majority stake in Kayelekera uranium mine to Lotus (0) June 24, 2019 Paladin Energy has agreed to sell its 85 per cent interest in the Kayelekera uranium mine in Malawi to Hylea subsidiary Lotus Resources, a joint venture with Chichewa Resources.
Barminco wins $800m contract at Botswana copper project (0) June 24, 2019 Ausdrill subsidiary Barminco has secured a major contract at the Khoemacau copper project in Botswana, Southern Africa.
Mining job opportunities continue to surge (0) June 24, 2019 Mining industry bodies have welcomed data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) which confirms growing job opportunities within the sector.
Lynas optimistic about rare earths boom (0) June 24, 2019 Lynas Corp has updated its 2025 growth plans, detailing a positive outlook on the rare earths market and regulatory issues in Malaysia.
Iluka opens Cataby operation following first production (0) June 24, 2019 Iluka Resources and Western Australian Premier Mark McGowan have officially opened the Cataby mineral sands mine in Western Australia.
Altura delivers record lithium cargo at Pilgangoora (0) June 24, 2019 Altura Mining has reported a strong increase in its quarterly sales from the Pilgangoora lithium operation in Western Australia, culminating in a record shipment for the company.
Top five mining stories last week (0) June 24, 2019 Stay on top of the most read articles on the Australian Mining website over the past week, including the official launch of an autonomous project in the Pilbara.
Peabody to consolidate thermal coal strength with Arch Coal JV (0) June 21, 2019 United States-based coal major Peabody Energy has secured a joint venture agreement with Arch Coal that will combine the companies’ Powder River Basin and Colorado assets.
Independence Group acquires 90% of Plumridge project from Arrow (0) June 21, 2019 Independence Group (IGO) now owns 90 per cent of the Plumridge nickel project in the Fraser Range, Western Australia after completing its farm-in expenditure with joint venture partner Arrow Minerals.
BHP to develop emissions reduction technology with Mitsubishi (0) June 21, 2019 BHP and Mitsubishi Development (MDP) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to work together to pursue emissions reductions.
Sandfire cements DeGrussa mine life (0) June 21, 2019 Sandfire Resources has strengthened the mine plan of the DeGrussa copper-gold project in Western Australia, carrying its mine life into mid-2022 and possibly exceeding its copper production guidance.
Dacian Gold bounces back with Mt Morgans high-grade discovery (0) June 21, 2019 Dacian Gold has discovered some of the thickest, highest-grade gold mineralisation ever intersected from its 100 per cent-owned Mt Morgans mine near Laverton, Western Australia.
Newcrest installs Papua New Guinea’s first private 4G network (0) June 21, 2019 Newcrest Mining has successfully implemented Papua New Guinea’s first private 4G LTE mobile network at the Lihir gold mine with the support of Telstra Mining Services.
Adani starts construction at Carmichael project (0) June 21, 2019 Adani has officially launched construction at its Carmichael coal and rail project in the Galilee Basin after receiving approval from the Queensland Government last week.
Australian gold price breaks $2000 as global uncertainty escalates (0) June 21, 2019 The Australian gold price has continued to surge this week, breaking the $2,000 an ounce mark for the first time amidst global uncertainty.
MACA, Blackham to push Wiluna into gold sulphide production (0) June 20, 2019 MACA is set to provide financial backing for Blackham Resources to undertake its stage one expansion of the Wiluna gold mine near Perth.
OZ Minerals launches renewable energy industry collaboration (0) June 20, 2019 OZ Minerals is embarking on an energy-focused project with six other notable industry organisations called the Energy and Mining Collaboration (EMC).
Anadarko to begin construction on $29bn LNG project (0) June 20, 2019 Anadarko Petroleum and its joint venture partners have made a final investment decision (FID) in favour of its $US20 billion ($29 billion) Mozambique LNG project.
Gold Fields to run Agnew mine on renewable energy (0) June 20, 2019 Gold Fields is set to make the Agnew gold mine in the northern Goldfields of Western Australia the first Australian mine to be powered by a wind, solar, battery and ...
Moolarben Coal to expand operations with NSW approval (0) June 20, 2019 Moolarben Coal Operations, a Yancoal subsidiary, has received conditional approval to increase production rates in its Moolarben joint venture (JV) project in New South Wales’ Central West.
Kalium signs Toll for Beyondie logistics (0) June 20, 2019 Kalium Lakes has awarded Toll Mining Services a haulage and port contract for its Beyondie sulphate of potash project (BSOPP) in Western Australia.
Gruyere JV experiences delay to first gold (0) June 20, 2019 Gold Road Resources and Gruyere Mining Company, a member of Gold Fields, have faced more than a month’s delay in the construction and commissioning the Gruyere project in Western Australia.
Metso joins CRC ORE cohort as member (0) June 20, 2019 Engineering company Metso has been welcomed as a participant of the Cooperative Research Centre for Optimising Resource Extraction (CRC ORE).
Rio Tinto challenges in Pilbara hit iron ore output (0) June 20, 2019 Rio Tinto has lowered its iron ore guidance for Pilbara shipments due to mine operational challenges at the company’s Greater Brockman hub.
Lincom Group recognised for spare part support with Global Leader Award (0) June 20, 2019 Lincom Group was delighted to be recognised by Powerscreen with the prestigious Global Leader Award of Excellence.
Mining to push NSW towards surplus with no royalty increase (0) June 19, 2019 New South Wales mining royalties are at record levels and forecast to keep the state budget in surplus over the forward estimates to 2022-23, despite the sector getting no share ...
Brazilian dam disaster a ‘turning point’ for environmental awareness (0) June 19, 2019 The world’s top five mining companies are becoming more sensitive to environmental and social risks, according to a report from S&P Global.
Syrah unveils $111.6m capital raising for Balama (0) June 19, 2019 Syrah Resources has entered into a convertible note deed and an underwritten entitlement offer to raise approximately $111.6 million for its Balama graphite project.
Newmont Goldcorp edges closer to Tanami expansion with Valmec (0) June 19, 2019 Newmont Goldcorp has awarded a $6 million construction contract to Valmec for the second expansion project it has proposed at the Tanami gold mine in the Northern Territory.
Coal to virtually disappear from 2050 electric power system (0) June 19, 2019 Coal is forecast to almost completely disappear from Australia’s electricity system by 2050 if governments do not attempt to keep plants online with subsidies, according to the latest economic analysis ...
Explorer to Strike while iron ore is hot (0) June 19, 2019 Surging iron ore prices have driven Strike Resources’ decision to restart work on a number of its iron ore projects in Australia and Peru.