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Drilling commences at Woodlawn mine (3) July 8, 2016 Heron Resources has begun drilling at its Woodlawn Zinc-Copper Project, 30 km south of Goulburn in NSW.
Mining magnate fails to stop mining on his land (0) July 8, 2016 Andrew Forrest has failed in his bid to halt mining on his Pilbara family farm.
Miners need to focus on balance sheets to survive, EY says (0) July 7, 2016 Mining companies need to focus on strengthening their balance sheets and generating cash if they are to survive current market instability, EY states in its latest report.
Arch Coal escapes bankruptcy litigation with timely loan (0) July 7, 2016 Arch Coal has escaped possible litigation from creditors after securing support to work its way out of Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
New Strater 5 well log plotting software launched (0) July 7, 2016 Golden Software has released the new Strater 5 well log, borehole, and cross section plotting software.
Farmur acquires Kopex in major mining equipment supplier merger (0) July 7, 2016 Polish manufacturer and mining equipment supplier Famur is set to acquire Kopex, creating a merger of two of the nation’s major resource machinery suppliers.
Toro Energy signs native title agreement (0) July 7, 2016 Toro Energy has signed an agreement with Traditional Owners for its Wiluna uranium project.
Victoria to implement fire protection maintenance standard (0) July 6, 2016 The Victorian Government is implementing the fire protection maintenance standard AS1851 – 2012 for routine servicing of fire protection systems in all new and existing buildings.
ACCC to tackle large companies pressuring small contractors (0) July 6, 2016 Under new Federal laws, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is aiming to pursue unfair contracts by large companies that squeeze smaller subcontractors and suppliers.
Downer wins Meandu coal mine contract extension; signs Adani agreement (0) July 6, 2016 Downer EDI has signed a two year extension for mining services at Stanwell’s Meandu coal mine and a technical services agreement with Adani.
New explosion proof extension cord with eight outlets (0) July 6, 2016 Larson Electronics has released the new EPEXC-8X-12.3-25 explosion proof extension cord designed to extend the reach of equipment in hazardous locations where power receptacles are not close to the work ...
New shipping control centre for Port Hedland (0) July 6, 2016 Pindan Contracting has secured a $70.7 million contract from the State Government to construct a new Integrated Marine Operations Centre (IMOC) at Port Hedland.
Griffin coal workers’ pay halving halted (0) July 6, 2016 The decision to almost halve Griffin Coal’s maintenance workers’ pay has been put on hold following rallies.
Pacific National failed to heed warnings before coal train derailment (0) July 6, 2016 Pacific National has been found to have failed to act upon recommendations from internal investigations of wheel fractures before a coal train derailment in August, 2015.
QRC chief Michael Roche to step down (16) July 5, 2016 Queensland Resources Council chief executive Michael Roche will step down from the mining lobby group.
Youngest case of Black Lung confirmed (82) July 5, 2016 A 39 year old former coal miner has been diagnosed as suffering from Black Lung.
MineARC Provides Cost Effective Solution to Combat Heat Stress in Underground Mines (9) July 4, 2016 The Climate Control Shelter is MineARC’s answer to the prominent issue of heat stress within the mining industry. Heat stress has long been cause for concern in underground mining, experienced as ...
New Enerpac electric torque wrench (4) July 4, 2016 Enerpac has released the new Electric Torque Wrench to improve bolting efficiency.
Research expedition to test technologies for sea floor mineral deposits (1) July 4, 2016 The National Oceanography Centre (NOC) is leading a research cruise to address the challenges of exploring for mineral deposits on the sea floor.
National Transport Commission implement changes to Australian Dangerous Goods Code (0) July 4, 2016 Following a period of public consultation, the National Transport Commission has released its planned changes to the Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail. Geoff Allan, ...
Dangerous gas leak on Gorgon (2) July 4, 2016 Workers at the Gorgon LNG project were forced to down tools following a gas leak at the Acid Gas Removal Unit.
Another one dollar coal mine sold (0) July 4, 2016 The Blair Athol coal mine has been sold to TerraCom subsidiary Orion Mining, with plans to restart mining.
Watpac win Mt Magnet contract extension (0) July 1, 2016 Watpac has won a $45 million extension to its existing contract at the Mt Magnet gold mine.
Global iron ore cost curves in focus (0) July 1, 2016 Timetric’s Mining Intelligence Centre (MIC) has released its global iron ore cost estimates, highlighting the costs per tonne of iron ore operations.
APLNG makes first shipment to Japanese electric company (0) July 1, 2016 Australia Pacific LNG (APLNG)’s first shipment to Japan’s Kansai Electric has been welcomed by Queensland treasurer Curtis Pitt, boosting the state’s $60 million LNG industry.
CSIRO’s new drag reduction technology saves water and energy costs (908) July 1, 2016 The CSIRO’s new drag reduction technology for industrial pumps has been adopted by Glencore’s Minara Resources following successful full scale trials.
Newmont divests $1.3bn Indonesian mine (1) July 1, 2016 Newmont Mining has entered an agreement to sell its interests in PT Newmont Nusa Tenggara (PTNNT), which operates Indonesia’s Batu Hijau copper and gold mine.
Ninth miner diagnosed with Black Lung (0) July 1, 2016 Another miner has been diagnosed with Black Lung.
Rio divests shares in Bougainville Copper (2) June 30, 2016 Rio Tinto has given its 53.8 per cent share in Bougainville Copper (BCL) to an independent trustee, to allow Bougainville residents greater input into Panguna’s future.
Barminco wins contract renewal at Dugald (1) June 30, 2016 Barminco has won a five-year contract extension at MMG’s Dugald River zinc project worth up to $270 million.
Second largest diamond flops at auction (1) June 30, 2016 The world’s second largest diamond – the size of a tennis ball – has failed to sell at Sotheby’s auction in London on Wednesday.
Latest case of Black Lung diagnosed (0) June 30, 2016 Another, now eighth, case of Black Lung has been diagnosed in a Queensland coal min
NRW win Middlemount contract (13) June 29, 2016 NRW subsidiary Action Drill & Blast has won a contract for services at the Middlemount coal mine.
Cloud based data system wins innovation award (0) June 29, 2016 Reflex’s cloud based data platform Reflexhub-IQ received both Most Innovative Collaborative Technology and the Minister’s Award for Excellence in Innovation at this year’s WAITTA INCITE Awards.
Is iron ore set to fall to $35? (1) June 29, 2016 Despite iron ore’s recent strength, analysts remain negative on the metal, predicting a new floor price of US$35 per tonne.
South32 signs indigenous land access agreement (0) June 29, 2016 South32’s Groote Eylandt Mining Company (GEMCO) has secured a land access agreement to mine in the Eastern Leases and begin exploration in the island’s Southern Areas.
Laser vision sees light in mining slump (0) June 29, 2016 The biggest laser of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere is set to help an Australian surface engineering company double production. LaserBond has been using thermal coating techniques to produce hard-wearing ...
Atlas Iron managing director resigns (3) June 29, 2016 Atlas Iron’s founding managing director David Flanagan has resigned following the company’s return to financial stability.
Iluka announces new CEO (11) June 29, 2016 Tom O’Leary has appointed as the new CEO and managing director of Iluka, replacing outgoing chief David Robb.
Rio Tinto announces tax payment (0) June 29, 2016 Rio Tinto has unveiled this year’s tax payments, stating it paid US$4.5 billion in tax and royalties globally.
Redundancy pay cap on the cards for coal mine workers (0) June 28, 2016 A nine-year cap could be put on redundancy pay for coal miners if approved by the Fair Work Commission.
$1m support fund of injured and dead mine worker families closed (2) June 28, 2016 The Australian Workers Union has closed the $1 million support fund to support families of injured and dead mine workers, believing its purpose ‘no longer exists’.
Woodside, Mitsui approved for Greater Enfield oil project (0) June 28, 2016 Woodside and joint venture partner Mitsui have been approved for the development of the Greater Enfield project.
New Talisman secures exploration agreement with Newcrest (0) June 28, 2016 New Talisman Gold Mines (NTL) has entered a binding agreement with Newcrest International over the Rahu Project north of the Talisman mine in New Zealand.
First ore mined at Nova nickel (5) June 28, 2016 Independence Group has taken a major step forward with first development ore mined at the Nova project.
MACA wins $115m contract for Matilda gold mine (0) June 28, 2016 MACA has been named preferred contractor for Blackham Resources Matilda gold m
Iron ore rises on the back of Brexit (2) June 28, 2016 Iron ore has gained pace in markets overnight thanks to concerns over the Brexit’s effect on trade.
Vehicle rollover injures four on Rio Tinto mine (0) June 27, 2016 Another serious incident has occurred at Rio Tinto’s Greater Paraburdoo mine.
New headlamps for increased visibility (10) June 27, 2016 Princeton Tec have released the latest model of their Vizz Series headlamp, the Princeton Tec Vizz II.
New cleaning system to reduce spillage from carryback (0) June 27, 2016 Martin has released the Washbox Cleaning System that combines water spray and secondary cleaning blades in a self-contained unit, draining residue safely from work areas.
BHP to spend nearly a fifth of budget on exploration (0) June 27, 2016 BHP has announced a renewed focus on exploration, targeting “opportunities across copper and oil”, aiming to spend nearly 20 per cent of its capital budget on exploration.
BC Iron, Watpac settle legal dispute over Nullagine (0) June 27, 2016 A $100 million legal dispute has been settled between BC Iron and Watpac after Watpac’s mining contract was terminated at the now mothballed Nullagine joint venture.
Anglo American’s coal mine sale down to two bidders (0) June 27, 2016 It is believed the sales process for Anglo American’s Grosvenor and Moranbah North coal mines is now down to the last bidders, BMA and AMCI.
Abducted Macmahon workers in Nigeria released (3) June 27, 2016 All seven Macmahon workers, including three Australians, kidnapped last week in Nigeria have been released.
FMG ratings outlook upgraded (2) June 27, 2016 Moody’s has upgraded Fortescue’s outlook to stable, affirming its rating at Ba3.
Project approval delays costing Queensland $3.9bn: report (0) June 24, 2016 A new PwC report has highlighted the significant cost delays to major projects has to the Queensland economy.
Sandvik unveils new cone crusher (0) June 24, 2016 Sandvik’s new CH540 cone crushers have a low environmental impact and increase production capacity, eliminate bottlenecks, and reduce cost per tonne produced.
New telescopic chute to be released (0) June 24, 2016 Sandvik’s new WE6000i telescopic chute has been developed to be fed by conveyors with belt widths of less than 800mm.
Griffin coal miners to strike (1) June 24, 2016 Miners will carry out 24 hours of strikes today at the Griffin Coal mine after workers’ pay was cut by more than 40 per cent.
Historic mines in WA to be revived (1) June 24, 2016 With gold mining in good financial shape, some historic mines in the Kalgoorlie-Laverton-Leonora region in Western Australia are being revived or expanded.
Three Australians among seven workers abducted in Nigeria (0) June 24, 2016 Macmahon has confirmed the kidnapping of seven employees, including three Australians, at its operations in Nigeria, with the fatal shooting of a local employee.
Mine drug raid comes up empty handed (0) June 24, 2016 The latest, and fourth, phase of Pilbara drug investigation Operation Redwater has hit four mines over four days, and found no drugs.
Australian contractors kidnapped in Nigeria (3) June 23, 2016 Two Australians and a New Zealander are among the five workers kidnapped in Nigeria after their vehicle was attacked by an alleged group of militants.
South Australia’s molten salt technology to reduce mineral processing costs (1) June 23, 2016 The University of South Australia and Centrex Metals are developing the use of molten salt technology in mineral processing to minimise energy and water costs.
Rio Tinto Hail Creek coal mine fined for denying workers sick leave (6) June 23, 2016 Rio Tinto has been fined $24,000, payable to the CFMEU, after it denied workers access to paid sick leave.
Moly-Cop looks to boost production in Chile (0) June 23, 2016 Arrium’s Moly-Cop grinding media business has lodged an application with Chilean environmental authorities to double capacity at its Mejillones plant.
Orica wins blasting patent battle (5) June 23, 2016 Orica has won its long running battle with Dyno Nobel over patented shotfiring techniques.
Telstra launches new mining technology division (3) June 23, 2016 Telstra has launched a new mining communications services department.
Carbon dioxide from coal mines equivalent to small power plant: study (0) June 23, 2016 A new study has found the amount of carbon dioxide released from 140 coal mines throughout Pennsylvania, USA, is equal to a small power plant.
New split-bucket mounting system launched (0) June 23, 2016 Haver & Boecker have released their new Tyler F-Class Split-Bucket Mounting System which provides simplified maintenance and bearings change outs for operators, minimising downtime.
FMG pays down US$500m in debt (0) June 23, 2016 Fortescue Metals Group has continued its focus on reducing debt, paying off US$500 million from its 2019 term loan.
Rio to reduce debt by $US3 billion (0) June 22, 2016 Rio Tinto has released its June tender offers in an effort to reduce its gross debt by another $US3 billion.
FMG CFO Stephen Pearce appointed to board (0) June 22, 2016 Fortescue’s chief financial officer Stephen Pearce has been appointed to the company’s board as an executive director.
Workers exposed to lead and mercury (0) June 22, 2016 Workers are believed to have been exposed to hazardous chemicals during processing at a now closed mine.
NSW budget released, royalty revenue less than expected (1) June 22, 2016 NSW coal royalties have contributed less to the state than the government had expected, dropping by approximately $270 million in this year’s state budget.
Petra uncovers large diamond (2) June 22, 2016 Petra Diamonds has uncovered a 121.26 carat diamond.
Rio Tinto announces new business organisation (0) June 21, 2016 Rio Tinto has changed its organisational structure, with iron ore head Andrew Harding to leave the business.
BHP to cut coal costs by $800m (1) June 21, 2016 BHP is aiming to find US$600 million in savings from its coal operations, as it focuses on productivity and finding ‘latent capacity’.
Ferrier Hodgson seeks legal action against Forge Group (0) June 21, 2016 Liquidator Ferrier Hodgson is seeking funds to investigate the possibility of taking legal action against former directors of the collapsed Forge Group.
Ammonia leaks investigated at Burrup plant (0) June 21, 2016 Eleven reportable leaks have led to investigations at the Pilbara Fertiliser site in Western Australia, owned by Yara International.
Mining see signs of revival, stifled by government regulations: report (0) June 21, 2016 A new report has found the mining industry is showing signs of revival for the first time in three years, however this could be hampered by government regulations.
Killed Rio Tinto worker named (3) June 21, 2016 The shutdown fitter killed earlier this week at the Channar mine has been named as Lee Buzzard.
BHP to automate its WA iron blasthole drill fleet (0) June 21, 2016 Atlas Copco is providing BHP 18 autonomous upgrade packages to convert their fleet of Pit Viper 271 rotary blasthole rigs throughout their WA iron ore operations.
Anglo American to close Drayton coal mine (1) June 21, 2016 Anglo American will close its Drayton coal mine early as it fails to get approvals for its Drayton South project.
QLD MP apologises for providing confidential documents to QRC (2) June 20, 2016 Queensland Opposition MP Stephen Bennett has apologised to the State Parliament after providing confidential draft recommendations to the Queensland Resources Council (QRC).
Mines and Metals Association welcomes crackdown on trade union corruption (0) June 20, 2016 The Australian Mines and Metals Association has welcomed the Coalition’s commitment to crackdown on trade union corruption and criminal activities.
Worker killed at Rio Tinto’s Channar mine (0) June 20, 2016 The first fatality of 2016 has been recorded, after a worker has died in an incident on Rio Tinto’s Channar iron ore mine.
Federal government announces Arrium assistance (0) June 20, 2016 The federal government announced a $49.2 million loan for Arrium’s iron ore mines, which it said would have an “immediate impact” on the iron ore and steel business.
Slippery engineering helps solve the challenges of ratholes (0) June 20, 2016 Common and costly bulk material flow challenges include arching of product to inhibit free flow and the clogging condition known as ratholing.
NRW wins Rio Tinto contract (5) June 17, 2016 NRW has won a $30 million contract for earth and civil works at Rio Tinto’s Yandicoogina mine.
Samarco unlikely to restart by year’s end; 1000 jobs may go (0) June 17, 2016 Brazil’s Samarco iron ore mine is unlikely to resume production by the end of this year following the disastrous tailings dam burst last year.
Weir Minerals launches new cone crusher range (0) June 17, 2016 Weir Minerals has released the Trio Top Performance cone crusher range, providing higher reduction with better shaped material.
Job cuts confirmed at Hay Point, CFMEU threatens legal action (0) June 17, 2016 The CFMEU may take legal action to prevent up to 20 forced redundancies at BHP’s Hay Point Coal Terminal.
World’s top 40 miners [infographic] (1) June 17, 2016 Australian Mining has collected together the top 40 miners globally, showing who is the largest of them all, and which companies are still performing despite the downturn.
ALROSA uncovers large rough diamond (4) June 17, 2016 Alrosa has found a 241.21 carat diamond, one of the largest ever found in Russia.
Isaac Plains to begin highwall operations (0) June 16, 2016 Stanmore Coal has announced the commencement of highwall operations at its Isaac Plains coal mine.
Coalition won’t enter ‘bidding war’ to save Whyalla steelworks (0) June 16, 2016 Labor will announce a commitment worth $100 million to attempt to save Arrium’s Whyalla plant, but the federal government has criticised the timing of the news, saying it wouldn’t enter ...
Barminco secures East Kundana mining contract (0) June 16, 2016 Barminco has obtained a three-year $275 million contract at Northern Star’s East Kundana joint venture project in WA’s Eastern Goldfields
Doray begins underground development (0) June 16, 2016 Doray Minerals has begun underground development at Deflector, following its first concentrate shipment.
OZ Minerals settles Zinifex class action (0) June 16, 2016 OZ Minerals has reached a $32.5 million settlement over the class action proceedings against it.
First female mine safety commissioner appointed in QLD (0) June 16, 2016 Kate du Preez has been appointed as the new commissioner for Mine Safety and Health, becoming the first woman to hold the position Queensland.
Contractor fined for safety negligence (3) June 16, 2016 Goodline and its director have been fined $10,000 by the WA Building Services Board for negligent conduct.
Leveraging the IoT to reduce coal power plant emissions (0) June 16, 2016 At its Minds + Machines event in Paris this week, General Electric’s GE Power revealed a new suite of technologies designed to leverage the Internet of Things (IoT) to improve ...
Resource Capital Fund to acquire Ausenco (1) June 15, 2016 Ausenco has entered an agreement with private equity firm Resource Capital Fund (RCF) to acquire the contractor for $153.7 million.
De Beers sells 50pc stake in African coal mine (0) June 15, 2016 De Beers is selling its 50 per cent stake in Botswana’s only coal mine, amid owner Anglo American’s efforts to divest ‘non-core’ assets.
New unknown space rock uncovered in Sweden (0) June 15, 2016 A never before encountered rock from a meteorite has been found in Sweden.
QLD budget released, reforms still sought (0) June 15, 2016 Queensland treasurer Curtis Pitt upheld the government’s commitment not to increase royalties in yesterday’s state budget.
Worker’s fingers amputated in truck maintenance accident (8) June 15, 2016 A tyre fitter’s fingers have been partially amputated after an accident while operating a hydraulic bead breaker.
First graphene factory opened in Geelong (1214) June 15, 2016 The first graphene factory in the country has been opened in Geelong, which can “consider itself the graphene capital of Australia” according to the company behind it.
Kal Tire acquires Klinge tyre services (7) June 15, 2016 Kal Tire has acquired Klinge & Co., a tyre service, training, software and consulting company.
Civil lawsuit dismissed for Samarco disaster: Vale (0) June 15, 2016 Iron ore giant Vale SA said the 20 billion reals (AU$7.8 billion) civil lawsuit claiming damages for the Samarco mine disaster last year has been dismissed.
QLD court dismisses worker caustic burn compo appeal (0) June 15, 2016 The Supreme Court of Queensland has dismissed a worker compensation appeal after his claim was reduced when footage emerged of the man performing karate with his damaged foot.
Tasmanian mining minister resigns (4) June 15, 2016 Tasmania’s mining minister Adam Brooks has resigned amid allegations of a conflict of interest.
Iron ore falls after steady price (10) June 14, 2016 The price of iron ore has dropped yet again, falling by 0.6 per cent to $US51.80 a tonne, after remaining stable for the last three days.
Downturn not finished yet: NAB (5) June 14, 2016 Despite increased positivity in the resources sector, NAB research has forecast the current downturn to continue, with more than 50,000 jobs to be lost.
Mitchell wins Glencore exploration contract (5) June 14, 2016 Mitchell Services has won a contract to provide near mine exploration drilling at Clermont’s coal operations.
QLD Government boost to abandoned mine safety (0) June 14, 2016 The QLD Government will commit $42 million in the 2016-17 State Budget to manage public safety risks related to abandoned mine sites throughout the state.
Pay nearly halved for Griffin coal miners (4) June 14, 2016 A decision supported by the Fair Work Commission to slash Griffin Coal’s Collie miners pay by 43 per cent has been slammed by unions.
Ramelius to begin stope production at Vivien (0) June 14, 2016 Ramelius has taken a step forward at its Vivien gold mine, starting stope production this week.
New professorial chair appointed at Curtin University (0) June 14, 2016 Professor Anton Kepic has been appointed Boart Longyear professorial chair at Curtin University in WA.
Newcrest resumes mining at Kencana (0) June 14, 2016 Newcrest has resumed mining at its Kencana mine following a ‘geotechnical event’ at the site in February.
New resources scaffolder safety program launched (0) June 14, 2016 A new training framework has been launched in Western Australia to lift safety levels and cut duplication in scaffolding.
Founding chair of AAMEG honoured in Queen’s Birthday list (0) June 14, 2016 Bill Turner, founding chair of the Australian-Africa Minerals Energy Group (AAMEG), was recognised in the Queen’s Birthday Honours list 2016.
GHH Drives efficiency and productivity with its world class equipment (0) June 10, 2016 GHH’s EDS efficient drive system is set to save money and increase productivity and safety. Since GHH started manufacturing LHD’s and mine trucks the company has supplied over 3700 units worldwide, ...
New longwall shearer designed to combat coal dust (0) June 10, 2016 Longwall shearers have been designed to combat coal dust and battle black lung.
Glencore shuts Bowen coke operations (19) June 10, 2016 Glencore has announced that it will be closing its North Queensland Bowen Coke Works facility over the next few months.
FMG subsidiary fined for severe worker injury (3) June 10, 2016 Fortescue Metals subsidiary The Pilbara Infrastructure has been fined for an incident which saw the double amputation of a worker’s legs.
BHP considers new Pilbara mine (0) June 10, 2016 BHP has begun planning for a new operation to potentially replace its aging Yandi iron ore mine.
WA juniors receive exploration funding (0) June 10, 2016 The WA Department of Mines and Petroleum has selected nearly 50 companies to receive funding for exploration drilling in the state.
New technology offers hope for storing carbon dioxide underground (0) June 10, 2016 As BHP unveils its new carbon capture and storage technology, other methods of reducing or utilising carbon emissions are being investigated.
South Australia pledges millions to save Whyalla steelworks (2) June 9, 2016 The South Australian government has pledged $50 million to assist in saving the Whyalla steelworks, requesting that both sides of federal politics also commit to co-investment in the facility.
Jacobs Engineering wins Rio Tinto Oyu Tolgoi contract (0) June 9, 2016 Jacobs Engineering has signed a contract for underground works at Rio Tinto’s Mongolian Oyu Tolgoi copper gold mine.
Exhibitors unveil new equipment at QME (0) June 9, 2016 Hundreds of exhibitors will be showcasing state-of-the-art mining and engineering technical solutions and innovations at Queensland Mining and Engineering Exhibition.
Whittens wins Dugald River contract (6) June 9, 2016 Whittens has won a contract for MMG’s Dugald River mine.
Chevron managing director receives safety award (0) June 9, 2016 Chevron Australia’s outgoing managing director Roy Krzywosinksi has received life membership at this year’s APPEA conference for his efforts in promoting process and personal safety.
RPM launches mining financial modelling software (0) June 9, 2016 Runge Pincock Minarco announces the release of the latest version of its enterprise financial modelling product, XERAS Enterprise with several new innovative features allowing users to gain greater insight into ...
Greenland gives greenlight for yellowcake export (1) June 8, 2016 Greenland and Denmark’s parliaments have passed legislation to regulate uranium export from Greenland.
SA wind technology to enhance mine safety (0) June 8, 2016 New South Australian technology is being developed to enhance visibility and worker safety on mining and construction sites.
Local jobs pushed at new QLD mine (2) June 8, 2016 Cloncurry Shire Council has said it will push to keep jobs local following the completion of a new mine in Queensland.
Arrium collapse investigation has begun (3) June 8, 2016 A forensic investigation into Arrium’s collapse is underway, reconstructing events focusing on the six months prior to the company’s April 7 administration.
OZ Minerals reach Zinifex class action settlement (0) June 8, 2016 OZ Minerals have reached a settlement with a class action carried out by former Zinifex shareholders.
AWE, Mitsui combine for Waitsia bid (0) June 8, 2016 AWE and Japanese energy giant Mitsui have joined together to bid up to $200 million for Origin Energy’s stake in Waitsia.
Another worker injured in IT work basket crush incident (2) June 8, 2016 A worker has been seriously injured after being crushed in an integrated tool carrier work basket incident underground.
BHP exits Indonesian coal asset (6) June 8, 2016 BHP has divested its stake in IndoMet Coal, exiting Indonesia completely.
Rio Tinto continues to buy back existing notes (0) June 8, 2016 Rio Tinto has launched a new cash tender offer for US$3 billion of its existing notes, as it continues to drive down debt levels.
Is mining back in a bull market? (1) June 7, 2016 After years of brutal readjustment from the boom, is mining well and truly out of the downturn?
Coats Group announces two acquisitions (17) June 7, 2016 Industrial thread and craft company Coats Group has announced the acquisition of Gotex and Fast React Systems.
Zero surprises with MEX maintenance software (0) June 7, 2016 What the Australian industrial sector really wants isn’t the latest cutting edge, space age technology or gadget that can supposedly change the face of the sector, they don’t need the ...
Miners wasted the boom, PwC says (7) June 7, 2016 Nearly a third of capital expenditure spent by the top 40 major miners since 2010 has been wasted, according to a new PricewaterhouseCoopers’ report.
BHP announces new carbon capture partnership (0) June 6, 2016 BHP has announced a new building block in its climate change strategy with the announcement of a carbon capture partnership with Peking University.
Gold companies to appeal class action over silicosis (1) June 6, 2016 Major South African gold mining companies will appeal the court decision allowing workers in the country to seek compensation after contracting lung diseases.
WorleyParsons wins Johan Sverdrup construction contract (0) June 6, 2016 WorleyParsons has been awarded a contract for the construction of three bridges connecting the four platforms and two flare booms at Statoil’s Johan Sverdrup project.
UGL sees ongoing issues with Ichthys, threatens legal action (11) June 6, 2016 Blame is being flung between UGL and its client over ongoing delays at the Ichthys SMP and CCPP projects, and may result in a $200 million legal claim.
$7 million in equipment missing from Pilbara project (2) June 6, 2016 Seven million dollars’ worth of plant materials and equipment has disappeared at a mine construction site in the Pilbara.
Luxembourg back space mining ambitions (2) June 6, 2016 Luxembourg’s Government has put 200 million Euros into its plans to become a global space mining hub.
Department of Planning fines Rio Tinto for breaching blasting noise limits (0) June 6, 2016 The NSW Department of Planning & Environment has issued a penalty notice to Rio Tinto’s Hunter Valley Operations for exceeding noise levels during blasting.
Komatsu launches new environmentally friendly dozer (0) June 3, 2016 Komatsu has released the new D61 EXi/PXi-24 dozer, adding to its range of intelligent control dozers.
Joy Global records share price increase (0) June 3, 2016 Mining equipment manufacturer Joy Global’s shares have had a significant increase on the back of service sales increases and strong cost cutting measures.
Deutsche Bank to advise Arrium Moly-Cop sell off (0) June 3, 2016 Arrium’s administrator KordaMentha will appoint Deutsche Bank for the sale of Arrium’s grinding media business, Moly-Cop.
Peabody Australia sees massive losses (4) June 3, 2016 After recording close to $3 billion in losses, the future of the Australian arm of the now bankrupt Peabody Energy looks precarious.
South32 to cut 270 jobs (18) June 3, 2016 South32 will cut 270 back office jobs in Australia, Singapore, and South Africa in an effort to cut costs during low share prices.
Glencore to close Tahmoor coal mine (0) June 2, 2016 Glencore will close the Tahmoor coal mine in 2019, as weak coal prices continue to hammer the industry.
Sustainable silica extraction process patent lodged (0) June 2, 2016 Leaf Resources have lodged an Australian patent application for a new silica extraction process using plant waste.
Vivid green diamond sale breaks two world records (0) June 2, 2016 Two world records have been set by a fancy vivid green 5.03 carat diamond on Tuesday at Christie’s Hong Kong Magnificent Jewels sale, selling for $US16.8 million (AUD$23 million).
New drilling program to boost greenfields exploration (45) June 2, 2016 A world first drilling program trailing new technologies in South Australia is expected to help revive greenfields minerals exploration in Australia.
Roy Hill wins project of the year award (0) June 2, 2016 Roy Hill has been recognised as the Project of the Year at the 2016 Project Management Institute Australia awards.
New chair of Minerals Council announced (0) June 2, 2016 Vanessa Guthrie has been appointed the new chair of the Minerals Council of Australia.
ASIC under fire for supposed disclosure rule changes (0) June 1, 2016 Changes to disclosure rules for resource projects has received backlash from mining industry groups over claims it will affect a company’s ability to properly inform investors.
Rox Resources to unveil large zinc resource (2) June 1, 2016 Rox Resources is expected to announce a large zinc resource at its Teena zinc prospect southeast of Darwin in the Northern Territory.
Evolution Mining may sell gold mine (1) June 1, 2016 Speculation is growing over Evolution Mining’s plans to sell its Pajingo gold mine in Queensland.
Linc Energy files for Chapter 11 (0) June 1, 2016 Linc Energy’s US oil and gas business has been placed into bankruptcy, after facing a potential default on its debt.
Sandvik enters joint venture with Chinese machinery company (0) May 31, 2016 Sandvik has entered a joint venture agreement with China’s Lingong Group Jinan Heavy Machinery company for the production of surface and underground mining equipment.
Indigenous employment increasing in QLD mining sector (0) May 31, 2016 A survey on indigenous participation has reported a 20 per cent increase in the number of indigenous Australians employed in the resources sector in 2015.
Fortescue wins tender for second Port Hedland towage licence (0) May 31, 2016 Fortescue’s subsidiary Pilbara Marine has won the tender for the second towage licence at Port Hedland.
RCR win mining contracts (5) May 31, 2016 RCR has been awarded $108 million in construction contracts from MMG and Rio Tinto.
Administrator hopeful of pre-election federal co-investment for Arrium (0) May 31, 2016 Arrium’s administrator has said it is “quietly confident” federal assistance could be delivered by the July 2 election, though the government has said it wouldn’t be rushed into a decision.
Gorgon LNG approved for fourth train (0) May 30, 2016 Chevron has received federal environmental approval to build a fourth processing line for its Gorgon LNG project on Barrow Island following the recommencement of production earlier this month.
Sandvik unveils new jaw crusher (24) May 30, 2016 Sandvik have released the new QJ341+ jaw crusher with a double deck pre-screen that provides high amplitude for separation.
New technology on show at QME 2016 (0) May 30, 2016 Some of the leading names in Australian mining will be attending the Queensland Mining and Engineering Exhibition (QME) in Mackay, 26th – 28th of July.
Anglo American selects new De Beers CEO (0) May 30, 2016 Anglo American have appointed Bruce Cleaver as CEO of diamond company De Beers, with Philippe Mellier stepping down after five years of service.
La Trobe to divest from fossil fuels (2) May 30, 2016 La Trobe University plans to completely divest from fossil fuel related companies, the first to divest fully in Australia.
New underground mining jobs forecast for QLD (883) May 30, 2016 Underground mining in the Bowen Basin is expected to increase by 20 per cent in the next ten years according to Resource Industry Network director Mick Crowe.
Glencore rumoured to be Anglo coal mine buyer (0) May 30, 2016 Glencore has reportedly made a joint bid with Apollo to buy Anglo American’s Grosvenor and Moranbah coal mines.
Merger looms for major lithium companies (0) May 27, 2016 Galaxy Resources and General Mining called a trading halt yesterday to hold talks to finalise a $700 million merger, another facet in lithium boom.
Space miner wins funding to explore…on earth (0) May 27, 2016 Asteroid miner Planetary Resources has won millions in funding to deploy satellites to measure the earth’s mineral composition.
More than 4000 job cuts in Mackay since 2012: CFMEU report (4) May 27, 2016 A report by the Construction, Forestry, Mining, and Energy Union (CFMEU) has revealed 4656 jobs have been lost in Mackay region mines in the last four years.
North Stradbroke Island to end sand mining in 2019 (0) May 26, 2016 The Queensland parliament has passed a bill to end sand mining on North Stradbroke Island in 2019, delivering another blow to the state’s resources sector.
Gina Rinehart no longer Australia’s richest person (0) May 26, 2016 Gina Rinehart has been knocked off the number one spot on the BRW’s Rich 200 list.
High arsenic levels detected in Stawell gold mine dust (0) May 26, 2016 Samples of dust blown offsite from Victoria’s Stawell gold mine have been found to contain high levels of arsenic.
Minerals Council calls for more funding to regional mining communities (0) May 26, 2016 The NSW Minerals Council (NSWMC) 2016/17 Budget Submission has outlined more infrastructure funding for mining communities in regional NSW to strengthen economic development.
American coal billionaire spotted at QLD coal mine (5) May 26, 2016 Chris Cline, a US billionaire with a long history in coal, has been spotted touring Anglo American’s Moranbah coal mine.
China’s coal cuts lifting price (20) May 26, 2016 Planned Chinese coal production cuts are finally making an impact on price, with expectations of a 20 per cent price growth in value by the end of 2016.
K+S Group to launch new salt mine (0) May 26, 2016 German salt and potash miner K+S has acquired mining licences for the Ashburton salt project.
Macmahon sees gold mining contract extension (0) May 26, 2016 Macmahon has been awarded a 24 month extension to its existing St Ives gold mine contract.
Chile goes cold on lithium (3) May 25, 2016 Despite the growing demand for lithium, political instability in Chile, which holds one of the world’s largest deposits, threatens the viable mining of its reserves.
Newcastle Coal Infrastructure Group stabilises financial situation (0) May 25, 2016 The financial health of the Newcastle Coal Infrastructure Group (NCIG) coal terminal is being reviewed for potential downgrading by ratings agency Moody’s.
Rio Tinto appoints new head of technology and innovation (1) May 25, 2016 Rio Tinto has appointed Stephen McIntosh as its acting group executive, technology and innovation, replacing previous position holder Greg Lilleyman.
Minibus accident at Ichthys LNG facility (0) May 25, 2016 A mini bus collided with a stationary elevated work platform at the Ichthys project onshore LNG facility in Bladin Point, Darwin on Monday.
New Weldmatic 250i, 350i and 500i welding machines (0) May 25, 2016 Welding Industries of Australia (WIA) has introduced three new inverter models to its industry-leading Weldmatic range of MIG and multi-process welding machines.
Resources minister dismisses FIFO tax changes (4) May 24, 2016 Federal resources minister Josh Frydenberg said the Turnbull government has no plans to alter FIFO worker tax arrangements.