BHP expands EV research with Chinese think tank (0) March 18, 2021 BHP has agreed to support Automotive Data of China in a two-year partnership to develop the research of electrified transport.
Fifty-seven major tailings disasters since 2000 (0) March 18, 2021 Body tailings are the waste materials created as part of the Mining and Refining process and they are stored in large embankments – tailings storage facilities (TSFs).
Northern Star sells out of Venturex (0) March 17, 2021 Northern Star Resources has sold its entire 17.5 per cent stake in exploration and development company Venturex.
Fortescue to build second hydrogen plant (0) March 17, 2021 Fortescue Metals Group is set to develop a green hydrogen plant in Brazil as part of a company plan to remove diesel reliance from mining equipment.
Australia restricts travel to Papua New Guinea (0) March 17, 2021 Australia’s mining industry is bracing for travel interruptions after Prime Minister Scott Morrison barred fly-in, fly-out (FIFO) workers from travelling to and from Papua New Guinea.
Galaxy ramps up to full rate as lithium demand rebounds (0) March 17, 2021 Galaxy Resources is ramping up operations at a new pit at the Mt Cattlin lithium project in Western Australia without deploying additional equipment.
Iluka goes hybrid at Jacinth Ambrosia (0) March 17, 2021 Iluka Resources will convert the diesel power station at the Jacinth Ambrosia minerals sands mine in South Australia into a hybrid facility after signing a contract with Pacific Energy.
Mine regulator refreshes Victorian site rehab process (0) March 17, 2021 Earth Resources Regulation has updated the rates used to fund rehabilitation projects in Victorian mines and quarries for the first time since 2010.
MinRes chooses Komatsu dump trucks for Iron Valley (0) March 17, 2021 Mineral Resources (MinRes) expects to benefit from faster haulage times after ordering 10 Komatsu HD1500-8 dump trucks for the Iron Valley mine site in Western Australia.
IGO optimistic of Tropicana prospects (0) March 17, 2021 IGO has reported a 9 per cent increase to its mineral resource estimate (MRE) for its share in the Tropicana joint venture project in Western Australia due to increased gold ...
Innovation, technology, support help achieve lowest possible operating costs (0) March 17, 2021 The use of advanced hydraulics, materials technology, strength calculations, impact wave theory and production technology have cemented the Rammer’s position as the go-to rockbreaker solutions provider for the Australian mining ...
Pilbara Minerals increases offtake ahead of production lift (0) March 16, 2021 Pilbara Minerals has expanded its offtake agreement with Yibin Tianyi Lithium Industry for spodumene concentrate produced at the Pilgangoora lithium-tantalum operation in Western Australia.
Fortescue enlists SIMPEC for Cloudbreak contract (0) March 16, 2021 Fortescue Metals Group has awarded SIMPEC with a $2.1 million contract for jaw crusher replacement works at the Cloudbreak iron ore mine in Western Australia.
Glencore recognised for Oaky Creek’s ‘impressive’ rehabilitation (0) March 16, 2021 Glencore has achieved its seventh Australian certification for land rehabilitation after areas of its Oaky Creek coal mine in Queensland were returned to their original healthy state.
Byrnecut to prepare Wiluna for production (0) March 16, 2021 Wiluna Mining Corporation has partnered with Byrnecut Australia in the development of the underground mine at the Wiluna Mining Complex in Western Australia.
ANSTO to speed up exploration with new tech (0) March 16, 2021 Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO) has developed a high intensity neutron imaging machine that can increase mining efficiencies and therefore minimise its impact.
M2P inflatable overhead protection systems (0) March 16, 2021 M2P Engineering’s overhead protection system (OPS) provides a cost effective solution to solving overhead hazards within the mining industry.
Mineral exploration spend hits seven-year high (0) March 15, 2021 Australian expenditure on mineral exploration increased by 21 per cent in 2019 up to more than $2.6 billion, according to the latest report from Geoscience Australia.
Michelin rolls out tyre recycling plant (0) March 15, 2021 Michelin has established its first tyre recycling plant under a joint venture (JV) with Swedish company Enviro to extract raw materials from earthmover tyres.
Sheffield, Yansteel commence Thunderbird JV (0) March 15, 2021 Sheffield Resources and Yansteel have begun a joint venture (JV) at the Thunderbird mineral sands project in Western Australia as the latter acquired a 50 per cent stake in Kimberley ...
Armour cuts ties with base metals division (0) March 12, 2021 Armour Energy has sold its base metals subsidiary, Ripple Resources to Auburn Resources ahead of the former’s IPO plans for an ASX listing this year.
Australia to become Glencore’s sole source of coal (0) March 12, 2021 Glencore has revealed that its coal portfolio is likely to only consist of Australian operations by 2050, a plan that’s in line with the company’s emissions reduction targets.
Rio forms JV to explore untapped copper-gold prospects (0) March 12, 2021 Rio Tinto has signed a joint venture agreement with Tali Resources over the exploration of five prospective copper-gold tenements in Western Australia.
WA refines mine approvals process (0) March 12, 2021 Western Australia plans to streamline its mine approvals process and prevent any overlaps following a review of administrative agreements in the state.
BHP predicts golden age of exploration discoveries (0) March 12, 2021 BHP chief technical officer Laura Tyler has highlighted that the mining sector is coming to the “golden age” of discovery thanks to technology’s ability to reveal systems under cover.
Cohiba Minerals unearths Gawler Craton potential (0) March 11, 2021 Cohiba Minerals has returned assays of up to 12.15 per cent copper at the Gawler Craton in South Australia, which is located near BHP’s Olympic Dam mine and Oak West ...
Newmont to scoop up gold miner for $402m (0) March 11, 2021 Newmont Corporation has agreed to acquire Canadian miner GT Gold Corp for $US311 million ($402 million) in a deal that will bolster its copper-gold output.
Rio Tinto sells first aluminium-scandium alloy to Australia (0) March 11, 2021 Rio Tinto has sold its first batch of aluminium-scandium alloy to Australian metal additive manufacturer Amaero, which will be supplied from the Rio Tinto Fer et Titane (RTFT) metallurgical complex ...
Mining exploration set for post-COVID boost (0) March 11, 2021 S&P Global Market Intelligence has ranked Australia second in the world for mineral exploration expenditure in 2020, while flagging a strong likelihood for minerals exploration investment to improve this year.
Fenix reaches Iron Ridge nameplate capacity (0) March 11, 2021 Fenix Resources has completed its ramp up of the Iron Ridge iron ore mine in Western Australia, with the company achieving nameplate road haulage levels.
Follow the leaders: This week’s executive appointments (0) March 11, 2021 Keep up with the latest executive movements across the mining sector, including at Roy Hill, Iluka Resources, Turquoise Hill Resources and more.
Mars colonisation depends on autonomous mining: UNSW (0) March 11, 2021 Autonomous mining processes hold the key to human colonisation in Mars, which will be possible by 2050 when they become more commercially viable, according to University of New South Wales ...
Stealing uses for steel (0) March 11, 2021 DYNA Engineering’s HDPE (plastic) conveyor guards are providing Australian miners with a sustainable solution for site safety.
Gold Road considers Gruyere underground development (0) March 10, 2021 Gold Road Resources is weighing up an expansion of the Gruyere open pit gold mine in Western Australia as its joint venture with Gold Fields increases production at the site ...
Mining apprenticeship program to deliver employment, subsidy benefits (0) March 10, 2021 The federal government has announced a 12-month extension to the Boosting Apprenticeship Commencements program, promising a 50 per cent wage subsidy for businesses who employ or recommence apprentices by September 30 ...
Women in geoscience study reveal disparity (0) March 10, 2021 A University of South Australia (UniSA) research project has found that only 3 per cent of women in the geosciences sector have achieved their career goals.
Fortescue shifts Iron Bridge contractors following blowout (0) March 10, 2021 Fortescue Metals Group is redeploying contractors from the Iron Bridge magnetite project in Western Australia to other sites after completing a review of its operational strategy.
Solomon Hub to welcome workshop yard, wastewater trial (0) March 10, 2021 SIMPEC has won an electrical, instrumentation and communication contract at Fortescue Metals Group’s Solomon Hub iron ore operations in Western Australia’s Pilbara region.
Strandline flicks switch for Coburn power supply (0) March 10, 2021 Strandline Resources has signed an agreement with Contract Power Australia for hybrid gas and renewable energy supply at the Coburn mineral sands project in Western Australia.
Red 5 chooses Macmahon at King of the Hills (0) March 9, 2021 Red 5 is set to contract Macmahon for mining services at the King of the Hills gold mine in Western Australia in a move to have the operation up and ...
Boss confirms Honeymoon’s future production lift (0) March 9, 2021 Boss Energy is on track to finalise its enhanced feasibility study (EFS) at the Honeymoon uranium project in South Australia after reaching 75 per cent completion.
GWR completes first shipment amid mine expansion plans (0) March 9, 2021 GWR has confirmed that its first iron ore shipment from the C4 operation in Western Australia has arrived in Hong Kong safely after the ship encountered haulage issues and severe ...
Western Areas to propel Odysseus production via $100m raising (0) March 9, 2021 Western Areas plans to raise $100 million for development of the Odysseus nickel mine, as well as for further growth at fellow Western Australia-based projects, Forrestania and Cosmos.
TNG claims dual major project titles at Mount Peake (0) March 9, 2021 TNG has received a major project status from Australia’s Minister for Industry, Science and Technology Karen Andrews for the Mount Peake vanadium-titanium-iron project in the Northern Territory.
Australian mineral exploration remains untapped (0) March 5, 2021 The Northern Territory will take advantage of the $225 million exploring for the future program to capitalise on the untapped mineral potential in the region.
Workplace experience for women in resources improves (0) March 5, 2021 An Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM) survey for women in resources has found that on-site experience has improved this year compared with 2020.
AI-based scanner to identify ore grades (0) March 5, 2021 The University of Queensland has developed an artificial intelligence (AI)-based scanner, which can identify valuable minerals and waste rock in a mine face and unlock further potential for autonomous mining ...
Lithium Australia commences pilot plant construction (0) March 5, 2021 Lithium Australia is set to pilot test a spodumene conversion process that is capable of recovering lithium from fine and contaminated spodumene that fails to meet the feed specifications of ...
Volvo advances automated mining vehicles (0) March 5, 2021 Volvo Autonomous Solutions has joined forces with Foretellix to develop autonomous driving solutions for mining environments.
Nickel price climb fizzles (0) March 5, 2021 Nickel prices on the London Metal Exchange (LME) have declined by more than 8 per cent this week after shortage concerns calmed following a supply deal involving China’s Tsingshan Holding ...
AVZ targets Manono construction for 2021 (0) March 5, 2021 AVZ Minerals is on track to commence construction of the Manono lithium project in the Democratic Republic of the Congo in the September quarter.
Commodity prices a top risk for 2021: KPMG survey (0) March 5, 2021 Commodity prices remain the number one risk in global mining, but environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) strategy is on the move, according to KPMG’s global mining risk and opportunities ...
Critical minerals hit the road map in Australia’s future (0) March 4, 2021 The Australian Government has reinforced the role it expects the critical minerals sector to play in the country’s future in its third road map for the national manufacturing priority list.
Industry leaders rally to decarbonise mining (0) March 4, 2021 South32, OZ Minerals and IGO are among the mining companies that have initiated the Electric Mine Consortium to reduce scope one and two carbon emissions in mining operations.
Follow the leaders: This week’s executive movements (0) March 4, 2021 Keep up with the latest executive movements across the mining sector, including at Energy Resources of Australia, SSR Mining, PepinNini Minerals and more.
Red 5 approved to be King of the Hills (0) March 4, 2021 Red 5 has taken a step in restarting mining activities at the King of the Hills (KOTH) gold project in Western Australia after the state government approved its mining proposal.
Atlas Iron advances McPhee Creek plans (0) March 4, 2021 Atlas Iron has submitted a mining proposal to Western Australia’s Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) for its McPhee Creek iron ore project.
Pilbara Minerals contracts SIMPEC at Pilgangoora (0) March 4, 2021 Pilbara Minerals has granted a works contract to SIMPEC for stage one improvements at the Pilgangoora lithium-tantalum project in Western Australia.
Australian universities rank high for mining courses (0) March 4, 2021 Curtin University is the top ranked of four Australian universities that have been named in the top 10 of QS world university rankings’ leading schools for mineral and mining engineering ...
Newcrest credits company resilience to copper (0) March 3, 2021 Newcrest Mining chief executive Sandeep Biswas has observed increasing market interest in the company’s copper assets, saying the base metal is a commodity of the future as much as gold.
Rio Tinto disputes Australian tax bill (0) March 3, 2021 Rio Tinto plans to argue a $406.5 million tax bill from the Australian Taxation Office following its denial of reductions in interest from money borrowed in 2015.
Strandline locks in Coburn final offtake (0) March 3, 2021 Strandline Resources managing director Luke Graham is confident the company will become a world-scale mineral sands producer after signing its final offtake agreement for the Coburn project in Western Australia.
Rio Tinto chairman to step down in 2022 (0) March 3, 2021 Rio Tinto chairman Simon Thompson has signalled he will step down from his role due to the destruction of the Juukan Gorge rock shelters in Western Australia.
St Barbara puts Gwalia in the hands of Macmahon (0) March 3, 2021 St Barbara has awarded a $500 million mining services contract at the Gwalia gold mine in Western Australia to Macmahon Holdings.
Glencore denies intention to damage NT heritage site (0) March 3, 2021 Aboriginal Areas Protection Authority (AAPA) chief executive Benedict Scambary has told the Australian parliamentary inquiry about the concerning impact of Glencore’s expansion at the McArthur River lead-zinc mine in the ...
Fortescue powers towards electrification with Williams Advanced (0) March 3, 2021 Fortescue Metals Group has signed an agreement with Williams Advanced Engineering (WAE) to develop an electric mining haul truck in a commitment to further decarbonise the mining industry.
Tesla boss flags nickel supply as ‘biggest concern’ (0) March 2, 2021 Tesla chief executive Elon Musk has declared nickel supply as a major concern for the company’s battery production, which could spark future deals with Australian nickel miners.
BMA welcomes record apprenticeship intake (0) March 2, 2021 BHP Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA) has set more than 120 careers in the resources industry in motion through their largest ever apprenticeship intake.
Gold forecast to lose shine in 2021 as prices fall (0) March 2, 2021 Fitch Solutions has downgraded its gold price forecast for this year as prices of the yellow metal have trended towards a seven-month low.
Calidus begins Warrawoona earthworks (0) March 2, 2021 Calidus Resources has commenced site works at the Warrawoona project in Western Australia’s Pilbara region in another step towards pouring first gold in 2022.
Mineral exploration expenditure jumps (0) March 2, 2021 Australia’s mineral exploration expenditure has risen by 2.5 per cent in the December 2020 quarter, according to Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) data.
Rio Tinto bolsters investment in Tom Price (0) March 1, 2021 Rio Tinto has spent over $500 million to develop the Greater Tom Price iron ore operations in Western Australia’s Pilbara region.
Australia delivers record gold output amid COVID-19 (0) March 1, 2021 The Australian gold mining sector has set a new production record with 327 tonnes in 2020 despite the challenges of the year, according to gold consultants Surbiton Associates.
Pilbara rock the key to life on Mars (0) March 1, 2021 The search for life on Mars has taken a huge step forward, with NASA’s Mars rover Perseverance touching down on the red planet.
Demand for Australia’s critical minerals to jump: Austrade (0) March 1, 2021 The Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) has flagged strong demand for critical minerals following indications that the United States plans to develop renewable energy facilities and extensive electric vehicle ...
Atlas Iron trucks first Sanjiv Ridge iron ore (0) February 26, 2021 Atlas Iron has hauled its first shipment of iron ore from the Sanjiv Ridge operation in Western Australia ahead of schedule.
Coronado reinforces positive coal outlook (0) February 26, 2021 Coronado Resources is expecting demand from international markets for its metallurgical coal will climb 14 per cent by 2030.
Swift secures AngloGold, Atlas Iron contracts (0) February 26, 2021 AngloGold Ashanti and Atlas Iron have awarded entertainment contracts to Swift Media for their Western Australian mine villages.
MACA wins $95m Ramelius contract (0) February 26, 2021 MACA has won its third contract in four years with Ramelius Resources, this time at the Tampia gold project in Western Australia.
Lynas 2025 growth vision on track (0) February 26, 2021 Lynas Corporation has taken steps towards achieving its 2025 growth vision after securing funding to develop its Kalgoorlie rare earth processing facility in Western Australia.
Gold royalty offsets Fosterville cost improvement (0) February 26, 2021 Kirkland Lake Gold has felt the impact of Victoria’s gold royalty, with its all-in sustaining costs at the Fosterville mine increasing by 7 per cent during 2020.
Nevada replaces WA as top investment destination (0) February 25, 2021 Western Australia has been removed from its top position in investment attractiveness, falling to fourth position, according to the Fraser Institute’s annual global survey of mining and exploration companies for ...
Coates Hire kicks off Clontarf commitment (0) February 25, 2021 Coates Hire, Australia’s leading equipment hire and solutions company, has launched its investment into The Clontarf Foundation with a visit to Clontarf’s Endeavour Academy, part of Endeavour Sports High in ...
Horizon pours first gold in Boorara trial (0) February 25, 2021 Horizon Minerals has completed its final milling campaign from trial mining at the Boorara gold mine in Western Australia, with an updated mineral resource estimate to be released this year.
Follow the leaders: This week’s executive movements (0) February 25, 2021 Keep up with the latest executive movements across the mining sector, including at Northern Star Resources, Fortescue Metals Group, Macmahon Holdings and more.
BHP to assess rock fall at Aboriginal heritage site (0) February 25, 2021 BHP has launched a joint investigation with the Banjima people into the cause of a rock fall which occurred last month at a registered Aboriginal site in the Pilbara region ...
Iluka taps into rare earths growth (0) February 25, 2021 Iluka Resources managing director Tom O’Leary regards the company’s rare earths position as an “important and exciting opportunity” for the mineral sands company.
Western Areas tempers guidance after slow first half (0) February 24, 2021 Western Areas has revised its production guidance after the Flying Fox zone at the Forrestania nickel project in Western Australia was affected by resequencing last year.
Gold Fields partners with Mobilaris at Granny Smith (0) February 24, 2021 Gold Fields is continuing to innovate at the Granny Smith gold mine in Western Australia, this time through the use of Mobilaris’ digital solutions.
The underground mine, located almost 750km north-east ...
Silver Mines raises project sale condition (0) February 24, 2021 Silver Mines has requested a bigger upfront payment from Thomson Resources for the sale of the Webbs and Conrad silver and polymetallic projects in New South Wales.
Newcrest, BHP among NSW job boosters (0) February 24, 2021 Gold, iron ore and coal mining companies have helped deliver an additional 1300 jobs to New South Wales’ mining sector in 2019-20.
Iron ore exports sink in January: ABS (0) February 24, 2021 Australia’s iron ore exports have declined following port shutdowns in Port Hedland due to cyclone concerns, according to Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) data.
BMA grants Caval Ridge maintenance contract (0) February 24, 2021 BHP Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA) has awarded a contract to Jord International to address a maintenance hazard during filter press repairs at the Caval Ridge coal mine in Queensland.
IMARC 2021 to return as outdoor event (0) February 23, 2021 The International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) is set to transition to an in-person event at the Melbourne Showgrounds in Victoria after holding an online event in 2020.
MCA maps out vaccine priorities for resources sector (0) February 23, 2021 The Minerals Council of Australia (MCA) has identified resource sector workforce sub-groups which will be given priority COVID-19 vaccinations.
Monadelphous confident in future contract security (0) February 23, 2021 Monadelphous has flagged lithium, gold, copper and nickel as prospective areas to secure future contracts for the company, off the back of almost $1 billion in revenue for the first ...
Copper climbs to near-decade high (0) February 23, 2021 Copper has reached its highest price on the London Metal Exchange since September 2011 after an 11th straight monthly gain.
Innovative mining leaders take the stage for Austmine 2021 (0) February 23, 2021 Austmine 2021: Harnessing Intelligence Mining Innovation Conference & Exhibition is set to open the stage to a host of high-calibre guest speakers, including David Moult, who took on the role ...
Anglo American shuts Moranbah North amid gas threat (0) February 23, 2021 Anglo American has evacuated its workforce from the Moranbah North coal mine in Queensland due to rising gas levels behind the mine’s longwall.
Syrah to resume Balama operation (0) February 22, 2021 Syrah Resources is set to restart production at the Balama graphite operation in Mozambique as local COVID-19 restrictions begin to ease.
MACA flags Sino Iron project extension potential (0) February 22, 2021 MACA is set to secure a three year project extension at CITIC Pacific Mining’s Sino Iron operation at Cape Preston in Western Australia.
Newmont to uplift Australian production (0) February 22, 2021 Newmont expects to produce over 1.3 million ounces of gold from its Australian operations this year, with the Boddington gold mine in Western Australia as the top contributor.
Pilbara Minerals CEO expects acceleration in lithium recovery (0) February 22, 2021 Pilbara Minerals managing director and chief executive Ken Brinsden has noted a quick recovery in the lithium raw material supply chain, underpinning the company’s production increase.
What makes ATG gloves different? (0) February 22, 2021 ATG’s technology platforms are continuously developed by a core team that matches market research and marketing analysis with the latest technological developments.
Pilbara rock touches down on Mars (0) February 19, 2021 A rock from Marble Bar in Western Australia’s Pilbara region could hold the key to confirming if there was life on Mars
Fenix conquers shipment hurdles (0) February 19, 2021 Fenix Resources has set sail with its maiden iron ore shipment from the Iron Ridge project in Western Australia after overcoming mechanical issues.
Greatland targets next Havieron-style discovery (0) February 19, 2021 Greatland Gold has applied for an exploration license that holds a similar magnetic target to the Havieron project in the Paterson Region of Western Australia.
Government strategy to drive resources jobs (0) February 19, 2021 The Australian Government has developed a strategy to give Australian workers the skills they need to meet future demand for jobs in the resources sector.
South32 to resolve Dendrobium setback (0) February 19, 2021 South32 has withdrawn its guidance for the Dendrobium coal mine extension in New South Wales after the state’s Independent Planning Commission blocked the extension project earlier this month.
OceanaGold anticipates gold production wave (0) February 19, 2021 OceanaGold is expecting its gold production to increase by 20 per cent this year to between 340,000 to 380,000 ounces.
Fortescue to slow Iron Bridge development (0) February 18, 2021 Fortescue Metals Group will continue limited project works on critical path items on the Iron Bridge magnetite project during the next 12 weeks, following a review to the project’s finances.
OZ Minerals hones in on 2021 copper growth (0) February 18, 2021 OZ Minerals is expecting major growth from its Australian assets this year off the back of strong production at the Prominent Hill copper-gold mine in South Australia.
Follow the leaders: This week’s executive movements (0) February 18, 2021 Keep up with the latest executive movements across the mining sector, including at Ora Banda Mining, Carpentaria Resources, Yandal Resources and more.
Rio Tinto targets green future for long-term success (0) February 18, 2021 Rio Tinto chief executive officer Jakob Stausholm has flagged greening the company’s operations and repairing relationships with Traditional Owners as key priorities for 2021.
NRW to strengthen presence in critical minerals (0) February 18, 2021 NRW chief executive and managing director Jules Pemberton is anticipating further growth to its minerals, energy and technologies (MET) capabilities following the takeover of Primero Group.
Bellevue plots construction of WA gold mine (0) February 18, 2021 Bellevue Gold has completed a stage one feasibility study (FS) for its namesake project in Western Australia, with the first gold pour targeted towards the end of 2022.
Wesfarmers, SQM commit to $1.8bn Mt Holland project (0) February 18, 2021 Wesfarmers and Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile (SQM) have pulled the trigger on the $US1.4 billion ($1.8 billion) Mt Holland lithium project in Western Australia.
Nickel prices rocket to six-year high (0) February 17, 2021 Nickel prices on the London Metal Exchange have reached their highest point since September 2014 off the back of battery demand predictions in 2021.
Liebherr, ThoroughTec ink training simulator agreement (0) February 17, 2021 Liebherr Mining has teamed up with ThoroughTec Simulation to provide operators with advanced training stimulators to safely enhance their skills with heavy mining equipment.
Whitehaven renews sales contracts despite soft market (0) February 17, 2021 Whitehaven Coal has reported a 79 per cent decline in its earnings during the second half of last year on the prior corresponding period due to the pressures of low ...
St Barbara prepares Gwalia comeback (0) February 17, 2021 St Barbara is plotting a strategy to increase production at the Gwalia gold mine in Western Australia after output fell in 2020 due to a series of challenges.
Fortescue leadership cull amid Iron Bridge fallout (0) February 17, 2021 Fortescue Metals Group has confirmed that its chief operating officer and two company directors have resigned following a review of the Iron Bridge magnetite project in Western Australia.
Evolution pursues Cowal, Red Lake expansion (0) February 17, 2021 Evolution Mining has boosted its ore reserves by nearly 50 per cent year-on-year following expansion of its inventory at the Cowal underground gold mine in New South Wales.
Gruyere JV to raise gold production (0) February 16, 2021 Gold Road Resources expects gold production at the Gruyere mine in Western Australia to reach up to 300,000 ounces this year.
Maximus webs out Redback gold plans (0) February 16, 2021 Maximus Resources has unearthed gold grades as high as 48.4 grams per tonne at the Redback deposit near Western Australian gold and nickel mining district, Kambalda.
Victorian mining industry value climbs (0) February 16, 2021 Victoria’s gold industry production value has jumped by almost $1 billion in the past year, according to Earth Resources Regulation Statistical Report 2019-2020.
Image flags lower Boonanarring production (0) February 16, 2021 Image Resources has set a lower production target at the Boonanarring mineral sands project in Western Australia in 2021 despite hitting last year’s guidance.
BHP to strengthen iron ore assets amid price uncertainty (0) February 16, 2021 BHP has constructed 90 per cent of the South Flank iron ore project in Western Australia, keeping the development on track to start production by mid 2021.
SRG Global locks in $150m Fortescue contract (0) February 16, 2021 Fortescue Metals Group has awarded a five-year, $150 million contract for maintenance and shutdown services across its rail and port sites in Western Australia to SRG Global.
Fortescue drives Chichester Hub autonomous light vehicles forward (0) February 16, 2021 Fortescue Metals Group has advanced its futuristic mining mobility plans, deploying four autonomous Ford Ranger light vehicles at the Chichester Hub mining operations in Western Australia.
Atlas Iron hits Sanjiv Ridge crushing milestone (0) February 15, 2021 Atlas Iron has crushed first direct shipping ore at the Sanjiv Ridge (formerly Corunna Downs) mine in the Pilbara region in Western Australia.
Aurizon anticipates coal export growth (0) February 15, 2021 Aurizon Holdings is confident of the long-term demand for Australian coal from international markets despite a 10 per cent drop in exports during the second half of last year.
Anglo American to halve Aquila water consumption (0) February 15, 2021 Anglo American has commissioned a reverse osmosis (RO) water treatment plant at the Aquila metallurgical coal project in the Bowen Basin, Queensland.
Fenix delays maiden iron ore shipment (0) February 15, 2021 Fenix Resources has suspended loading of its maiden iron ore shipment after facing mechanical issues that resulted in an oil spill at Geraldton Port in Western Australia.
Miners swoop on rare earth opportunities (0) February 12, 2021 Australian miners are making moves on rare earths projects as the commodity gains momentum driven by demand from the electric vehicle (EV) market.
Newcrest to pursue growth beyond Tier 1 assets (0) February 12, 2021 Newcrest Mining managing director Sandeep Biswas has revealed that the company intends to expand its asset holding by adding more Tier 1 and Tier 2 orebodies to its gold portfolio.
DDH1 to float on ASX amid rising drill activities (0) February 12, 2021 Australia’s largest diamond core drilling contractor DDH1 is set to float on the ASX by launching an initial public offering (IPO) to raise $150 million.
Macmahon wins $220m Deflector gold mine contract (0) February 12, 2021 Macmahon Holdings has signed a four-year, $220 million contract with Silver Lake Resources to perform mining works at the Deflector gold-copper mine in Western Australia.
Coal to dominate India’s energy generation until 2040 (0) February 12, 2021 Coal is forecast to hold its top position as India’s largest single source of electricity in 2040, despite the rising use of renewable energy, according to International Energy Agency (IEA).
Newcrest backs away from WA joint venture (0) February 11, 2021 Newcrest Mining has withdrawn from its joint venture (JV) with Encounter Resources at the Aileron copper-gold-rare earths project in Western Australia.
Northern Star renews underground strategy for greener operations (0) February 11, 2021 Northern Star Resources has released its climate change strategy as a merged company on the eve of it officially joining forces with Super Pit co-owner Saracen Mineral Holdings.
Newmont maintains industry leading gold reserves (0) February 11, 2021 Newmont Corporation increased its gold reserves by six million ounces to 94.2 million during 2020 despite facing the challenge of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Follow the leaders: This week’s executive movements (0) February 11, 2021 Keep up with the latest executive movements across the mining sector, including at Greatland Gold, Department of Regional New South Wales, Auroch Minerals and more.
Wodgina lithium project to remain on hold (0) February 11, 2021 Joint venture partners Albemarle and Mineral Resources (MinRes) will keep the Wodgina lithium project in Western Australia on care and maintenance despite improving market conditions for the commodity.
Bathurst to cease NZ coal operation (0) February 11, 2021 Bathurst Resources is set to close its Canterbury coal mine on the South Island of New Zealand due to ongoing costs and regulatory delays.
BHP, JFE to decarbonise steelmaking (0) February 11, 2021 BHP has established another working collaboration that aims to cut greenhouse gas emissions from the steelmaking process, this time with Japanese Steel producer JFE Steel.
Saracen says sayonara to ASX (0) February 10, 2021 Saracen Mineral Holdings has exited the ASX on a high after merging with fellow Super Pit operator Northern Star Resources, today reporting gold production records from its Western Australian operations.
Metals X to sell copper assets to Cyprium (0) February 10, 2021 Metals X has agreed to sell its copper portfolio, including the Nifty copper operation, to Cyprium Metals for $60 million.
Pantoro to restart Norseman with $57m contract (0) February 10, 2021 GR Engineering Services is set to deliver $57 million worth of engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) works for Pantoro at the Norseman gold project in Western Australia.
GWR completes first iron ore shipment (0) February 10, 2021 Golden West Resources (GWR) has embarked on its maiden iron ore shipment, overcoming wet weather and haulage issues.
Northern Minerals eyes early Browns Range production (0) February 10, 2021 Northern Minerals expects to receive first cashflow from the Browns Range project in Western Australia two years earlier than expected by developing a standalone beneficiation plant.
SIMPEC, IronMerge establish JV (0) February 10, 2021 SIMPEC expects to enhance its ability to win work in Western Australia’s Pilbara region after forming a joint venture (JV) with Aboriginal-owned mining and civil works service company, IronMerge.
Mach sets up expansion at Mount Pleasant (0) February 9, 2021 Mach Energy Australia submitted an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) to the New South Wales Government to double the Mount Pleasant coal mine’s output.
Pilbara to lead decades of Australian iron ore prosperity (0) February 9, 2021 Australia’s iron ore resource base is capable of sustaining production for at least six decades, according to the Minerals Council of Australia (MCA).
Rio Tinto implements stricter FIFO health screening (0) February 9, 2021 Rio Tinto has introduced antigen screening at its Perth Airport operations control centre in response to last week’s COVID-19 lockdown in Western Australia.
Caterpillar, ThoroughTec ink global data agreement (0) February 9, 2021 Caterpillar Mining has chosen ThoroughTec Simulation as its approved supplier of mining equipment simulators via a global agreement.
Epiroc updates drill bits for longer life (0) February 9, 2021 Epiroc has launched two drill bit products, the Omega S rotary and Epsilon² tricone, to boost drilling performance and longevity in underground and surface mining.
Fortescue hands communications contract to Aqura (0) February 9, 2021 Fortescue Metals Group has awarded communications company Aqura Technologies with a $1.1 million infrastructure contract for the Kangi accomodation village in Western Australia.
Australia to produce 25% of world’s nickel supply (0) February 8, 2021 Global nickel demand is expected to rise by 2.6 million tonnes in 2040, with Australia’s greenfield and brownfield projects to play a significant role in future demand, according to a ...
NT sinks seabed mining plans (0) February 8, 2021 The Northern Territory Government has decided not to lift a ban on seabed mining in its waters following a public consultation last October.
Ora Banda pours first Davyhurst gold (0) February 8, 2021 Ora Banda Mining has poured its first gold at the Davyhurst project in Western Australia after recommissioning the operation’s process plant.
Fenix JV to expand Iron Ridge resource (0) February 8, 2021 Fenix Resources has signed a joint venture (JV) agreement with Scorpion Minerals for iron ore tenements that are adjacent to the Iron Ridge project in Western Australia.
Iron ore, gold, copper break export records (0) February 8, 2021 Australia’s resources industry has delivered revenue records for iron ore, gold and copper in 2020, according to Australian Bureau of Statistics data.
NTM Gold wins lease ahead of Dacian merger (0) February 5, 2021 NTM Gold has received a mining lease for the Redcliffe gold project in Western Australia, drawing it closer to the potential development of a mine hub.
Glencore coal output drops amid soft market (0) February 5, 2021 Glencore has suffered a blow to its Australian coal production across all product categories during the second half of last year.
Swick flicks demerger aside until 2022 (0) February 5, 2021 Swick Mining Services has deferred the demerger of Orexplore Technologies until the 2022 financial year.
Rinehart invests in lithium as prices hike (0) February 5, 2021 Lithium producer Vulcan Energy Resources has secured commitments for $120 million in funding, with Gina Rinehart’s Hancock Prospecting becoming a significant investor in the company.
WA FIFO work to return under strict health protocols (0) February 5, 2021 Western Australian fly-in, fly-out (FIFO) workers will be allowed to travel from the Perth, Peel and South West regions this weekend, pending no further locally acquired COVID-19 cases.
South32 coal mine extension axed (0) February 5, 2021 South32’s proposed mine life extension for the Dendrobium mine in New South Wales has been rejected by the New South Wales Government Independent Planning Commission (IPC).
RMX’s rare earth results could spark catalysts to come (0) February 5, 2021 Promising results from an assessment of radiometric data at Red Mountain Mining’s Mt Mansbridge heavy rare earths project has put the company in a strong position to reach several milestones ...
Iron ore prices resurface after dive (0) February 4, 2021 The price of Australian iron ore fines has moved back above $US150 ($US196.31) per dry metric tonne after sharp falls in recent weeks.
Australian Government amends Native Title Act (0) February 4, 2021 Australian Parliament has passed the Native Title Legislation Amendment Act 2020, which allows a native title to impose conditions for land use agreements.
New Acland delay prompts calls for reform (0) February 4, 2021 New Hope Group’s proposal for the stage three expansion of the New Acland coal mine in Queensland has received another setback with the High Court of Australia referring the case ...
BHP has agreed to support Automotive Data of China in a two-year partnership to develop the research of electrified transport.
Body tailings are the waste materials created as part of the Mining and Refining process and they are stored in large embankments – tailings storage facilities (TSFs).
Northern Star Resources has sold its entire 17.5 per cent stake in exploration and development company Venturex.
Fortescue Metals Group is set to develop a green hydrogen plant in Brazil as part of a company plan to remove diesel reliance from mining equipment.
Australia’s mining industry is bracing for travel interruptions after Prime Minister Scott Morrison barred fly-in, fly-out (FIFO) workers from travelling to and from Papua New Guinea.
Galaxy Resources is ramping up operations at a new pit at the Mt Cattlin lithium project in Western Australia without deploying additional equipment.
Iluka Resources will convert the diesel power station at the Jacinth Ambrosia minerals sands mine in South Australia into a hybrid facility after signing a contract with Pacific Energy.
Earth Resources Regulation has updated the rates used to fund rehabilitation projects in Victorian mines and quarries for the first time since 2010.
Mineral Resources (MinRes) expects to benefit from faster haulage times after ordering 10 Komatsu HD1500-8 dump trucks for the Iron Valley mine site in Western Australia.
IGO has reported a 9 per cent increase to its mineral resource estimate (MRE) for its share in the Tropicana joint venture project in Western Australia due to increased gold ...
The use of advanced hydraulics, materials technology, strength calculations, impact wave theory and production technology have cemented the Rammer’s position as the go-to rockbreaker solutions provider for the Australian mining ...
Pilbara Minerals has expanded its offtake agreement with Yibin Tianyi Lithium Industry for spodumene concentrate produced at the Pilgangoora lithium-tantalum operation in Western Australia.
Fortescue Metals Group has awarded SIMPEC with a $2.1 million contract for jaw crusher replacement works at the Cloudbreak iron ore mine in Western Australia.
Core Lithium has received major project status (MPS) from the federal government for the Finniss lithium project in the Northern Territory.
Glencore has achieved its seventh Australian certification for land rehabilitation after areas of its Oaky Creek coal mine in Queensland were returned to their original healthy state.
Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO) has developed a high intensity neutron imaging machine that can increase mining efficiencies and therefore minimise its impact.
M2P Engineering’s overhead protection system (OPS) provides a cost effective solution to solving overhead hazards within the mining industry.
Evolution Mining has entered an agreement to acquire Canadian miner Battle North Gold for $C345 million ($356.4 million).
Australian expenditure on mineral exploration increased by 21 per cent in 2019 up to more than $2.6 billion, according to the latest report from Geoscience Australia.
Michelin has established its first tyre recycling plant under a joint venture (JV) with Swedish company Enviro to extract raw materials from earthmover tyres.
Sheffield Resources and Yansteel have begun a joint venture (JV) at the Thunderbird mineral sands project in Western Australia as the latter acquired a 50 per cent stake in Kimberley ...
Epiroc has launched the Boomer M20, the world’s first face drill rig with internal hydraulics, at the Underground Operators Conference in Perth, Western Australia.
Fortescue Metals Group has moved its carbon neutrality target forward by 10 years to 2030 as the company advances its emissions reduction projects.
Glencore has revealed that its coal portfolio is likely to only consist of Australian operations by 2050, a plan that’s in line with the company’s emissions reduction targets.
Rio Tinto has signed a joint venture agreement with Tali Resources over the exploration of five prospective copper-gold tenements in Western Australia.
Western Australia plans to streamline its mine approvals process and prevent any overlaps following a review of administrative agreements in the state.
BHP chief technical officer Laura Tyler has highlighted that the mining sector is coming to the “golden age” of discovery thanks to technology’s ability to reveal systems under cover.
Newmont Corporation has agreed to acquire Canadian miner GT Gold Corp for $US311 million ($402 million) in a deal that will bolster its copper-gold output.
Rio Tinto has sold its first batch of aluminium-scandium alloy to Australian metal additive manufacturer Amaero, which will be supplied from the Rio Tinto Fer et Titane (RTFT) metallurgical complex ...
Fenix Resources has completed its ramp up of the Iron Ridge iron ore mine in Western Australia, with the company achieving nameplate road haulage levels.
Keep up with the latest executive movements across the mining sector, including at Roy Hill, Iluka Resources, Turquoise Hill Resources and more.
Autonomous mining processes hold the key to human colonisation in Mars, which will be possible by 2050 when they become more commercially viable, according to University of New South Wales ...
DYNA Engineering’s HDPE (plastic) conveyor guards are providing Australian miners with a sustainable solution for site safety.
Gold Road Resources is weighing up an expansion of the Gruyere open pit gold mine in Western Australia as its joint venture with Gold Fields increases production at the site ...
The federal government has announced a 12-month extension to the Boosting Apprenticeship Commencements program, promising a 50 per cent wage subsidy for businesses who employ or recommence apprentices by September 30 ...
A University of South Australia (UniSA) research project has found that only 3 per cent of women in the geosciences sector have achieved their career goals.
Fortescue Metals Group is redeploying contractors from the Iron Bridge magnetite project in Western Australia to other sites after completing a review of its operational strategy.
SIMPEC has won an electrical, instrumentation and communication contract at Fortescue Metals Group’s Solomon Hub iron ore operations in Western Australia’s Pilbara region.
Sandvik has released the DL422iE battery-electric top hammer longhole drill, which produces zero emissions and is fully automated.
Strandline Resources has signed an agreement with Contract Power Australia for hybrid gas and renewable energy supply at the Coburn mineral sands project in Western Australia.
BHP has penned an agreement with Chinese customer HBIS Group to evaluate solutions that will reduce greenhouse gas from ironmaking and steelmaking.
Red 5 is set to contract Macmahon for mining services at the King of the Hills gold mine in Western Australia in a move to have the operation up and ...
Anglo American is set to brief its workers on a return to the Moranbah North coal mine in Queensland after completing an investigation into the site’s coal heating incident.
Boss Energy is on track to finalise its enhanced feasibility study (EFS) at the Honeymoon uranium project in South Australia after reaching 75 per cent completion.
GWR has confirmed that its first iron ore shipment from the C4 operation in Western Australia has arrived in Hong Kong safely after the ship encountered haulage issues and severe ...
Western Areas plans to raise $100 million for development of the Odysseus nickel mine, as well as for further growth at fellow Western Australia-based projects, Forrestania and Cosmos.
An Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM) survey for women in resources has found that on-site experience has improved this year compared with 2020.
The University of Queensland has developed an artificial intelligence (AI)-based scanner, which can identify valuable minerals and waste rock in a mine face and unlock further potential for autonomous mining ...
Lithium Australia is set to pilot test a spodumene conversion process that is capable of recovering lithium from fine and contaminated spodumene that fails to meet the feed specifications of ...
Volvo Autonomous Solutions has joined forces with Foretellix to develop autonomous driving solutions for mining environments.
Nickel prices on the London Metal Exchange (LME) have declined by more than 8 per cent this week after shortage concerns calmed following a supply deal involving China’s Tsingshan Holding ...
Dyno Nobel has commissioned an Indigenous Yindjibarndi artist to create an art piece for a mobile processing unit (MPU).
AVZ Minerals is on track to commence construction of the Manono lithium project in the Democratic Republic of the Congo in the September quarter.
Commodity prices remain the number one risk in global mining, but environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) strategy is on the move, according to KPMG’s global mining risk and opportunities ...
The Minerals Council of Australia (MCA) has urged mining companies to uphold the values of a new environmental initiative introduced this month.
The lightweight, long-lasting Isogate WR knife gate valve comprises stronger materials and includes a thinner gate and advanced rubber technologies to offer improved resistance to wear.
Atlas Iron has submitted a mining proposal to Western Australia’s Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) for its McPhee Creek iron ore project.
Curtin University is the top ranked of four Australian universities that have been named in the top 10 of QS world university rankings’ leading schools for mineral and mining engineering ...
Newcrest Mining chief executive Sandeep Biswas has observed increasing market interest in the company’s copper assets, saying the base metal is a commodity of the future as much as gold.
Rio Tinto plans to argue a $406.5 million tax bill from the Australian Taxation Office following its denial of reductions in interest from money borrowed in 2015.
Rio Tinto chairman Simon Thompson has signalled he will step down from his role due to the destruction of the Juukan Gorge rock shelters in Western Australia.
St Barbara has awarded a $500 million mining services contract at the Gwalia gold mine in Western Australia to Macmahon Holdings.
Aboriginal Areas Protection Authority (AAPA) chief executive Benedict Scambary has told the Australian parliamentary inquiry about the concerning impact of Glencore’s expansion at the McArthur River lead-zinc mine in the ...
Fortescue Metals Group has signed an agreement with Williams Advanced Engineering (WAE) to develop an electric mining haul truck in a commitment to further decarbonise the mining industry.
Australian Potash has received a $140 million loan facility to further develop the Lake Wells Sulphate of Potash (SOP) project near Laverton, Western Australia.
Tesla chief executive Elon Musk has declared nickel supply as a major concern for the company’s battery production, which could spark future deals with Australian nickel miners.
BHP Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA) has set more than 120 careers in the resources industry in motion through their largest ever apprenticeship intake.
Calidus Resources has commenced site works at the Warrawoona project in Western Australia’s Pilbara region in another step towards pouring first gold in 2022.
Rio Tinto has spent over $500 million to develop the Greater Tom Price iron ore operations in Western Australia’s Pilbara region.
The Australian gold mining sector has set a new production record with 327 tonnes in 2020 despite the challenges of the year, according to gold consultants Surbiton Associates.
The search for life on Mars has taken a huge step forward, with NASA’s Mars rover Perseverance touching down on the red planet.
The Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) has flagged strong demand for critical minerals following indications that the United States plans to develop renewable energy facilities and extensive electric vehicle ...
Red River Resources has poured first gold at the Hillgrove gold mine in New South Wales after completing the acquisition in 2019.
Lucapa Diamond Company has discovered a 114-carat white diamond from the Lulo alluvial diamond mine in Angola, Africa.
Atlas Iron has hauled its first shipment of iron ore from the Sanjiv Ridge operation in Western Australia ahead of schedule.
Coronado Resources is expecting demand from international markets for its metallurgical coal will climb 14 per cent by 2030.
AngloGold Ashanti and Atlas Iron have awarded entertainment contracts to Swift Media for their Western Australian mine villages.
MACA has won its third contract in four years with Ramelius Resources, this time at the Tampia gold project in Western Australia.
Lynas Corporation has taken steps towards achieving its 2025 growth vision after securing funding to develop its Kalgoorlie rare earth processing facility in Western Australia.
Western Australia has been removed from its top position in investment attractiveness, falling to fourth position, according to the Fraser Institute’s annual global survey of mining and exploration companies for ...
Coates Hire, Australia’s leading equipment hire and solutions company, has launched its investment into The Clontarf Foundation with a visit to Clontarf’s Endeavour Academy, part of Endeavour Sports High in ...
Horizon Minerals has completed its final milling campaign from trial mining at the Boorara gold mine in Western Australia, with an updated mineral resource estimate to be released this year.
Sandfire Resources has welcomed rising copper prices amid its transition towards becoming an international miner.
BHP has launched a joint investigation with the Banjima people into the cause of a rock fall which occurred last month at a registered Aboriginal site in the Pilbara region ...
Iluka Resources managing director Tom O’Leary regards the company’s rare earths position as an “important and exciting opportunity” for the mineral sands company.
The world continues to struggle under the social strain and economic fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic, with many industries negatively impacted and some devastated. However, amidst the economic doom and ...
Western Areas has revised its production guidance after the Flying Fox zone at the Forrestania nickel project in Western Australia was affected by resequencing last year.
Gold Fields is continuing to innovate at the Granny Smith gold mine in Western Australia, this time through the use of Mobilaris’ digital solutions.
The underground mine, located almost 750km north-east ...
Silver Mines has requested a bigger upfront payment from Thomson Resources for the sale of the Webbs and Conrad silver and polymetallic projects in New South Wales.
Lucapa Diamond Company has recovered a 215-carat diamond from the Mothae kimberlite mine in Lesotho, Africa.
Gold, iron ore and coal mining companies have helped deliver an additional 1300 jobs to New South Wales’ mining sector in 2019-20.
Australia’s iron ore exports have declined following port shutdowns in Port Hedland due to cyclone concerns, according to Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) data.
BHP Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA) has awarded a contract to Jord International to address a maintenance hazard during filter press repairs at the Caval Ridge coal mine in Queensland.
Macmahon Holdings has maintained a $7 billion tender pipeline despite a slower first half of the 2021 fiscal year.
The International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) is set to transition to an in-person event at the Melbourne Showgrounds in Victoria after holding an online event in 2020.
The Minerals Council of Australia (MCA) has identified resource sector workforce sub-groups which will be given priority COVID-19 vaccinations.
Monadelphous has flagged lithium, gold, copper and nickel as prospective areas to secure future contracts for the company, off the back of almost $1 billion in revenue for the first ...
Position Partners has strengthened its supply of laser positioning and levelling equipment after acquiring Australian-based company Imex.
Austmine 2021: Harnessing Intelligence Mining Innovation Conference & Exhibition is set to open the stage to a host of high-calibre guest speakers, including David Moult, who took on the role ...
Syrah Resources is set to restart production at the Balama graphite operation in Mozambique as local COVID-19 restrictions begin to ease.
Rio Tinto is anticipating another strong year for iron ore in 2021 due to sustained demand from steel producers.
Newmont expects to produce over 1.3 million ounces of gold from its Australian operations this year, with the Boddington gold mine in Western Australia as the top contributor.
Pilbara Minerals managing director and chief executive Ken Brinsden has noted a quick recovery in the lithium raw material supply chain, underpinning the company’s production increase.
ATG’s technology platforms are continuously developed by a core team that matches market research and marketing analysis with the latest technological developments.
Rio Tinto will be able to ship its Western Australian iron ore directly to Singapore thanks to a new commercial freight shipping service.
Fenix Resources has set sail with its maiden iron ore shipment from the Iron Ridge project in Western Australia after overcoming mechanical issues.
South32 has withdrawn its guidance for the Dendrobium coal mine extension in New South Wales after the state’s Independent Planning Commission blocked the extension project earlier this month.
OceanaGold is expecting its gold production to increase by 20 per cent this year to between 340,000 to 380,000 ounces.
Fortescue Metals Group will continue limited project works on critical path items on the Iron Bridge magnetite project during the next 12 weeks, following a review to the project’s finances.
OZ Minerals is expecting major growth from its Australian assets this year off the back of strong production at the Prominent Hill copper-gold mine in South Australia.
Rio Tinto chief executive officer Jakob Stausholm has flagged greening the company’s operations and repairing relationships with Traditional Owners as key priorities for 2021.
NRW chief executive and managing director Jules Pemberton is anticipating further growth to its minerals, energy and technologies (MET) capabilities following the takeover of Primero Group.
Bellevue Gold has completed a stage one feasibility study (FS) for its namesake project in Western Australia, with the first gold pour targeted towards the end of 2022.
Nickel prices on the London Metal Exchange have reached their highest point since September 2014 off the back of battery demand predictions in 2021.
Liebherr Mining has teamed up with ThoroughTec Simulation to provide operators with advanced training stimulators to safely enhance their skills with heavy mining equipment.
Whitehaven Coal has reported a 79 per cent decline in its earnings during the second half of last year on the prior corresponding period due to the pressures of low ...
Evolution Mining has boosted its ore reserves by nearly 50 per cent year-on-year following expansion of its inventory at the Cowal underground gold mine in New South Wales.
Gold Road Resources expects gold production at the Gruyere mine in Western Australia to reach up to 300,000 ounces this year.
Victoria’s gold industry production value has jumped by almost $1 billion in the past year, according to Earth Resources Regulation Statistical Report 2019-2020.
Image Resources has set a lower production target at the Boonanarring mineral sands project in Western Australia in 2021 despite hitting last year’s guidance.
BHP has constructed 90 per cent of the South Flank iron ore project in Western Australia, keeping the development on track to start production by mid 2021.
Fortescue Metals Group has awarded a five-year, $150 million contract for maintenance and shutdown services across its rail and port sites in Western Australia to SRG Global.
Fortescue Metals Group has advanced its futuristic mining mobility plans, deploying four autonomous Ford Ranger light vehicles at the Chichester Hub mining operations in Western Australia.
Atlas Iron has crushed first direct shipping ore at the Sanjiv Ridge (formerly Corunna Downs) mine in the Pilbara region in Western Australia.
Aurizon Holdings is confident of the long-term demand for Australian coal from international markets despite a 10 per cent drop in exports during the second half of last year.
Anglo American has commissioned a reverse osmosis (RO) water treatment plant at the Aquila metallurgical coal project in the Bowen Basin, Queensland.
Fenix Resources has suspended loading of its maiden iron ore shipment after facing mechanical issues that resulted in an oil spill at Geraldton Port in Western Australia.
Australian miners are making moves on rare earths projects as the commodity gains momentum driven by demand from the electric vehicle (EV) market.
Newcrest Mining managing director Sandeep Biswas has revealed that the company intends to expand its asset holding by adding more Tier 1 and Tier 2 orebodies to its gold portfolio.
Australia’s largest diamond core drilling contractor DDH1 is set to float on the ASX by launching an initial public offering (IPO) to raise $150 million.
Macmahon Holdings has signed a four-year, $220 million contract with Silver Lake Resources to perform mining works at the Deflector gold-copper mine in Western Australia.
Coal is forecast to hold its top position as India’s largest single source of electricity in 2040, despite the rising use of renewable energy, according to International Energy Agency (IEA).
Komatsu has furthered the sustainability of Australian mining by commissioning an advanced low-emission mining truck, the Tier-4 930E-5.
Newcrest Mining has withdrawn from its joint venture (JV) with Encounter Resources at the Aileron copper-gold-rare earths project in Western Australia.
Northern Star Resources has released its climate change strategy as a merged company on the eve of it officially joining forces with Super Pit co-owner Saracen Mineral Holdings.
Isatis.neo is Geovariances’ smart and powerful software solution for resource estimation and comprehensive geostatistical studies.
Newmont Corporation increased its gold reserves by six million ounces to 94.2 million during 2020 despite facing the challenge of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Joint venture partners Albemarle and Mineral Resources (MinRes) will keep the Wodgina lithium project in Western Australia on care and maintenance despite improving market conditions for the commodity.
Bathurst Resources is set to close its Canterbury coal mine on the South Island of New Zealand due to ongoing costs and regulatory delays.
Saracen Mineral Holdings has exited the ASX on a high after merging with fellow Super Pit operator Northern Star Resources, today reporting gold production records from its Western Australian operations.
Metals X has agreed to sell its copper portfolio, including the Nifty copper operation, to Cyprium Metals for $60 million.
Northern Minerals expects to receive first cashflow from the Browns Range project in Western Australia two years earlier than expected by developing a standalone beneficiation plant.
SIMPEC expects to enhance its ability to win work in Western Australia’s Pilbara region after forming a joint venture (JV) with Aboriginal-owned mining and civil works service company, IronMerge.
Mach Energy Australia submitted an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) to the New South Wales Government to double the Mount Pleasant coal mine’s output.
Caterpillar Mining has chosen ThoroughTec Simulation as its approved supplier of mining equipment simulators via a global agreement.
Australia is one of four countries responsible for the substantial decrease in rough diamond production during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Epiroc has launched two drill bit products, the Omega S rotary and Epsilon² tricone, to boost drilling performance and longevity in underground and surface mining.
The Northern Territory Government has decided not to lift a ban on seabed mining in its waters following a public consultation last October.
Ora Banda Mining has poured its first gold at the Davyhurst project in Western Australia after recommissioning the operation’s process plant.
Swick Mining Services has deferred the demerger of Orexplore Technologies until the 2022 financial year.
Lithium producer Vulcan Energy Resources has secured commitments for $120 million in funding, with Gina Rinehart’s Hancock Prospecting becoming a significant investor in the company.
South32’s proposed mine life extension for the Dendrobium mine in New South Wales has been rejected by the New South Wales Government Independent Planning Commission (IPC).
Promising results from an assessment of radiometric data at Red Mountain Mining’s Mt Mansbridge heavy rare earths project has put the company in a strong position to reach several milestones ...
Australian Parliament has passed the Native Title Legislation Amendment Act 2020, which allows a native title to impose conditions for land use agreements.
New Hope Group’s proposal for the stage three expansion of the New Acland coal mine in Queensland has received another setback with the High Court of Australia referring the case ...