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Toro Energy appoints new chairman (0) February 24, 2015 It’s been a busy week for uranium developer Toro Energy which has appointed Fiona Harris as its new chairman and been given the go ahead to expand its Wiluna mine
Altas Iron to be lowest cost junior (0) February 24, 2015 Atlas Iron have declared significant cost savings will continue through the year, aiming for annualised savings of $90 to $120 million by June this year.
BHP Billiton to pay healthy dividend despite profit crash (0) February 24, 2015 BHP Billiton has posted a 48 per cent decline in profit due to the falling price of iron ore and oil.
Investigation into Pilbara port injuries begins (0) February 24, 2015 The Australian Maritime Safety Authority will investigate an incident which injured two men on a ship which was moored at the Roy Hill Port.
Mining deals at lowest level in a decade (0) February 24, 2015 Mergers and acquisitions in Australia’s mining sector have sunk to their lowest level in 10 years.
ASCO wins BP supply contract (0) February 24, 2015 The new BP exploration venture in the Great Australian Bight will be supplied by oil and gas services company ASCO Group.
BREAKING: Two workers injured in crane incident (0) February 23, 2015 Two workers have been injured in a crane incident at a Port Hedland loading facility.
Low iron ore price not our fault: BHP Billiton (0) February 23, 2015 BHP Billiton chief Andrew Mackenzie said calls to reduce iron ore production in the light of falling prices would only work to harm the Australian economy.
Mine fire traps 100 South African gold miners (0) February 23, 2015 Around 100 employees remain trapped after a fire broke out at the Kusasalethu gold mine in South Africa.
Santos reports loss in the face of record sales (0) February 23, 2015 Santos reported a net loss of $925 million in their 2014 full year results, and in response have frozen recruitment and payrises.
Mother and daughter arrested after coal mine protest (0) February 23, 2015 A mother and daughter have been arrested after occupying a tree for 20 hours in protest of Maules Creek mine.
Macmahon lose Christmas Creek contract (3) February 23, 2015 Around 700 Macmahon workers will face the chopping block after FMG handed the Christmas Creek 2 contract to Downer EDI
Strong Under Pressure: Anaerobic Thread Sealants (0) February 23, 2015 There is a multitude of thread sealing and thread locking applications throughout the oil and gas industry, and conventional methods just aren’t holding up.
Vale posts record iron ore production (0) February 20, 2015 Brazilian miner Vale ramped up its iron ore production by 6.5 per cent last year.
Largest coal mine in Russia opens (0) February 20, 2015 A new 167 year life coal mine has opened in Russia.
Chatree gold mine to remain closed (0) February 20, 2015 Kingsgate Consolidated has been forced to keep its Chatree gold mine in Thailand closed.
Cyclone season reaches a head in NT and Qld (0) February 20, 2015 Two tropical cyclones are currently working their way across northern Australian coastlines.
Mine protest targets Watermark coal project (0) February 20, 2015 Over 100 people marched down the main street of Gunnedah yesterday in protest of Shenhua’s Watermark Coal project.
BREAKING: 40 jobs cut at Christmas Creek (0) February 19, 2015 MacMahon Contracting has dropped 40 staff from their crews on the FMG Christmas Creek operation.
BHP to conduct reef research with CSIRO (0) February 19, 2015 BHP Billiton has teamed up with the CSIRO for a marine research partnership that will focus on the World Heritage Listed Ningaloo Reef in Western Australia.
Coal haulage to resume as rail line reopens (0) February 19, 2015 The rail line at Kankool will be reopened today following the derailment of 19 coal wagons.
BHP employees lose parental leave case (0) February 19, 2015 Two employees at the Crinum mine in Queensland have lost their case against BHP in the Fair Work Commission over their right to seek paid parental leave.
100% FIFO mines to be reviewed by new Queensland Government (0) February 19, 2015 The new Queensland Government has confirmed it will review all 100 per cent FIFO operations in the state.
Mining lobby proposes new policy direction in NSW (0) February 19, 2015 Administration levies on exploration licences have caused a drop in the number of applications, according to AMEC.
NZ coal mine collapses (0) February 19, 2015 A coal mine in New Zealand has reported a roof collapse.
Maptek relaunches Orelogy open scheduler (0) February 19, 2015 Maptek has upgraded, and relaunched, Orelogy’s open scheduler as Maptek Evolution.
Burgess to take lead at SACOME (0) February 19, 2015 The South Australian Chamber of Minerals and Energy (SACOME) has appointed a new president, with Terry Burgess due to start the job on March 1.
Next Generation Technology Solving Proximity Switch Issues (0) February 19, 2015 In order to maintain a competitive advantage within the manufacturing arena, businesses that employ innovative technologies designed to improve production processes and reduce downtime will prosper. But with manufacturers’ production ...
Arrium records a huge $1.5 billion loss (0) February 18, 2015 A string of impairments due to the falling price of iron ore has seen Arrium post a first-half loss of $1.5 billion.
WA miners assured certainty for royalties review (0) February 18, 2015 The review into mining royalties in Western Australia should be made public as soon as possible, according to mines minister Bill Marmion.
Geoscience employment numbers fall again (0) February 18, 2015 After a slight recovery in geoscientist unemployment numbers prospects have again dimmed for the sector.
Monadelphous posts profit crash (0) February 18, 2015 Monadelphous has been hit by the slowdown in mining, posting a 23 per cent decrease in net profit.
FMG slam Rio and BHP for ‘plans’ to flood iron ore market (0) February 18, 2015 Fortescue CEO Nev Power has pointed the finger at Rio Tinto and BHP as the culprits behind iron ore’s plummeting price.
More arrests at Maules Creek mine (0) February 18, 2015 ‘Bat Attack’ protests are continuing at Maules Creek mine, with activists occupying trees in a bid to stop clearing activity.
New showcase for 3D modelling developments (0) February 18, 2015 The Department of Mines and Petroleum will showcase the latest developments in 3D geological modelling at an open day in WA next week.
Northern Star Resources posts massive profit increase (0) February 18, 2015 Northern Star Resources has posted a massive 573 per cent net profit increase after successfully brining a host of newly acquired gold mines into production.
More strikes for Aurizon rail workers (0) February 18, 2015 Aurizon employees have announced further strikes for the rail carrier in Queensland.
QRC to discuss mining deaths with top companies (0) February 18, 2015 The QRC will hold a meeting with top mining companies to discuss safety issues after a spike in the number of deaths in the industry.
Worker dies after underground incident (0) February 17, 2015 A worker who was involved in an underground incident at Glencore’s Ernest Henry Mine has passed away.
CFMEU want tyre investigation after death at Dawson mine (0) February 17, 2015 The CFMEU has called for an investigation into tyre-related fatalities after a man died at Anglo American’s Dawson mine on Monday.
Captain arrested over Great Barrier Reef charge (0) February 17, 2015 A Chinese coal ship captain has been arrested for sailing through the Great Barrier Reef without a pilot.
Uranium miner ERA posts new profit losses (0) February 17, 2015 ERA has posted a loss on net profits for the fourth year running, as the company moves closer to first ore from the Ranger 3 Deeps project.
FMG posts first-half profit crash (0) February 17, 2015 Fortescue Metals Group has posted an 81 per cent profit slump due to the falling price of iron ore.
Charity status for protest groups under threat (0) February 17, 2015 The NSW Minerals Council have launched a new attack on coal protesters, calling for the charity status of organisations like Lock the Gate to be revoked.
Mount Gibson Iron records first half loss (0) February 17, 2015 Mount Gibson Iron has posted a first-half net loss of $869.8 million due to the low price of iron ore and the closure of its Koolan Island mine.
Data miners warned to stay out of DMP (0) February 17, 2015 The WA DMP has introduced a new system which will prevent large miners from getting the upper hand in applying for newly surrendered tenements.
Iron ore price spike (0) February 17, 2015 The price of iron ore has jumped by three per cent to $65.10 a tonne.
Indian police continue pursuit of Thiess boss (0) February 17, 2015 Allegations of cheating continue as Indian police renew their call on Thiess managing director Bruce Munro to return to the country for questioning.
EXCLUSIVE: Rail bridge collapses at Rio Tinto operation (0) February 16, 2015 A rail bridge running near Rio Tinto’s Brockman 2 mine has collapsed.
Six day anti-coal rally kicks off at Maules Creek mine (0) February 16, 2015 The six day ‘bat attack’ rally kicked off in the Leard State Forest over the weekend with activists locking themselves to bulldozers at the Maules Creek mine site.
Samsung C&T hands Laing O’Rourke contract to QLD company (0) February 16, 2015 Head contractor at the Roy Hill project has transferred Laing O’Rourke’s terminated contract to Queensland company Goodline.
Coal train derailment disrupts exports (17) February 16, 2015 A coal train derailment in the Hunter region could leave the track out of action until at least Friday.
WA miners show their romantic side with Valentine’s Day performance (0) February 16, 2015 Two miners in WA have shown the world their romantic side, posting a video of themselves singing a Whitney Houston classic on Valentine’s Day.
Rinehart to sue Channel Nine over House of Hancock (0) February 16, 2015 The battle over House of Hancock has reached a head with Gina Rinehart set to pursue legal action in the NSW Supreme Court.
Olympic Dam grinding mill breaks down (0) February 16, 2015 BHP’s Olympic Dam mine has been hit again, with a mill breakdown setting back production on site.
Alkane’s Dubbo Zirconia Project approved by PAC (0) February 16, 2015 Alkane Resources’ Dubbo Zirconia Project has been recommended for approval by the Planning Assessment Commission.
World Coal Association calls for investment in clean coal tech (0) February 16, 2015 The World Coal Association has called for more investment in cleaner coal technologies to meet energy demand while cutting carbon emissions.
Anglo American to sell Dawson and Foxleigh coal mines (0) February 16, 2015 Anglo American has announced its intention to sell its stake in both the Dawson and Foxleigh coal mines in Queensland.
India aims to arrest Thiess chief (0) February 16, 2015 The head of Thiess, Bruce Munro, is wanted by Indian authorities over claims of dodgy coal dealings in the nation.
Worker dies at Dawson coal mine (5) February 16, 2015 A coal miner has been killed and another man seriously injured after a tyre exploded at Anglo American’s Dawson coal mine.
Mandalong residents confront mine at community consultation (0) February 13, 2015 Local residents have confronted the Planning Assessment Commission at a consultation hearing for the Mandalong mine expansion.
Rinehart House of Hancock legal action (0) February 13, 2015 Gina Rinehart has launched legal action against Channel Nine in order to seek access to the next episode of ‘House of Hancock’.
Australian Mining Weekly News Wrap (13/02/15) [Video] (0) February 13, 2015 This week brings news that Rio Tinto plans to cut costs at its iron ore business while Laing O’Rourke has lost a $215 million contract at Roy Hill mine. Elsewhere, ...
Rio Tinto earnings drop nine per cent (0) February 13, 2015 Rio Tinto has taken a hit of nine per cent on underlying earnings in 2014, compared to the previous year, despite a net increase of 78 per cent.
BP to cut jobs at Kwinana refinery (0) February 13, 2015 BP has taken the knife to positions at its Kwinana oil refinery in Perth.
Rio Tinto to carry out buyback (0) February 12, 2015 Rio Tinto has announced a $500 million share buyback as part of its wider $2 billion capital return program.
Think tank warns Qld Labor must restore confidence (0) February 12, 2015 The Palaszczuk government will need to step up to restore business confidence or risk losing Adani’s interest in the Carmichael coal project, IPA said.
Russia to build Pacific coal export port (0) February 12, 2015 Russia will begin building a new coal export terminal on its Pacific coast to increase its exports to Asia Pacific nations.
Global Divestment Day starts tomorrow (0) February 12, 2015 Investment in fossil fuel resources may suffer a small hit due to publicity generated by the inaugural Global Divestment Day.
Santos sees massive impairment (0) February 12, 2015 Santos has advised the market of a massive $1.6 billion non-cash impairment charge in its latest accounts.
Bulga Coal face fines for 2010 employee injury (0) February 12, 2015 Bulga Coal have been found guilty of safety breaches for the 2010 injury of an underground worker.
Maptek releases new mining stockpile reporting program (0) February 12, 2015 Maptek has released I-Site Drive to allow for faster and more accurate stockpile volume reporting on mine sites.
DeGrussa mine turns to solar power in $40 million project (0) February 11, 2015 Sandfire Resources has signed an agreement with juwi which will see the construction of a 10.6MW solar power station at its DeGrussa copper mine in Western Australia.
Leighton profit rises by 33 per cent (0) February 11, 2015 Leighton Holdings’ annual profit has been boosted by the sale of John Holland.
New South Australian gold mine gets the greenlight (0) February 11, 2015 Havilah Resources will begin mining at its Portia mine north-west of Broken Hill, in South Australia.
Australian Mining is proud to present the 2015 Women in Industry Awards (0) February 11, 2015 Women are consistently achieving greatness in their chosen fields within the mining, engineering and manufacturing industries and we think their talent should be acknowledged.
200 workers let go after Laing O’Rourke lose Roy Hill contract (0) February 11, 2015 Laing O’Rourke has lost a $215 million contract at Roy Hill mine after a commercial dispute with head contractor Samsung C&T.
World Nuclear Association welcomes South Australian nuclear review (0) February 11, 2015 The WNA has welcomed South Australia’s review into whether the state should expand the role of nuclear energy in the state.
Hexagon launches Hexagon Mining division (0) February 11, 2015 Hexagon has launched a mining focused division on the back of Africa’s Mining Indaba.
Hunter Valley Liberals step in to fight for coal industry (0) February 11, 2015 Hunter Valley Liberals visited Centennial Coal’s Myuna coal mine yesterday to fight against a Greens policy which plans to end coal mining.
EXCLUSIVE: Rio Tinto iron ore to cut costs across all sites (0) February 10, 2015 Rio Tinto’s iron ore business is set to engage in a series of heavy cost cutting measures, according to an internal document leaked to Australian Mining.
UPDATE: Worker dies at BHP Billiton’s Olympic Dam mine (0) February 10, 2015 A rock fall at BHP Billiton’s Olympic Dam mine site in South Australia has claimed the life of a 47-year-old man.
Metals X acquires stake in NT gold mine (25) February 10, 2015 Gold and tin miner Metals X is set to acquire a 75 per cent interest in the Central Tanami gold project.
NuCoal takes cancelled mining licence fight to the High Court (0) February 10, 2015 NuCoal will be in the High Court this week fighting to have its corrupt exploration licence reinstated.
Aditya Birla appoints new CEO (0) February 10, 2015 Aditya Birla has appointed Neela Patnaik as its new CEO.
Bradken posts profit decline (0) February 10, 2015 Bradken has blamed ongoing volatility in a number of commodity and mineral markets for its 63 per cent profit decline.
Rinehart accepts Deal of the Year award (0) February 10, 2015 Rinehart has accepted an award for Roy Hill after FinanceAsia named the project Deal of the Year in 2014.
KMG closes Ridges iron ore mine (0) February 10, 2015 The Ridges iron ore mine in the Kimberly has been put on care and maintenance, after exhausting the high grade reserve.
Investment group buys up shares in FMG (0) February 9, 2015 An investment company out of the US has taken a 5 per cent stake in Fortescue Metals Group.
Mining not dead in WA (0) February 9, 2015 The West Australian government received more mining applications in the December quarter of 2014 than at any time since 2011.
South Australia to consider growth in nuclear industry (0) February 9, 2015 A royal commission will examine the potential for SA to increase its role in the nuclear production cycle, announced by premier Jay Weatherill on Sunday.
Sydney Uni joins the mining divestment race (0) February 9, 2015 The University of Sydney has joined ANU and the University of Maine by divesting stocks to become more environmentally sustainable.
Could iron ore drop to $US30 a tonne? (0) February 9, 2015 An economist has warned that the price of iron ore could fall to lows of $US30 a tonne.
Economic & Environmental Benefits of Energy Efficient Motors (0) February 9, 2015 With Australian industry continuing to seek ways to minimise costs, it is also being faced with the need to adhere to regulated efficiency standards and levels in Australia and worldwide. ...
Greens plan to end all coal mining in NSW (0) February 9, 2015 The NSW Greens want to end all coal mining in the state and create a new economic model by focusing on renewable energy.
‘House of Hancock’ telemovie needed fact-checking (0) February 9, 2015 In the wake of the controversial ‘House of Hancock’ screening last night, Hancock Prospecting’s Tad Watroba has spoken out against the show’s accuracy.
Anglo American cuts Drayton coal staff (0) February 9, 2015 The miner has today announced it is reducing its workforce at the Drayton coal mine as reserve levels dwindle.
Australian Mining – News in Focus (6/02/15) (0) February 6, 2015 Iron ore exports are up 30 per cent; The ATO works towards self-auditing for big business; Labor reiterates policy against 100 per cent FIFO.
Ravensthorpe to drop 50 workers (0) February 6, 2015 First Quantum Minerals will cut 50 jobs at the Ravensthorpe nickel mine, positions which are no longer required after the temporary closure in December.
Arrium sells Newcastle manufacturing business (0) February 6, 2015 Arrium is selling its Wire Ropes business in Newcastle to a Danish firm for $90 million.
Redundancies to come in Toowoomba (0) February 6, 2015 Around 40 to 50 workers will be laid off at the Toowoomba headquarters of Russell Mineral Equipment.
Downer EDI to cut jobs as profit slides (0) February 6, 2015 Downer EDI said it may be forced to cut jobs after posting a four per cent decline in profit.
Scientists narrow down how Witwatersrand gold deposits formed (0) February 6, 2015 New research is attempting to reconcile the many varying theories on how the world’s largest gold deposits, in South Africa’s Witwatersrand, formed.
MacMahon announces $135 million writedown (0) February 6, 2015 MacMahon Holdings has announced a $135 million writedown as challenging conditions in the mining market continue to put the strain on contractors.
Heavy lift failure at Browse Basin gas project (0) February 6, 2015 Northern Territory Worksafe are investigating a lifting accident at the INPEX Browse Basin construction project at Blaydin Point.
WA fire forces BHP Billiton to scale back mining (0) February 6, 2015 BHP Billiton has been forced to scale back mining operations at its bauxite mine in Boddington today due to visibility issues from the bushfire south-west of the site.
Another accident at Roy Hill (1606) February 6, 2015 The Roy Hill project will come under further scrutiny after a lifting accident occurred while moving a heavy construction module yesterday.
Sandfire sues investment consultant CAER (0) February 5, 2015 Copper miner Sandfire Resources launched legal action yesterday over last year’s resource portfolio divestment by Australian National University.
Coal employment fallen in the Hunter (0) February 5, 2015 Unemployment has jumped in the Hunter Valley, with new figures showing NSW coal production jobs have fallen below 20,000 for the first time since 2010.
Rio Tinto awards $34k scholarship (0) February 5, 2015 A Hunter Valley student has won a $34,000 engineering scholarship from Rio Tinto’s Bengalla coal mine.
Goldfields gas pipeline program ramping up (0) February 5, 2015 A $140 million gas pipeline slated for WA’s Eastern Goldfields is ramping up as more piping arrives for construction.
Old mine turned into bike park (0) February 5, 2015 An abandoned mine in the US has been turned in to the largest indoor bike park in the country.
Confusion rises over QLD Labor FIFO policy (0) February 5, 2015 Confusion has arisen over QLD Labor’s FIFO policy following clarification over frontbencher Jackie Trad’s comments yesterday.
QLD ALP government to ban 100% FIFO (0) February 4, 2015 A new ALP Queensland government is against the use of a 100% FIFO workforce and plans to ban the practice.
Port Hedland iron ore exports up 30% (0) February 4, 2015 The extra tonnages of iron ore the major miners are exporting is highlighted in official figures released by the Pilbara Port Authority.
Pocock beats Maules Creek protest charges (0) February 4, 2015 Former Wallabies captain David Pocock has beat all charges following his arrest for protesting against the Maules Creek coal mine.
Big companies entrusted with own tax auditing (0) February 4, 2015 Large mining companies may avoid public scrutiny over their taxes if the Abbott government complies with calls for amendments to tax law.
BHP Billiton and CSIRO hand out science and engineering awards (0) February 4, 2015 BHP Billiton has partnered with the CSIRO to award two Australian high school students science and engineering awards.
More delays for Abbot Point coal facility (0) February 4, 2015 Dredging at Abbot Point will be delayed further until the incoming Queensland government takes a position on port expansion and rail infrastructure.
Cat, Komatsu and Volvo charged with collusion (0) February 4, 2015 Heavy equipment manufacturers Caterpillar, Komatsu and Volvo have been hit with an anti-trust lawsuit in the US for anticompetitive conspiracy.
Whitehaven Coal officially open Maules Creek mine (932) February 4, 2015 Whitehaven Coal’s Maules Creek mine was officially opened by NSW Premier Mike Baird yesterday.
Laserbond sees positive DTH hammer drill trials (0) February 4, 2015 Laserbons had seen positive results from its Down-the-Hole hammer and drilling component trials.
Sandvik to close Wollongong operations, cut jobs (0) February 3, 2015 Sandvik has announced it will close its Wollongong operations and reduce its Kalgoorlie site in the wake of continuing mining uncertainty.
Ford launch new vehicles into mining (0) February 3, 2015 Barrick Gold US have made a bulk order of light vehicles from Ford, after having been chosen to test the prototype 2015 Ford F-150 trucks.
Anti-mining protesters greet NSW Premier at Tamworth Airport (0) February 3, 2015 NSW Premier Mike Baird was confronted by anti-mining protesters when he landed in Tamworth this morning.
New government funding supports coal emissions reduction (0) February 3, 2015 The Australian government has pledged $25 million in funding for Carbon Capture Storage research at the Otway facility in Victoria.
Bengalla to keep mining for 24 years after PAC approval (0) February 3, 2015 Rio Tinto’s Bengalla mine has been granted approval by the Planning Assessment Commission.
Mining board game developed (0) February 3, 2015 A board game where players take the role of a pioneer in the US’ first mining boom in the 1840s has been created.
Moolarben expansion given the green light (0) February 3, 2015 The Planning Assessment Commission has approved the expansion of Yancoal’s Moolarben coal mine.
Iron ore family embroiled in will dispute (0) February 3, 2015 The daughter of late iron ore magnate Michael Wright has issued a wish list of bizarre and extravagant “needs” to increase her claim on his estate.
NT mining minster ousts head in leadership challenge (98) February 3, 2015 NT chief minister Adam Giles has been dumped as territory head following mining minster Willem Westra van Holthe’s challenge.
Best mining accounts to follow on Instagram (0) February 2, 2015 Because pictures of mining-related stuff is the coolest!
BHP appeals against $2.2 million asbestos cancer case (0) February 2, 2015 BHP Billiton has begun an appeal against the multi-million dollar payment awarded to a dying mesothelioma victim.
Batsh*t crazy? Activists plan six-day anti-coal rally (0) February 2, 2015 It was the protest last year that saw a woman dressed as batgirl scale a coal loader at Boggabri coal mine, and it’s back.
SA Premier Awards give recognition to resource companies (0) February 2, 2015 Nominations are now open in South Australia for the Premier’s Community Excellence Awards in Mining and Energy.
BC Iron leans on contractors for cost savings (0) February 2, 2015 BC Iron is looking to renegotiate the terms of several of its workforce contracts in order to save money amid the weak price of iron ore.
Nationwide coal strike to begin in Poland (0) February 2, 2015 Poland’s coal mining industry has ground to a halt, as miners plan to go on a nationwide strike on Monday February 2.
Whitehaven Coal posts multi-million loss (0) February 2, 2015 The falling price of coal has been blamed for Whitehaven Coal’s first-half loss of $79 million.
Boart Longyear sign sensor tech agreement with DET CRC (0) February 2, 2015 Boart Longyear has signed a commercialisation agreement with the DET CRC for its in-hole sensor technology.
Adani undeterred by Qld government change (0) February 2, 2015 Indian miner Adani has reiterated its commitment to building the Carmichael coal mine, undeterred by the prospect of a new Labor government in Queensland.
New Galilee basin mining jobs overestimated (1) January 30, 2015 Predicted job numbers for Galilee Basin coal projects are in doubt, resulting in a complaint being lodged with the ACCC
Investigations continuing into iron ore train accident (0) January 30, 2015 Investigations are continuing into an incident in which an iron ore train hit a grader working on a rail in the Pilbara.
New Hunter Valley Mining show focusing on community (0) January 30, 2015 The inaugural Hunter Mining Show, the launch event for the Hunter Coal Festival, is looking to greater community and resources engagement in the region.
Northern Star Resources gives itself a hat-trick for December results (0) January 30, 2015 Northern Star Resources said it bagged a hat-trick in the December quarter that saw solid production, low costs and strong cashflow.
Flood works complete at Roper River iron ore mine (0) January 30, 2015 Northern Territory mines and energy inspectors have declared the Roper River iron ore mine does not posed an environmental risk during the wet season.
Newcrest posts solid production results, upgrades guidance (0) January 30, 2015 Newcrest has lifted its full-year production guidance after posting strong results in the December quarter.
Resource Mining win ABM Old Pirate contract (0) January 30, 2015 ABM Resources has awarded Resource Mining the contract to mine its Old Pirate Gold project.
NSW mining rehab council canned (0) January 30, 2015 Plans for setting up a mines rehabilitation advisory council have been scrapped by NSW state government.
New coal mine on the way after PAC approves Watermark (0) January 30, 2015 Shenhua’s huge Watermark Coal project in north-west New South Wales has been given the green light by the Planning Assessment Commission.
Crane designer fined for 2013 accident (0) January 30, 2015 In a legal first a West Australian crane designer has been fined $16,000 in relation to a 2013 crane accident at Karara.
New ‘Mining Leaders’ program developed (0) January 30, 2015 A new Mining Leaders’ Program has developed to help “the address the global shortage of future leaders in the industry”.
BHP cut jobs at Olympic Dam (16) January 29, 2015 In the wake of falling copper prices jobs will be cut at Olympic Dam as BHP looks to reduce costs.
CFMEU claim BHP will reopen coal mine with FIFO workforce (0) January 29, 2015 The CFMEU claims BHP is planning to reopen its Norwich Park coal mine in Queensland with workers sourced from Adelaide and Melbourne.
SACOME welcomes OZ Mineral’s move to Adelaide (0) January 29, 2015 The South Australian Chamber of Mines and Energy has welcomed news that OZ Minerals is moving its HQ from Melbourne to Adelaide.
FMG cuts production costs, posts record shipping rate (0) January 29, 2015 Fortescue Metals Group slashed its iron ore production costs by 11 per cent in the December quarter while shipping 47 per cent more of the commodity.
Alkane Resources upgrades full-year gold production (0) January 29, 2015 Alkane Resources has upgraded its full-year gold production guidance after posting a solid December quarter result.
Glencore may close South African coal ops (0) January 29, 2015 Glencore subsidiary Optimum is considering a closure of some of its operations in South Africa, with a review likely for Australian coal operations.
University of Maine divests from coal (0) January 29, 2015 Another domino has toppled in the global divestment movement, with the University of Maine divesting from direct holdings in coal-mining companies.
No relief for iron ore miners as price falls again (0) January 29, 2015 Iron ore has continued its losing streak, down to a new five-year low overnight.
Victorian CSG moratorium extended to 2016 (0) January 29, 2015 The Victorian Parliament has announced an extension to the moratorium on coal seam gas exploration, pending a new inquiry into the impact of the industry.
Anglo posts solid production results, but warns of writedowns (0) January 29, 2015 Anglo American has warned the market to expect writedowns when it releases its full-year financial results next month.
Southern Cross Electrical MD retires (0) January 29, 2015 South Cross Electrical Engineering’s managing director Simon High has announced he will retire.
Boyce steps down as chief of Peabody Energy (0) January 29, 2015 Gregory Boyce is set to step down as the CEO of Peabody Energy in May, with company COO Glenn Kellow to take his place.
NSW gas demand to fall and cause price shock (0) January 28, 2015 Domestic gas prices are predicted to rise sharply as a result of the increased export of LNG from Australian projects.
Bradken buyout falls through (0) January 28, 2015 A proposed acquisition of Bradken has collapsed as mining markets remain volatile.
Mount Gibson faces $950 million writedown (0) January 28, 2015 Iron ore miner Mount Gibson has announced a $950 million writedown due to the low price of iron ore and the closure of its Koolan Island mine.
Caterpillar sees continued commodity pain (0) January 28, 2015 Caterpillar has seen lowered results following continued depression in commodity and mining markets.
Gas export revenue will not meet expectations (0) January 28, 2015 Export earnings from LNG are set to tumble from earlier expectations, due to the dive in global oil prices.
Ravensthorpe mine to reopen after chemical spill (891) January 28, 2015 Ravensthorpe nickel mine in Western Australia is set to reopen after a chemical spill closed the site in December.
Sandfire to extend DeGrussa mine life (0) January 28, 2015 Sandfire has released its latest results, highlighting its plans to extend its DeGrussa’s mine life into 2021 and increases its resources.
OZ Minerals relocating to Adelaide (0) January 28, 2015 A shake-up at Oz Minerals will see the company’s HQ move from Melbourne to Adelaide in the first step of a strategic review.
Buru Energy valve undergoes further inspection. (0) January 28, 2015 A leaking valve at a gas well in the Kimberley has been removed for further inspection, after allegations of sabotage.
New deephole drilling reference book released (0) January 28, 2015 Atlas Copco has released a new book focused on aiding deephole drillers across a number of markets.
Iron ore price sinks again (0) January 28, 2015 The price of iron ore hit a new five-year low overnight.
Iron ore miners punished amid price glut (0) January 27, 2015 Iron ore stocks have been hammered today as the price of the commodity dropped to five-year lows.
Nova Nickel breaks new ground on Australia Day (0) January 27, 2015 Sirius Resources have commenced project development for the Nova nickel mine as of Australia Day.
Iron ore mine to close (0) January 27, 2015 Territory Iron has halted production at Frances Creek iron ore mine.
US coal miner rejects “Mark of the Beast” (0) January 27, 2015 Religious beliefs have won a West Virginia miner $150,000 in damages after his employer tried to make him use technology he associated with the Devil.
Anglo could sell more Aussie coal mines (904) January 27, 2015 Anglo American is mulling the sale of two more of its coal mines in Queensland.
Ukrainian coal miners trapped after heavy shelling (0) January 27, 2015 Nearly 500 coal miners have been trapped underground in eastern Ukraine after shelling damaged the nearby power station.
Golden Guitar winner locked to water pump at Maules Creek mine:UPDATE (0) January 27, 2015 Activists at Maules Creek mine are at it again, with Golden Guitar winner Luke O’Shea locked to a water pump at the site.
MacMahon Holdings to trim the fat (0) January 27, 2015 MacMahon Holdings will shift into a cost-cutting phase, following the departure of managing director Ross Carroll.
Iron ore hits five-year low (0) January 27, 2015 The price of iron ore has fallen to below $US65 a tonne for the first time since 2009, and analysts warn it will drop even lower.
Extend The Life of Your Assets (0) January 25, 2015 With increasing cost pressures being felt throughout the heavy duty and equipment dependent manufacturing industry, finding solutions to prolong maintenance intervals and extend asset life in order to minimise expenditure ...
Newman sues Jones for defamation over New Hope Coal allegations (0) January 23, 2015 One week out from the Queensland state election premier Campbell Newman has filed a defamation suit against broadcaster and shock jock Alan Jones.
$2 million JV to target heavy mineral sand in NSW (0) January 23, 2015 Broken Hill Prospecting has announced a $2 million exploration joint venture that will target heavy mineral sand deposits in western NSW.
Santos increases profits on quarter and the year (0) January 23, 2015 Santos have increased their December quarterly production by 15 per cent on 2013 results, and increased yearly production by six per cent.
Miners feel the pain as iron ore extends its fall (1) January 23, 2015 Iron ore miners were punished yesterday as the price of iron ore edged closer to a fresh five-year low.
Colombian gold CEO arrested (0) January 23, 2015 The fugitive CEO of Colombian gold company CI Goldex was captured this week and will be charged for his involvement in money-laundering schemes.
More iron ore job losses as Arrium mothballs mine (0) January 23, 2015 A major shakeup at Arrium will see its Southern Iron mining operation mothballed.
Pilbara set to bake through heatwave (0) January 23, 2015 A heatwave in the Pilbara is set to send temperatures soaring past 49C.
Production phase means more maintenance mining jobs (0) January 23, 2015 After the release of the Hays Quarterly report, national head of mining Chris Kent provides a labour hire perspective on the state of the industry.
Macmahon CEO resigns (0) January 23, 2015 Macmahon CEO Ross Carroll has resigned from the company effective immediately.
New supply agreement for Chevorn’s Gorgon LNG (0) January 22, 2015 Chevron will supply Korean SK Group with 4.15 million tonnes of LNG over five years as per a new agreement.
Cockatoo Coal cuts 40 jobs (15) January 22, 2015 Cockatoo Coal has cut 40 jobs from its Baralaba coal mine in Queensland’s Bowen Basin.
Iron ore price continues to fall (0) January 22, 2015 The price of iron ore is on the move again, flirting with the five-year low it fell to in December.
New Hope Coal embroiled in corruption allegations against Qld Government (0) January 22, 2015 Fresh allegations of back door dealing have been levelled against the Newman Government, with their science minister linked to the New Acland mine.
Mine site tour on offer in the Hunter Valley (0) January 22, 2015 Hunter Valley locals will get a chance to see the success of a rehabilitated mine, with Rix’s Creek offering tours of its operations.
Glencore applies to extend the life of Mt Owen mine (0) January 22, 2015 Glencore has submitted plans to extend the life of its Mount Owen mine in the Hunter Valley.
Man injured after alumina train incident (0) January 21, 2015 A man has been injured after his vehicle was hit by an alumina train in Western Australia.