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Jobs will continue to suffer in mining sector (0) August 15, 2014 New analysis from the Department of Employment has forecast a jobs slump of 4.5 per cent over the next five years.
Australia in the productivity doldrums (0) August 15, 2014 Efficiency in the Australian mining industry has received a stern rebuke from PricewaterhouseCoopers as one of the least productive regions in the world.
Australian manufacturers collaborate for underground mine solutions (0) August 15, 2014 An evolving collaboration between two Australian companies has seen the development of a range of patented technologies.
Carmichael rail line to create new mining construction jobs (0) August 14, 2014 Construction of a rail line to the new Carmichael Coal Mine would create up to 2400 jobs, according to Queensland deputy premier Jeff Seeney.
Chinese miners take Hitachi to court over rare earth patents (0) August 14, 2014 A consortium of Chinese rare earth miners have taken legal action against Hitatchi over international patents
Third prospector declared missing this year (0) August 14, 2014 A 59 year-old prospector who was thought missing near the Siberia Mine has made contact with his wife.
Maptek to launch new modular laser scanner (0) August 14, 2014 Maptek has previewed the new I-Site 8820 long range laser scanner at the Australian Institute of Mine Surveyors conference.
St Barbara evacuates workers from Gold Ridge mine (0) August 14, 2014 St Barbara has withdrawn all its workers from the Gold Ridge operation after escalating safety and security concerns.
Bradken expected to cut more jobs (0) August 13, 2014 Engineering group Bradken’s has signalled it will continue to cut jobs and move production overseas, following a large drop in its full year net profit.
Rhonda takes on Gina Rinehart in new telemovie (0) August 13, 2014 Mandy McElhinney will take on her largest role to date in the upcoming telemovie House of Hancock.
Bechtel offers increased benefits, but no concession on 3/1 for Curtis Island LNG (32) August 13, 2014 Bechtel continues to dangle the carrot before employees set to vote on the new Enterprise Bargaining Agreement by midnight, Thursday 14 August.
CSI pleads guilty to Fortescue miner death (0) August 13, 2014 Crushing Services International has pled guilty to charges relating to the death of Kurt Williams as Fortescue’s Christmas Creek mine last year.
Southern Cross Electrical win Sino Iron contract (0) August 13, 2014 Southern Cross Electrical Engineering wins electrical instrumentation contract at CITIC Pacific’s Sino Iron project.
Rio to lose control over Panguna copper lease (0) August 12, 2014 A new bill passed by the Bougainville parliament has completed the drawdown of mining powers from the PNG national government to the autonomous region.
JSW win Mineral Resource drill and blast contract (0) August 12, 2014 Hughes Drilling subsidiary JSW Australia has won a drill and blast contract for Mineral Resources Carina iron ore mine.
UNSW appoints new mining engineering head (0) August 12, 2014 The University of New South Wales has appointed Paul Hagan as its new head of mining engineering, replacing retiring Bruce Hebblewhite.
Glencore cuts jobs at Newlands coal mine (0) August 12, 2014 Glencore has confirmed it will cut 100 jobs by the end of next month at its Newlands open cut coal mine.
Gas flares a risk of barbecued bird-life [opinion] (0) August 12, 2014 Last week the QCLNG plant tested its flare tower for the first time, introducing a new risk to birds on Curtis Island.
Orica wins award for blasting technology (0) August 12, 2014 Orica has won an award for its research into ultra-high intensity blasting.
Workplace injury victim keeps job at Hail Creek (1) August 12, 2014 A dozer operator who suffered spinal injury at the Hail Creek Mine has managed to keep his retrained position as a drill rig operator.
UPDATE: Curtis Island strike found to be unprotected (0) August 11, 2014 Disrupted work on the Curtis Island gas projects has led to attempts by Bechtel to stop strike action through Fair Work Australia.
Rex Minerals MD quits (0) August 11, 2014 The managing director of Rex Minerals, Mark Parry, has resigned in the wake of government approvals for the Hillside Project.
Vale ups iron ore exports to China over next five years (0) August 11, 2014 Competition for Australian iron ore sales looks set to ensure ongoing depressed commodity prices, as Vale announces its intent to double exports to China.
Gindlabie sees massive impairment on Karara’s lowered production (0) August 11, 2014 Lower than forecast production and weak iron prices has seen Gindalbie suffer a massive impairment on its Karara Mining investment.
BC Iron to acquire Iron Ore Holdings (0) August 11, 2014 BC Iron has made an offer to fully acquire Iron Ore Holdings, merging the two companies prospective operations.
Wenco wins Whitehaven Coal fleet management contract (0) August 11, 2014 Wenco International Mining Systems has won the fleet management contract for Whitehaven Coal’s Maules Creek mine.
Former mine turned into underground museum (0) August 8, 2014 A former Romanian mine has been turned into a massive underground theme park and history museum.
Coalpac mines in Blue Mountains get DPE approval for expansion (0) August 8, 2014 Approvals for two mines in the Blue Mountains have been granted as applications described modifications that were “significantly smaller” than before.
Newmont seeks outside help on Indonesian export tax (0) August 8, 2014 Newmont have sought interim injunctive relief from an indonesian export tax to restart their Batu Hijau copper mine
RPM acquires mining software rights from MineRP (0) August 8, 2014 RungePincockMinarco has acquired the rights to Mine2-4D, the widely used mine design and reserving software.
Wambo coal mine fined over blast incident (0) August 8, 2014 Peabody Energy’s Wambo Coal has been fined $13 000 after pleading guilty to blast incident.
Metso sign tech agreement with UQ’s JKTech (0) August 8, 2014 Metso has signed a minerals processing development technology agreement with the University of Queensland’s JKTech.
Rio Tinto sees first half earnings leap by 21% (0) August 7, 2014 Rio Tinto has seen a 21 per cent increase in its first half underlying earnings, rising to $5.1 billion.
Coretrack wins drill rig legal battle (0) August 7, 2014 Coretrack has won the legal battle for the IP of the GT3000 deep hole drill rig.
Diggers & Dealers awards: The Winners (0) August 7, 2014 The Winners of the 2014 Diggers & Dealers awards were announced last night, at the Westrac Gala Dinner.
Rio Tinto chair du Plessis joins brewer (0) August 7, 2014 Rio Tinto chairman Jan du Plessis has joined the board of international brewer SABMiller.
QRC points to link between anti-coal protests and QLD EDO (0) August 6, 2014 The QRC has told a Parliamentary hearing there is clear evidence linking anti-coal activism to the Queensland Environmental Defenders’ Office.
Peabody to cut jobs at Burton coal mine (0) August 6, 2014 Peabody Energy is cutting production levels at the Burton coal mine, with the contractor workforce to be pared back by up to 75%.
Orica to separate mining and chemicals divisions (0) August 6, 2014 Orica will pursue the separation of its chemicals business from its core mining services business, either by demerger or sale.
Capital Safety release new lifelines (0) August 6, 2014 Capital Safety have released new retrieval and fall arrest safety lifelines.
ResCo workers jobs safe (4) August 6, 2014 Only a day after its parent company declared voluntary administration and their future up in the air, ResCo workers’ jobs have been secured.
Minor acid spill at Rio Tinto Yarwun operation (0) August 6, 2014 Rio Tinto Alcan’s Yarwun operation experienced a minor nitric acid spill yesterday.
FMG to switch to gas, pay down $2.5 billion in debt (0) August 5, 2014 Fortescue Metals boss Nev Power said FMG has plans to make $2.5 billion in debt repayment over the next 18 months.
Gold industry cries foul on royalties increases (0) August 5, 2014 The gold industry in Western Australia has launched a campaign in the face of potential for a royalties hike by the end of the year.
Smart Data revolution: Australia poised to save billions and boost productivity (0) August 5, 2014 Australia’s mining, oil & gas and other industries stand to increase their productivity by harnessing the power of big data and turning it into smart data.
Sirius Resources sign native title agreement (0) August 5, 2014 Sirius Resources have signed a native title agreement with the Ngadju people for its Nova nickel project.
AngloGold signs on with FIFO Families (57) August 5, 2014 AngloGold Ashanti has signed up to FIFO Families social support and education program for fly in fly out workers and their families.
Atlas Copco launches new rock drills (0) August 5, 2014 Atlas Copco has launched a new series of hydraulic underground handheld rock drills for deep mines.
Maules Creek protests enter second year (0) August 5, 2014 Protestors have celebrated the second anniversary of the Leard Blockade camp at Whitehaven’s Maules Creek mine.
Bluestone enters voluntary administration (0) August 5, 2014 Bluestone Global, which owns a number of mining services companies, has entered in to voluntary administration, with 3000 jobs likely to be cut.
Australia gains greater control of its gold mines (0) August 5, 2014 Domestic ownership has risen to around half of all Australian gold operations, according to new reports from Surbiton Associates.
Coal mining increases in NSW (0) August 5, 2014 Domestic coal production has grown in New South Wales over the past year, in spite of weak commodity prices.
Diggers and Dealers Day One [video] (0) August 5, 2014 Australian Mining reporting from the 2014 Diggers and Dealers Mining Forum, at the Goldfields Arts Centre in Kalgoorlie.
3 Reasons to Invest in Collision Avoidance Technology in 2014 (0) August 4, 2014 In light of recent incidents and high incidence rates involving mine vehicles, this article looks at the critical role of collision avoidance systems in mining, the alleged call for integration ...
Mastermyne wins Illawarra Coal contract (0) August 4, 2014 Mastermyne has won a contract for BHP Billiton subsidiary Illawarra Coal’s operations.
Diggers and Dealers 2014 kicks off with sombre tones (0) August 4, 2014 This morning saw the start of the 22nd Diggers and Dealers Mining Forum, undoubtedly the premier business event in Australia for resource companies, from junior miners through to our largest ...
Watpac wins Hanking Gold mining contract (0) August 4, 2014 Watpac have won a $29 million contract to provide mining services for Hanking Gold’s Cornishman Pit.
Fire forces mining camp evacuation (0) August 4, 2014 Hundreds of workers were forced to evacuate a Queensland mining camp after part of the facility caught on fire.
FIFO worker has died on Barrow Island (0) August 4, 2014 A FIFO worker operating on Barrow Island has taken his own life.
Caltex to launch new diesel fuel products (0) August 4, 2014 Caltex is launching new Australian-developed diesel products in to the Hunter Valley mining region.
Opal fossicker falls down mine shaft (0) August 4, 2014 An opal fossicker has died after falling down a disused mine shaft near Coober Pedy.
Rio Tinto establish Indigenous mining training centre (0) August 4, 2014 Rio Tinto, in conjunction with the Gumatj Corporation, have established a mining training centre for Yolngu people in the Northern Territory.
Wipro wins outsourcing contract (1) August 4, 2014 Wipro has won a contract to provide total outsourcing solutions to ATCO in Canada and Australia.
Former BHP worker awarded $2.2m in asbestos case (0) August 1, 2014 A former worker who was exposed to asbestos at a New South Wales steelworks has won a record $2.2 million damages claim against BHP Billiton.
Cripps claims preference to export uranium from SA or NT (0) August 1, 2014 Queensland mines minster Andrew Cripps has not ruled out the prospect of exporting the radioactive resource from Queensland ports.
Ausenco Rylson proves leading edge in optimisation (0) August 1, 2014 Ausenco Rylson has won the award for Best Cost Saving Initiative at the Queensland Mining Contractors Awards in Mackay last week.
New Australian first gloves launched (0) August 1, 2014 Elliots has released new Australian gloves that are the first to reach a new standard of certification.
100 Hastings Deering jobs to go from Mackay (0) August 1, 2014 With around 400 jobs set to be slashed, the company remains tight-lipped on when and where these losses will be.
Collinsville coal mine hits new milestone (0) August 1, 2014 The Collinsville coal mine has reached its second major milestone, of its first millionth tonne, since reopening earlier this year.
Mining truck hits LV, drags it along haul road (0) July 31, 2014 A light vehicle was struck by a haul truck last Saturday at the Brockman 4 mine in Western Australia.
Perth-based company develops optical MEMS reader for mining applications (0) July 31, 2014 The LumiMEMS Reader can be deployed in harsh environments such as down a drill hole as it is much more heat resistant than an electrical system.
Hastings Deering to cut hundreds of workers (0) July 31, 2014 Hastings Deerings is reportedly set to cut 400 jobs across its Queensland operations.
Rex Mineral’s mine approval sees opposition (0) July 31, 2014 Approval for the Hillside project on South Australia’s Yorke Peninsula has met with criticism over its affect on SA’s image as a food and wine state.
CFMEU urges Newman to be strong on anti-FIFO stance (0) July 31, 2014 The CFMEU have welcomed QLD premier Campbell Newman’s anti-FIFO statements, but say he must back his words with action.
ASIC cracks down on miners shifting into technology sector (0) July 31, 2014 ASIC has issued a warning to resources companies transitioning into technology companies to fully disclose their intentions to the market and shareholders.
UOW joins the great graphene development race (0) July 31, 2014 The University of Wollongong has joined the graphene race with a $25 million federal funding grant and a new patenting agreement.
Grylls calls for an end to FIFO camps (0) July 31, 2014 The Nationals member for the Pilbara, Brendon Grylls, has called for an end to large scale FIFO camps.
Update: Orica faces Dyno Nobel blasting patent challenge (0) July 31, 2014 Orica is reportedly facing a challenge over its newly patented shotfiring techniques.
95 mining jobs cut at BHP coal mine (5) July 31, 2014 The cuts continue at BHP Billiton’s Mount Arthur coalmine, which will lose another 95 jobs to go in weeks to come.
Rio Tinto to sell African coal assets (0) July 30, 2014 Rio Tinto has announced it will sell its coal assets in Mozambique to International Coal Ventures.
Reverse osmosis to purify fracking water at Gloucester (0) July 30, 2014 $Reverse osmosis to purify fracking water at Gloucester$ AGL have announced their intention to invest in a new desalination plant, which will purify water from the Gloucester gas project.
Rex Minerals’ Hillside project a step closer to copper production (0) July 30, 2014 Rex Minerals has announced new government approvals for copper mining tenements on the Yorke Peninsula in South Australia.
Roy Hill hits construction halfway mark (0) July 30, 2014 The Roy Hill iron ore mine has hit a milestone, reaching the construction halfway point.
Mining tax fails to produce substantial revenue (0) July 30, 2014 The mining tax has generated $600 000 for the June quarter, falling welling short of the $150 million originally forecast.
New copper processing plant application at Olympic Dam (0) July 30, 2014 BHP Billiton has lodged an application to construct and operate a demonstration plant for new leaching techniques at Olympic Dam.
Caterpillar carries out massive stock buyback (0) July 30, 2014 Caterpillar has announced it will carry out an enormous $2.5 billion stock buyback this year.
Overmass trucks on notice after mining equipment stoppage in Hunter Valley (0) July 30, 2014 NSW Police have intercepted a truck towing tunnel boring equipment near Newcastle after it was detected as being allegedly in breach of its permit.
Monadelphous wins Sino Iron project contract (0) July 29, 2014 Monadelphous has won a $160 million construction contract for Sino Iron’s iron ore project.
New WA uranium mine given environmental approval amid concerns (0) July 29, 2014 The Environmental Protection Agency in Western Australia has given conditional approval to the proposed Kintyre uranium mine in the Little Sandy Desert.
Sydney Morning Herald corrects Glencore tax claims (0) July 29, 2014 The Sydney Morning Herald has published correction regarding its article that Glencore has paid no tax over the last three years.
Hunter Valley coal miner shoots for gold at Glasgow (0) July 29, 2014 A truck driver from the Mt Thorley-Warkworth mine has won gold for Australia at the Commonwealth games in the 10m Air Pistol event.
Kerman win Sino iron ore contract (885) July 29, 2014 Kerman Contracting has won a $146 million contract for works at Sino Iron’s Cape Preston operation.
Cobham wins four year Gold Fields FIFO contract (0) July 29, 2014 Cobham Aviation has won a four year contract to provide FIFO services to Gold Fields’ Granny Smith and Darlot mines in WA.
Carmichael coal mine means more jobs, less water for Queensland. (41) July 29, 2014 The $16.5 billion Carmichael Coal and Rail Project was given federal approval last week, a greenlight for Indian company Adani to proceed with development.
Orica fined $750 000 over chemical spills (0) July 29, 2014 Orica has been fined more than half a million dollars for a series of chemical spills at its Kooragang Island and Port Botany facilities.
[Video] Sandvik’s new fluorine-free vehicle fire suppressant system (0) July 28, 2014 Australian Mining took a first-hand look at the Eclipse fire suppressant system from Sandvik, at QME 2014 last week.
Griffin coal miners return to work in wake of contract dispute (0) July 28, 2014 Coal miners in the Collie area have gone back to work at the Griffin Coal Mine
Push Pilbara mining to tourists, Anderson says (0) July 28, 2014 The founder of Contiki, John Anderson, has urged the Pilbara to promote its mining industry as a tourist attraction.
Coalpac’s claims about age of Aboriginal hand stencil in dispute (0) July 28, 2014 An aboriginal hand stencil, said to be no more than 4 years old in a report commissioned by Coalpac, has been declared to be a genuine ancient artifact.
Queensland Mining Expo wraps for another two years (0) July 28, 2014 The Queensland Mining and Engineering Expo has wrapped up for another two years, having celebrated its 21st birthday on Wednesday last week.
Historical mass burial ground uncovered in Bolivian mining town (0) July 28, 2014 A historical mass grave of hundreds of former miners have been found in the Bolivian mining town of Potosi.
Moylan escapes jail after coal hoax (0) July 28, 2014 Whitehaven Coal hoaxer Jonathon Moylan has escaped jail, after being convicted of disseminating false information to the market.
QLD laws inspire fluorine-free fire suppressant from Sandvik (0) July 25, 2014 Sandvik has launched a new, environmentally-friendly fire suppression system at this week’s Queensland Mining Expo in Mackay.
New rail fleet hits the tracks at Carina iron ore mine (0) July 25, 2014 Mineral Resources have unveiled their new $70 million rail set which will help the company lift iron ore exports out of its Carina mine by nearly 25 per cent.
A mining resurrection [opinion] (0) July 25, 2014 Have the dire days of mining ended?
Driller left wheelchair-bound by incorrect drilling techniques (0) July 25, 2014 Ineffective risk management programs have been blamed for a drill rig accident which left a 26-year old man with permanent spinal injuries.
Expansion approval delays blamed for sand mine job losses (0) July 25, 2014 A production cut at Cristal Mining’s Ginkgo mineral sands mine has resulted in 27 job cuts.
Chinese coal miners see hard year (0) July 25, 2014 More than two thirds of Chinese coal mining companies are operating at a loss, according to the China Coal Industry Association.
Kalgoorlie hotel lets travellers pay with gold (0) July 24, 2014 Kalgoorlie is Australia’s gold mining heartland, and now one pub is taking a step back into the town’s formative years by allowing patrons to pay for rooms using the precious ...
Seven new underwater mining licences issued (0) July 24, 2014 The International Seabed Authority has gotten behind seabed mining after issuing seven new underwater mining licences.
First ever Hunter Valley Coal Festival to launch next year (0) July 24, 2014 A new festival is being launched aimed at showcasing the benefits of mining in the Hunter Valley.
Terex launch its largest luffing jib tower crane (0) July 24, 2014 Terex has developed a new range of luffing jib tower cranes, which have two and half times the load moment than the previous largest Terex crane.
Kanmantoo copper mine’s life extended (0) July 24, 2014 Hillgrove Resources has received approval from the South Australian Government to extend the life of its Kanmantoo copper mine.
Barrick Gold’s Lake Cowal mine life extended (0) July 24, 2014 Barrick Gold has received approval to extend the life of Lake Cowal mine to 2024.
Sandvik upgrades productivity centre in Mackay (0) July 24, 2014 Sandvik has upgraded its Mackay productivity and aftermarket facility in Mackay.
QME: Day two in focus (0) July 23, 2014 Day two of the Queensland Mining Exhibition 2014 has seen busier traffic despite the apparently depressed state of the Australian Mining industry.
Northparkes Mines granted seven-year life extension (0) July 23, 2014 Northparkes Mines has had its future secured after gaining approval to extend the life of the operation to 2032.
Rio Tinto push for monster iron ore mine (0) July 23, 2014 Rio Tinto is formalising plans for a new massive pit at its Yandicoogina operation in the Pilbara.
Would You Trade A Dump Truck For An Air Force Jet? (0) July 23, 2014 People who don’t work in mining could never understand the risks and stresses that the environment brings. When you talk about the dark, cramped and humid tunnels, they never imagine ...
BHP sees jump in production year on year (0) July 23, 2014 BHP Billiton has seen a huge spike in its iron ore and coking coal output year on year, and has forecast continued growth.
Glencore’s Queensland coal mines up for sale (0) July 23, 2014 Japan’s Itochu Corporation and Sumitomo Corp are looking distance themselves from coal by selling their combined 45 per cent stake in two of Glencore’s Queensland coal operations.
MACA awarded Karara Mining contract, appoints new CEO (0) July 23, 2014 MACA has won a contract for Karara Mining’s Hinge iron ore project in Western Australia as it appoints a new CEO.
Contractor charged over death at FMG’s Christmas Creek mine (0) July 23, 2014 The employee of a worker killed at Fortescue Metals Group’s Christmas Creek operation in August last year has been charged for failing to provide a safe working environment.
BHP pledges $6 million to ‘Bush Blitz’ (0) July 23, 2014 BHP, in conjunction with the government and Earthwatch, has pledged $6 million to the second stage of Bush Blitz.
QME Daily wrap up (0) July 22, 2014 The first day of the Queensland Mining Expo has been regarded as a great success, with Deputy Premier Jeff Seeney as guest of honour to open the show at ...
Underground mine transformed into trampoline wonderland (0) July 22, 2014 An abandoned 176-year old underground mine has been transformed into a trampoline park. And it looks amazing!
Stop with the dramatics: former mayor’s message to Hunter Valley horse breeders (0) July 22, 2014 An Independent Upper Hunter candidate has taken exception with people who are opposed to Anglo American’s Drayton South coal mine but who don’t live near the Muswellbrook area.
QME kicks off in Mackay today (0) July 22, 2014 The Queensland Mining Expo kicked off this morning, with hundreds of guests through the gates in the first couple of hours.
Metal concentrates resume export out of Indonesia (0) July 22, 2014 Indonesia has allowed two companies to export some metal ore concentrates after they agreed to pay a new 20 per cent tax.
Pacific National welcomes five new locomotives (0) July 22, 2014 Pacific National has taken delivery of five new 88 Class locomotives for its coal haulage operations.
Shareholders launch class action against Newcrest (0) July 22, 2014 Legal action has been launched against gold miner Newcrest on behalf of current and former shareholders.
MH17 tragedy strikes WA mining industry MD (0) July 21, 2014 Australia’s mining industry has been touched by the tragedy of MH17, with the loss of the children of Buxton Resources managing director Anthony Maslin.
Broken Hill miner to save millions with carbon tax scrapping (0) July 21, 2014 Perilya has welcomed the abolishment of the mining tax stating the measure will save the company more than $3.5 million a year.
Mt Isa Mines attracts junior miners on the hunt for auction bargains (0) July 21, 2014 If you’re a junior miner in the market for quality used mining equipment, you may have missed a golden auction opportunity at Mount Isa last week.
Work starts at Escarpment coal mine (0) July 21, 2014 Activities have started at Bathurst Resources’ New Zealand Escarpment coal mine.
Solomon Islands workforce slashed at Gold Ridge (0) July 21, 2014 Hard times continue for Gold Ridge Mining, which will reduce its workforce to cut costs at their non-operational mine in the Solomon Islands.
New legislation passed to allow mining in Woomera testing range (120) July 18, 2014 The Woomera Prohibited Area (WPA) in South Australia has opened its doors to the mining industry, with a bill passed by federal parliament on Wednesday.
Rail deal to open up coal-rich Galilee Basin to mining (0) July 18, 2014 Adani is pushing to develop its $16 billion Carmichael mine in Queensland’s Galilee Basin, with Korean company Posco set to build the 388km railway needed to transport the commodity to ...
Anglo American’s Drayton South coal passes Department of Planning approvals (0) July 18, 2014 Anglo American’s proposed Drayton South coal mine has been referred to the PAC after the Department of Planning supported its approval.
High-viz hijinks cause upset in Senate chamber (0) July 18, 2014 Senator MacDonald has caused some consternation in parliament by donning fancy dress to demonstrate his support for the mining industry.
Griffin coal halts due to unpaid bills (0) July 18, 2014 Unpaid contracts have resulted in the suspension of 260 workers at Western Australia’s Griffin coal mine.
Thiess Sedgman JV win Fortescue Solomon contract (0) July 17, 2014 Thiess and Sedgman’s joint venture has won the design and construction contract for Fortescue’s Solomon mine’s processing plant.
Minesite incidents and reporting on the rise in Queensland (0) July 17, 2014 An upward trend in Queensland’s mining safety incidents has been met with optimism by Natural Resources and Mines minister Andrew Cripps.
Virtual reality a training tool for mine site workers (0) July 17, 2014 Curtin University is using a new pair of virtual reality headsets to change the way mine workers are trained.
Carbon tax repealed (4) July 17, 2014 The Abbott Government has repealed the carbon tax today.
Atlas Copco sees an increase in activity in second quarter (0) July 17, 2014 Atlas Copco has recorded positive market movement, as it sees a jump in year on year orders.
Modifications required at Duralie coal mine (0) July 17, 2014 The Duralie coal mine is due to get deeper, if given a green light by NSW state government.
Joy Global sees price spike on takeover rumours (0) July 17, 2014 Joy Global has seen its largest spike since 2011 on the back of market takeover rumours.
Small fire at Bengalla coal mine (0) July 17, 2014 Spontaneous combustion saw a small fire break out at Rio Tinto’s Bengalla mine this week.
FIFO tax breaks come under the microscope (0) July 17, 2014 CFMEU calls to halt FIFO tax breaks for mining companies, LNP votes against 100 per cent FIFO, and MP Landry calls to end tax offset for FIFO workers.
Barrick CEO given the chop (0) July 17, 2014 Barrick has ousted CEO Jamie Sokalsky in a surprise management shake up.
Aussie explorer strikes graphite deal with China (0) July 16, 2014 Australian explorer Uranex has hit a key milestone, securing an agreement for the sale of 100,000 tonnes of graphite per annum for the next five years.
Coal port jobs cut in Newcastle (0) July 16, 2014 Port Waratah Coal Services have cut 34 jobs, citing the need to respond to challenging conditions in the coal industry.
AECOM acquires URS (5) July 16, 2014 Massive global construction and engineering firm AECOM has acquired URS for US$ 4 billion.
Rio Tinto posts record iron ore production (0) July 16, 2014 Rio Tinto has so far produced 10 per cent more iron ore this year than it did during the same period last year as an expansion of its Pilbara operations ...
Mining tax repeal hits predictable PUP roadblock (0) July 16, 2014 Clive Palmer and the PUP are on a warpath in the Senate, now bartering with government to change the legislation to repeal the mining tax.
Atlas Iron opens Mt Webber mine (0) July 16, 2014 Atlas Iron has officially opened its Mt Webber iron ore mine in the Pilbara.
Caltex kicks off $200m Roy Hill diesel contract (0) July 16, 2014 Caltex has begun supplying on site diesel as part of its $200 million contract wit the Roy Hill iron ore mine.
More graphite jobs on Eyre Peninsula (0) July 16, 2014 The South Australian graphite industry continues to show promise, with more jobs on offer from Lincoln Minerals.
Austin Engineering launch new dump truck body (0) July 16, 2014 Austin Engineering have officially launched its new off-highway dump truck body design.
Bentley Systems releases SELECTseries 4 for design of wastewater systems (0) July 15, 2014 Increased depth of information modelling empowers users to evaluate and compare a wider range of network considerations.
India’s coal shortage a boon for Australian miners (0) July 15, 2014 In what could be good news for Australia’s coal industry, India’s power plants are running out of stock, forcing the country to increase its import levels.
Mining jobs in demand (0) July 15, 2014 Recruitment expert Hays said Queensland is the place to be looking for mining jobs with engineers, electricians and safety professionals expected to remain in high demand until September.
More jobs to come at Uley mine in South Australia (0) July 15, 2014 Graphite miner Valence Industries has announced they are near to completing the refurbishment of existing plant, and ramping up recruitment for workers.
GE taking Cat head on in mining locomotives (0) July 15, 2014 GE is taking Caterpillar on in the race to develop locomotives that comply with stricter emissions standards.
Tasmanian mine safety inspectors overworked (0) July 15, 2014 The results of an audit into the Tasmanian Mine Inspectorate are expected to show under-resourcing has compromised the effectiveness of inspectors.
Japan’s First Lady dazzled by Rio Tinto’s pink diamonds (0) July 15, 2014 Japan’s First Lady has been given an exclusive preview of Rio Tinto’s Argyle pink diamond collection before the cluster go on official tender in August.
Report claims coal miners using too much water in Hunter Valley (0) July 14, 2014 A new report claims mines in the Hunter Valley are having adverse impacts on ground water, adding to salinity, and threatening agricultural land.
New opportunities for newly unemployed miners in Tasmania (0) July 14, 2014 The Tasmanian state government has formed an economic task force in the wake of more than 350 mining job losses on the state’s west coast.
Coober Pedy on track for renewable energy hybrid project (0) July 14, 2014 The South Australian outback mining town of Coober Pedy will be run on 70 per cent renewable energy, thanks to a project grant from ARENA.
Nifty copper mine expects first ore this week (0) July 14, 2014 Aditya Birla’s Nifty copper mine will deliver ore for the first time in four months after a cave-in forced the operation to close down earlier this year.
Shipping injuries amid increasing pressure at Port Hedland (0) July 14, 2014 A South Korean bulk carrier ship has caught fire, injuring several workers at Port Hedland.
Whitehaven hoaxer Moylan avoids jail (0) July 11, 2014 Whitehaven Coal hoaxer Jonathon Moylan has avoided a prison sentence following his sentencing today.
Newstan coal mine put back into care and maintenance (906) July 11, 2014 Job cuts loom for 100 workers at another Hunter Valley mine, this time the Newstan coal mine.
Edwards breaks down booming economic misconceptions (0) July 11, 2014 The Reserve Bank’s John Edwards has presented an optimistic interpretation of our economy in his latest work ‘Beyond the Boom’.
Sherwin Iron gives up the ghost, no future for Roper River iron. (0) July 11, 2014 Another junior bites the dust, as the directors of Sherwin Iron place the company into voluntary administration.
Mt Arthur coal fined $3000 for dust breach. (0) July 11, 2014 Mt Arthur mine has been fined for poor dust management, however the dollar value of the sanction amounts to no more than a slap on the wrist, to the outrage ...
Wollongong Coal threatens to cut coal jobs (0) July 11, 2014 Wollongong Coal is threatening to shut down its Russell Vale mine, cutting 200 miners, if the government doesn’t advance its longwall mining approvals.
Rio Tinto sponsors new study chair at University of Tokyo (0) July 11, 2014 Rio Tinto has provided three years of funding for the Rio Tinto Chair of Australian-Japan Studies.
Fortescue Metals Group achieves record iron ore rate (4) July 11, 2014 Fortescue has achieved a record 160 million tonne annualised run rate in June, as it acheives revenues of US$11.4 billion.
Dangerous goods licences due for five-year renewal (0) July 10, 2014 A warning has been sent out to shot firers and mining truck drivers that their dangerous goods security cards are about to expire.
Atlas Iron ships a record amount (0) July 10, 2014 Atlas Iron has beaten its own full year production guidance, shipping a record amount for FY2014.
Kibaran’s African graphite to be used for 3D printing in Australia (0) July 10, 2014 A recent alliance between a graphite explorer and a 3D printing company has laid the groundwork for a new R&D program.
Contractors charged over FMG Port Hedland accident (0) July 10, 2014 The Department of Mines and Petroleum in Western Australia have brought charges against two companies in relation to an accident that occurred in 2011.
Poor ministerial response to residents concerned about drilling in SE South Australia (0) July 10, 2014 Residents of the South-East region of South Australia were snubbed by the state’s minister for mineral resources and energy Tom Koutsantonis.
1800 people apply for 100 jobs at Whitehaven Coal’s Maules Creek mine (0) July 10, 2014 Ongoing protests at Whitehaven Coal’s Maules Creek mine is having no impact on people wanting a job at the project with 1800 people applying for 100 permanent roles on offer.
Newcrest announces new executive committee (0) July 10, 2014 Newcrest’s newly appointed CEO has announced a new, smaller executive committee.
Two PMs on a Pilbara minesite (0) July 9, 2014 Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott were welcomed as guests at the West Angeles iron ore mine earlier today.
Death in South Hedland workers’ camp thought to be suicide (0) July 9, 2014 A 37 year-old man has been found dead in his room at the Gateway Village in South Hedland.
New and improved jobs board live to view (0) July 9, 2014 Looking for a job? Australian Mining has a new jobs board section that makes searching for your next role a breeze. And if you need more training, we’ve covered that ...
UPDATE: Mt Lyell goes into care and maintenance (0) July 9, 2014 Mt Lyell copper mine will not reopen to development or mining production, instead being put into care and maintenance.
Banning alcohol at mine site camps: What the punters think (0) July 9, 2014 Rio Tinto’s decision to ban alcohol at its Argyle mine site has divided opinion on social media.We sort through what people see as the pros and cons of a booze ...
Mongolia versus Rio Tinto continues over Oyu Tolgoi copper (0) July 9, 2014 The Mongolian government has urged Rio Tinto to speed up development at the Oyu Tolgoi copper mine.
Death highlights need to secure mine shafts (0) July 9, 2014 A report has warned that all mine shafts need to be fenced, covered and properly secured after a man fell to his death at the Lightning Ridge Mineral Claims District.
Environmental report says Kakadu safe from Ranger uranium spill (0) July 9, 2014 An interim report states there was no adverse environmental impact on human health or Kakadu National Park caused by the leach tank failure in December.
Brookfield completes first stage of Roy Hill mine NPI (0) July 9, 2014 Brookfield Multiplex has completed the first stage of the non-process infrastructure at the Roy Hill iron ore mine.
Mt Lyell’s future to be revealed today. (0) July 9, 2014 Workers stood down from the Mt Lyell Mine after a series of fatal accidents will today find out if they may return to work.
Queensland cattle grid accident worth $1.2 million (0) July 9, 2014 A mining employee has sued the State of Queensland for a whopping $1.2 million, claiming a broken cattle grid caused an injury to his back.
Missing Mt Isa miner found (0) July 8, 2014 The body of missing Mt Isa miner Brett Kelly has been found.
Kanpa community volunteers for nuclear waste dump (0) July 8, 2014 Traditional land owners in the Gibson Desert have indicated their interest in hosting a nuclear waste dump, previously intended for the Muckaty Station.