The tech innovators strutting their stuff at MINExpo 2021 (0) August 26, 2021 Taking place from September 13-15, MINExpo welcomes the most ambitious innovators in the global mining industry, with cutting-edge equipment, services and technologies on display.
Miners rattled by COVID rollercoaster, survey says (0) August 26, 2021 Workers in the mining sector are feeling more overworked and insecure in their industry than the rest of the nation, according to an employee sentiment report from ELMO.
New bill a boon for NT mining industry (0) August 26, 2021 New reforms introduced by the Australian Government are paving the way for Northern Territory’s mining industry to grow and expand.
Bravus selects custom-built Ultrahaul tray at Carmichael (0) August 26, 2021 Bravus Mining & Resources has awarded SMW Group a contract for Ultrahaul mine truck trays and a bore field maintenance program at its Carmichael coal project in Queensland.
Iluka setting up WA for self-sufficient rare earths (0) August 26, 2021 Iluka Resources has continued to develop its Western Australian mineral sands operations, after Eneabba began phase two construction and Capel rebounded from a suspension in the first half of 2021.
Northern Star to focus on employee education in 2022 (0) August 25, 2021 Northern Star have pledged their commitment to advancing their employees, announcing several development and education initiatives for the 2022 financial year.
BMA accelerates electric vehicle capacity (0) August 25, 2021 The BHP Mitsubishi Alliance has deployed light-duty battery electric vehicles and fast chargers at its Bowen Basin coal mines in Queensland.
New hydrogen plant for Rio Tinto’s Yarwun alumina refinery (0) August 25, 2021 Rio Tinto and Sumitomo Corporation are joining forces to explore the construction of a hydrogen pilot plant at Rio Tinto’s Yarwun alumina refinery in Gladstone.
Cat 777G hits sweet spot in water truck solutions (0) August 25, 2021 Cat has delivered its solution to efficient dust control with the new 777G Water Solutions truck, implementing a proprietary Water Delivery System and MineStar Edge technology.
Alemlube hose reels present a safer option (0) August 25, 2021 Alemlube has launched its new HR90000 series, providing a more durable and functional hose reel for mine sites.
Macmahon welcomes $600m in mine cutbacks (0) August 25, 2021 Macmahon has welcomed the commissioning of significant bodies of work in 2021, as both the Tropicana and Telfer gold mines undergo mine altering cutbacks.
BHP training program an investment in WA workforce (0) August 25, 2021 Western Australia Premier Mark McGowan has praised BHP’s new train driver training program as it decreases the state’s reliance on interstate fly-in, fly-out workers while enhancing local training and creating ...
WA commodities enable post-pandemic expansion (0) August 24, 2021 The Chamber of Commerce and Industry Western Australia has recognised commodities as the saviour of the state’s economy from the pandemic.
Incentives discussed for large energy consumers (0) August 24, 2021 The Federal Government has welcomed comment on its new Safeguard Crediting Mechanism which seeks to benefit large carbon emitters by reducing energy costs.
BHP pledges $30m to Future of Work Program (0) August 24, 2021 BHP chief technical officer Laura Tyler has called on the mining industry, government and education sector to address a worrying shortfall in mining engineer graduates.
Hay Point a laser focus for Perth METS company (0) August 24, 2021 BHP Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA) will trial a fibre laser cleaner designed by Laser Technologies to remove surface corrosion at its Hay Point coal terminal near Mackay in Queensland.
Big contract wins position Monadelphous strongly going forward (0) August 24, 2021 Monadelphous has defined its 2021 financial year by capital investments and strategic forward planning, with $950 million of new contracts and contract extensions secured across their resources, energy and infrastructure ...
Yancoal to ‘wash harder’ as pandemic lingers (0) August 24, 2021 Yancoal has implemented a new strategy to maximise its coal product value, while playing catch up in the second half of 2021.
Aqura gets Federal funding for underground 5G (0) August 24, 2021 Aqura Technologies has received a $1.9 million grant from the Federal Government to help commercialise its 5G LTE networks in mining applications.
Mother nature recycles trash to create diamonds (0) August 23, 2021 New research from Curtin University has provided a model that explains the formation and locations of all three major types of diamonds, which could impact the way the gems are ...
TerraCom to extend Blair Athol coal mine life (0) August 23, 2021 TerraCom has extended the life of its Blair Athol coal mine in Queensland’s Bowen Basin by approximately 10 years.
IGO sees lithium progress at Kwinana refinery (0) August 23, 2021 IGO has helped to produce the first lithium hydroxide chemical product from the Kwinana Lithium Hydroxide Refinery, as part of its joint venture (Lithium JV) with Tianqi Lithium Corporation.
Ampcontrol, LAVO connect to power progress (0) August 23, 2021 Ampcontrol, LAVO and Boundary Power have created a strategic partnership to develop power storage solutions for data centres, industrial and mining applications.
Rio Tinto commits to stamping out sexual harassment (0) August 23, 2021 Rio Tinto has reaffirmed its dedication to eradicating sexual harassment from its operations and acknowledges change is needed to eliminate it from the mining sector.
Newcrest sets date for molybdenum plant at Cadia (0) August 20, 2021 Newcrest Mining has continued to invest in its future as it revealed it has begun commissioning another plant at its Cadia gold mine in New South Wales.
NRW excited by METS growth despite COVID-19 impact (0) August 20, 2021 NRW Holdings is excited by its METS capabilities going forward as the company makes its move into lithium and hydrogen energy sectors.
Metso Outotec to supply sustainable flotation technology in WA (0) August 20, 2021 Metso Outotec is deploying its Concorde cell flotation technology for a “major nickel producer in Western Australia” with start-up of the new flotation cells set to commence in 2022.
ABS shows jobs and earnings ride COVID turbulence (0) August 20, 2021 Employment and wages have shown promising signs in the mining industry, with a return to record total full-time earnings, according to an Australian Bureau of Statistics report for May 2021.
Rio Tinto partners with WA Govt for vaccine plan (0) August 20, 2021 Rio Tinto will launch an industry-first COVID-19 vaccination program, targeting Western Australian communities in the Pilbara and the fly-in fly-out workforce from September.
Chicago Pneumatic brings power and light to APAC (0) August 19, 2021 Chicago Pneumatic Portable Equipment Australia has partnered with BlastOne to offer its portable compressors, light towers and generator lines across Australia and New Zealand.
Bowen Basin’s latest coal player enters the ring (0) August 19, 2021 Vitrinite has begun bulk sample mining at its Vulcan mine complex in Queensland, before an imminent mining license allows a ramp up to two million tonnes per annum.
Komatsu training facility fights WA skills shortage (0) August 19, 2021 Komatsu has revealed plans to build a $6 million training facility in Perth, with completion scheduled before mid-2022 to help alleviate Western Australia’s skills shortage.
Newcrest to unlock Cadia expansion in 2021 (0) August 19, 2021 Newcrest Mining is set to begin early works on the PC1-2 expansion at the Cadia gold mine in New South Wales, after a pre-feasibility study outlined a 90 per cent ...
Dana donates support and supplies to electric vehicle training (0) August 19, 2021 Dana Australia is backing the maintenance of electric mining vehicles at TAFE Queensland’s electrification facility by providing technical training support and Sandvik equipment.
SICK has been shaping the mining industry for decades (0) August 19, 2021 With a wide range of sensors and systems for increasing safety and monitoring potentially hazardous situations in the mine site, SICK is your industry expert.
National Pump & Energy expands with Vortex Group acquisition (0) August 18, 2021 National Pump & Energy (NPE) has acquired Vortex Group in a move that will enhance its ability to service its mining customers through dewatering, hydromining and water management solutions.
Metso Outotec educates industry on minerals processing (0) August 18, 2021 Metso Outotec has released a comprehensive handbook on the practices of minerals processing and materials handling, emphasising knowledge as one of a miner’s most important assets.
Westport grows legs as WA demands trade growth (0) August 18, 2021 The long deliberated Westport, south of Perth, has been the subject of a market briefing, as plans for Western Australia’s latest port facility look to satiate the state’s trade needs.
OZ set to dig deeper at Prominent Hill (0) August 18, 2021 OZ Minerals has received the go-ahead to construct a hoisting shaft at the Prominent Hill copper-gold mine in South Australia, adding four years to its mine life.
Vocus sets new horizon for mining connectivity (0) August 17, 2021 Vocus has continued to connect Australia’s mining industry, this time with a $500 million Darwin-Jakarta-Singapore Cable (DJSC) to enhance the Pilbara mining region.
Major miners back BluVein trolley-charging technology (0) August 17, 2021 BluVein has received financial backing from seven major mining companies to further development of its ‘next-generation’ trolley-charging technology.
ARC research to de-risk mining supply chains (0) August 17, 2021 The Australian Research Council has provided $83 million in funding for early career projects in areas including mining equipment, critical minerals processing, and resource technology and services.
Metso Outotec mill sets up Thunderbox expansion (0) August 17, 2021 Metso Outotec has been chosen to supply its Premier SAG Mill for Northern Star Resources’ Thunderbox gold mine expansion, north of Kalgoorlie in Western Australia.
Monadelphous keeps BHP, Rio Tinto in the pipeline (0) August 17, 2021 Monadelphous has secured a bulk of contracts worth around $200 million, securing several long-term relationships in Queensland and Western Australia.
GFG relies on best in the Bis for materials handling (0) August 16, 2021 Bis has signed a new multi-year contract with GFG Alliance’s Whyalla integrated mining and steelworks which will see the company continue providing materials handling and export facilities services at the ...
SA researchers tackle tools to electrify mining (0) August 16, 2021 The University of Adelaide will lead a project to develop tools and guidelines for mining’s transition to battery electric vehicles, funded by the FBICRC.
Coronado ties NRW at Curragh until 2026 (0) August 16, 2021 NRW Holdings has signed a letter of intent with Coronado Curragh to extend its mining services deal at the Curragh coal mine to 2026, adding around $1 billion to the ...
Historic mining agreement for QLD’s Barada Barna people (0) August 13, 2021 The Barada Barna Aboriginal Corporation (BBAC) has announced a native title agreement with BHP Mitsui Coal (BMC) which will provide intergenerational benefits for the Barada Barna people of central Queensland.
Pilbara Ports saves time and money for mining region (0) August 13, 2021 Pilbara Ports Authority (PPA) has continued to improve the mining supply chain across the Pilbara region of Western Australia through the ramp up of direct shipping from international ports.
IMARC announces inaugural First Nations partner (0) August 13, 2021 The International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) has revealed Indigenous Women in Mining and Resources Australia (IWIMRA) as its First Nations partner for the event.
Sustainable researchers seek coal industry partners (0) August 13, 2021 The University of Queensland’s Sustainable Minerals Institute (SMI) researchers are seeking partners in the state’s coal industry to help trial a new technique for predicting the rate at which coal ...
Charge On electrification initiative enters phase two (0) August 13, 2021 The Charge On Innovation Challenge has moved into its pitch phase in August after 21 mining companies joined in to develop systems for electrification.
OZ Minerals invests in mining’s hydrogen future (0) August 13, 2021 Seven teams have been selected as finalists for OZ Minerals’ Hydrogen Hypothesis challenge which, through their prospective projects, demonstrate the potential of hydrogen as a safe and effective energy source ...
Beer on tap for Thought Leadership Series (0) August 12, 2021
METS Ignited chief executive officer Adrian Beer will feature as a panellist for the Australian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy’s Thought Leadership Series which will hold high-level discussions on the ...
Aqura signs multi-year BHP internet services deal (0) August 12, 2021 Aqura Technologies has inked a $1.4 million deal with BHP to provide managed support services for the miner’s West Australian Iron Ore accommodation village entertainment networks.
The contract will see Aqura ...
Decmil’s growing reputation wins Fortescue works (0) August 12, 2021 Decmil has continued its relationship with Fortescue Metals Group after securing a surface water management contract at the Cloudbreak iron ore mine in Western Australia.
Thiess wins $920m Mount Pleasant contract extension (0) August 12, 2021 MACH Energy has awarded Thiess a four-and-a-half-year contract extension which will see the mining services contractor continue its work at its Mount Pleasant coal mine in New South Wales into ...
Hillery Group wins big break for Bowen Rail, Bravus (0) August 12, 2021 Bowen Rail Company has handed a rail yard contract to Hillery Group to facilitate the transport of coal from Bravus’ Carmichael mine in Queensland.
Newcrest to extend Telfer mine life (0) August 12, 2021 Newcrest Mining has committed to a cutback at its Telfer operation, securing the future of the Western Australian gold-copper mine.
Local workers key to skills shortage, survey says (0) August 12, 2021 The best solution to the skills shortage in the resources sector is to back Australian workers for mining jobs, according to a new Mining People International survey.
AMCA seeks tax reform to boost regional workforce (0) August 11, 2021 Australian Mining Cities Alliance chair and City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder Mayor John Bowler is lobbying the Australian Government to exclude regional accommodation from the Fringe Benefit Tax in an attempt to ...
How native Australian plants could be a boon for mining industry (0) August 11, 2021 Native Australian plants could be used to extract rare earth minerals with less environmental impact than mining practices, according to a study by the University of Queensland’s Sustainable Minerals Institute.
Abra plant a step closer following equipment order (0) August 11, 2021 Abra Mining, Galena Mining’s joint venture company for the Abra Base Metals Project, has placed orders for the Western Australian processing plant’s ball mill and concentrate filter.
Thiess electrifies with Liebherr haul trucks (0) August 11, 2021 Thiess has added five of Liebherr’s electric T 264 haul trucks to its operations in Chile, each with a 240-tonne payload to bolster a growing impact on the South American ...
QPM goes even greener with gas supply deal (0) August 11, 2021 Queensland Pacific Metals has signed a memorandum of understanding for a gas supply at its Townsville Energy Chemicals Hub.
Australia to assist India mineral exploration (0) August 11, 2021 Australia has taken another step towards becoming a major supplier of critical minerals to India with the release of Austrade’s report, Unlocking Australia-India Critical Minerals Partnership Potential.
COVID-19 scare temporarily shuts Boggabri mine (0) August 10, 2021 Idemitsu has confirmed a worker returned a positive COVID-19 test at its Boggabri coal mine in New South Wales, before further testing revealed the case was a false positive.
Orefox funding to boost QLD critical mineral discoveries (0) August 10, 2021 OreFox has secured funding that will see the geological data analytics company further commercialise its cutting-edge proprietary artificial intelligence technology to assist the Queensland mining sector.
Red 5 determined to pour gold in mid-2022 (0) August 10, 2021 Red 5 has continued to defy labour shortage obstacles as it passed the halfway mark in constructing its King of the Hills (KOTH) gold project in Western Australia.
Fenner Dunlop offers new mobile option for conveyor maintenance (0) August 10, 2021 Conveyor belt company Fenner Dunlop has introduced the iBelt mobile Beltguage to accurately monitor the wear and tear of its conveyors in a greater range of environments.
GR Engineering to build Bardoc processing facility (0) August 10, 2021 Bardoc Gold has named GR Engineering Services as preferred contractor to construct the processing plant for its namesake project in Western Australia.
Queensland FIFO workers get call-up for vaccination hub (0) August 9, 2021 Queensland’s Chief Health Officer Jeannette Young has included fly-in, fly-out (FIFO) workers in a new priority vaccination list, as the state prepares a vaccination hub at Brisbane Airport.
Researchers create nanocrystals using gold processing technique (0) August 9, 2021 Researchers from ETH Zurich have uncovered a method to produce nanocrystals from mined metals using amalgamation, with the potential for the new compositions to be used in lithium-ion batteries.
Mining lease error identified in Queensland (0) August 9, 2021 The Queensland Government has found over 900 mining leases were operating without a valid mining tenure and is seeking to retroactively approve them.
Australian exploration shrugs off COVID-19 (0) August 9, 2021 Gold and silver have attracted almost half of Australia’s exploration expenditure in the June quarter of 2021, according to a report from Austex.
Albemarle hit by labour shortage at Kemerton (0) August 9, 2021 Albemarle has delayed the second stage of its Kemerton lithium processing plant until early 2022 following labour shortages in Western Australia.
WA bolsters exploration funding (0) August 6, 2021 The Western Australian Government has increased its contribution to the Exploration Incentive Scheme by $2.5 million, just days after it opened for applications.
K2fly onwards and upwards with Alcoa deal (0) August 6, 2021 Alcoa has signed K2fly to a tailings management contract across seven bauxite mines globally, furthering the industry’s commitment to the Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management.
Resources industry digs up export record (0) August 6, 2021 Australia’s resources industry has shipped $299.6 billion in export revenue during the 2020-21 financial year, according to new data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
Aurizon just the ticket to get Macarthur on the move (0) August 6, 2021 Aurizon has agreed to transport up to 500,000 tonnes of direct-shipment ore per year for Macarthur Minerals, between Kalgoorlie and Kwinana in Western Australia.
Fortescue clear of outbreak at Cloudbreak (0) August 6, 2021 Fortescue Metals Group has been cleared of any COVID-19 cases after a positive test scare shut down its Cloudbreak mine site in Western Australia this week.
Alkane drives Tomingley with heavy equipment splurge (0) August 6, 2021 Alkane Resources has purchased a $16 million fleet of Sandvik, Epiroc, Cat and Volvo machines to operate at the Tomingley gold extension project in New South Wales.
High Court finds WorkPac was never committed to contractor (0) August 5, 2021 The High Court of Australia has overturned a decision by the Federal Court, declaring a Glencore contractor was not a permanent employee of WorkPac and therefore was not owed back-paid ...
Aqura contract continues BHP connection (0) August 5, 2021 Aqura Technologies has won a contract for technology and communications infrastructure upgrades to BHP’s Western Australia Iron Ore accommodation precincts in the Pilbara region.
Whitehaven moves Winchester South towards approval (0) August 5, 2021 Whitehaven Coal’s $1 billion Winchester South metallurgical coal project in Queensland remains on track after the state government released a draft environmental impact statement (EIS).
NT bans seabed mining following community consultation (0) August 5, 2021 The Northern Territory Government has banned subsea (seabed) mining with a Declaration of Prohibited Action gazetted in a bid to protect its coastal and marine environment.
Miners work toward skills shortage solution (0) August 5, 2021 Roy Hill has suggested filling vacant mining roles with out-of-work airline pilots to combat the resource sector’s growing skills shortage.
Plantwide optimizer: The enterprise results you need (0) August 5, 2021 While Advanced Process Control technologies have been around for a while, companies still struggle to achieve the maturity of implementation needed to optimise their processes along the entire life cycle. ...
Fortescue worker returns positive COVID-19 test (0) August 4, 2021 Fortescue Metals Group (Fortescue) has been advised by the Western Australian Department of Health that a maintenance contractor at its Cloudbreak site has returned a weak positive test result for ...
MRC acquisition supports Coxons’ mining maintenance (0) August 4, 2021 Coxons Group has enhanced its asset availability and support network with the acquisition of MRC Australia, bringing together two specialists in fleet management and cooling solutions.
WA government funding to boost exploration drilling (0) August 4, 2021 Exploration companies can apply for Western Australian Government assistance with round 24 of the Exploration Incentive Scheme (EIS) co-funded drilling program and series 2 of the co-funded Energy Analysis Project ...
Potential ‘cold war’ with China could wreak havoc for mining (0) August 4, 2021 Oxford University professor of globalisation and development Ian Goldin has warned the Australian mining sector that tensions with China could escalate into a ‘cold war’ with further impacts on supply ...
Sandvik expands into ground support and reinforcement (0) August 4, 2021 Sandvik has taken full ownership of Rocbolt technologies in China, South Africa and Mongolia, while joint venture partner Jennmar will retain its stake in Rocbolt’s Australian branch.
NT charges up battery metals development (0) August 4, 2021 The Northern Territory Government has partnered with the Future Battery Industries Cooperative Research Centre (FBICRC) to advance its foothold on the battery supply chain, including the establishment of new mining ...
Austrade helps business follow friendship in India (0) August 4, 2021 The Australian Trade and Investment Commission has strengthened the relationship between Australian manufacturers and the Indian mining sector.
Curtin opens doors to metals research lab (0) August 3, 2021 Curtin University has opened a research and teaching hub at the Western Australian School of Mines in Kalgoorlie to accelerate understanding of sustainable solutions for the resources sector.
LIVINWell tour to boost mental health education in students (0) August 3, 2021 The Gold Industry Group and LIVIN will aim to empower Australian students to speak up and provide practical tools on mental health when their third national tour starts this month.
BHP targets Mount Keith ramp up (0) August 3, 2021 BHP has set itself to expand production by 40 per cent at its Mount Keith nickel mine in Western Australia, with a new SAG mill, flotation technology and two new ...
Atlas Iron hires Primero for Miralga Creek (0) August 3, 2021 Atlas Iron has awarded Primero a four-year crushing services contract for the Miralga Creek iron ore project in Western Australia.
There’s more to mining at Anglo’s Dawson operation (0) August 2, 2021 Anglo American has taken part in a new campaign at its Dawson coal mine in Queensland, advocating for land rehabilitation and responsible mining.
Primero to process ore for Savannah restart (0) August 2, 2021 Panoramic Resources has awarded Primero Group with a three-year processing contract at the Savannah nickel mine in Western Australia.
Further funding cuts lead times for QLD exploration (0) August 2, 2021 The Queensland Government has awarded 16 companies with a share in over $2.5 million for the fifth round of its Collaborative Exploration Initiative.
OZ creates value, relationships in South Australia (0) August 2, 2021 OZ Minerals has trialled hydrogen direct injection for improved drill rig efficiency at its Prominent Hill copper-gold mine in South Australia, among other enhancements to its operations.
Northern Star expands Thunderbox with GR Engineering contract (0) August 2, 2021 Northern Star Resources has awarded GR Engineering Services a $101 million engineering, procurement and construction contract at the Thunderbox gold operations in Western Australia.
BHP charges up Nickel West with clean energy (0) July 30, 2021 BHP has planned to install two solar farms and a battery storage system to power the Mt Keith and Leinster mines at its Nickel West operations in Western Australia.
METS revenue suffers but hope remains: Austmine survey (0) July 30, 2021 Austmine has surveyed hundreds of Australian METS companies to find more than half of businesses suffered a decrease in revenue, while the major projects pipeline is worth $334 billion.
New records for MinRes despite labour shortage (0) July 30, 2021 Mineral Resources has lamented hard border closures in Western Australia that caused labour shortages for the company and affected its ability to freight iron ore.
QCoal chooses Mastermyne to restart Cook Colliery (0) July 30, 2021 QCoal Group has selected Mastermyne to re-commence underground operations at the Cook Colliery metallurgical coal mine in Central Queensland.
TasRail shiploader contract critical for resource industry (0) July 30, 2021 TasRail is finalising negotiations with Tasmanian company COVA Haywards to design and construct its new bulk minerals shiploader at the Burnie Port to boost productivity in the state’s mining industry.
FLSmidth splashes out for thyssenkrupp mining business (0) July 30, 2021 FLSmidth has agreed to purchase thyssenkrupp’s Mining Technologies business for €325 million to create a pit to plant technology solution with a sustainable focus.
St Barbara steady as Gwalia offsets Simberi (0) July 29, 2021 St Barbara had a largely positive June quarter at the Gwalia gold mine in Western Australia, as mill throughput hit five-year highs, while mining can now recommence at its Papua ...
Pilbara Minerals continues million-tonne mission (0) July 29, 2021 Pilbara Minerals has responded to strong demand for spodumene concentrate with record sales and shipments from its Pilgangoora lithium project.
Fortescue builds Iron Bridge with SIMPEC (0) July 29, 2021 SIMPEC has won a $145 million major construction contract for a wet processing plant at Fortescue Metals Group’s Iron Bridge magnetite project in Western Australia.
Mt Gibson adds to Capricorn’s gold growth (0) July 29, 2021 Capricorn Metals has revealed plans to restart production at the historic Mt Gibson gold project (MGGP) in the Murchison region of Western Australia as part of the company’s strategy to ...
Fortescue makes waves with shipping record (0) July 29, 2021 Fortescue Metals Group has marginally beaten its ore shipment targets with a record 182.2 million tonnes setting sail from the Pilbara in the 12 months to June 30.
Haver & Boecker Niagara keeps its finger on the Pulse (0) July 29, 2021 Haver & Boecker Niagara has grown its range of high-tech analytic tools with Pulse Condition Monitoring (Pulse CM) for constant examination of vibrating screens.
Glencore recognises the importance of apprentices (0) July 28, 2021 Glencore has continued to advocate for entry-level resources jobs, with 40 new apprenticeships up for grabs at its Mount Isa operations in Queensland.
Gruyere troubles put bump in Gold Road (0) July 28, 2021 Gold Road Resources has reported lower production for the June quarter following processing plant issues at the Gruyere gold mine in Western Australia last month.
Realising the repercussions of deep-sea mining (0) July 28, 2021 Researchers from MIT have begun unprecedented studies into the environmental effects of sediment plumes from deep-sea mining.
Grade increase sees Nova outperform expectations (0) July 28, 2021 IGO has beaten its production target at the Nova nickel-copper-cobalt operation in Western Australia following higher feed grades and recoveries.
Stanmore gets the nod at Isaac Downs (0) July 28, 2021 Stanmore Resources has received a mining lease for the Isaac Downs metallurgical coal project in Queensland’s Bowen Basin, enabling construction and operations to begin.
AusIMM series to highlight next-generation mining (0) July 28, 2021 The Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy will host its Thought Leadership Series 2021 in August and September to discuss the future of mining.
NRW secures Gudai-Darri solar contract (0) July 27, 2021 Rio Tinto has awarded NRW Holdings with a contract to deliver a 34-megawatt solar energy system at the Gudai-Darri mine in the Pilbara region of Western Australia.
Burgundy expects Ellendale diamond mine to shine (0) July 27, 2021 Burgundy Diamond Mines plans to return the Ellendale mine to production as early as next year after securing funding for the resumption of operations.
M stands for momentum at Millennium mine (0) July 27, 2021 M Mining has contracted Australian Mining Rehabilitation (AMR) and MCC Group for mining and site services, respectively, at the Millennium and Mavis Downs coal mine in Queensland.
WesTrac adds third facility to Rio Tinto services (0) July 27, 2021 WesTrac’s Geraldton facility will rebuild dozens of Rio Tinto’s Pilbara-based heavy machines until 2025, as part of a project organised by the Mid West Development Commission (MWDC).
OZ Minerals on track with Prominent Hill record (0) July 27, 2021 OZ Minerals has mined a record 1.14 million tonnes of ore at the Prominent Hill copper-gold mine in South Australia off the back of strong copper demand.
Perenti launches tech business to spark growth (0) July 27, 2021 Perenti has cut the red ribbon on its technology-driven mining services business, idoba, in line with its 2025 growth strategy.
Lynas Rare Earths switches on in Kalgoorlie (0) July 26, 2021 Lynas Rare Earths has contracted Mayfield Group Holdings for transportable switchrooms at its rare earth project near Kalgoorlie, Western Australia.
Silver Lake skilled worker shortage to continue (0) July 26, 2021 Silver Lake Resources has modified its operating strategy at the Mount Monger gold mine in Western Australia due to a lack of skilled labour causing productivity and cost issues.
NT Government boosts brownfield exploration funding (0) July 26, 2021 The Northern Territory Government is expanding new exploration opportunities 18 projects from 15 companies awarded grants under the latest Geophysics and Drilling Collaboration program.
Approvals acceleration to fast track WA economy (0) July 26, 2021 The WA Government has invested a record amount to accelerate project approvals across several agencies including the DMIRS.
Newmont rises above Tanami constraints (0) July 23, 2021 Newmont has boosted production across its global gold portfolio, with an increase in grades and throughput at the Boddington mine in WA.
Northern Star reaps benefits of Saracen merger (0) July 23, 2021 Northern Star Resources is seeing the early signs of cost savings and productivity gains from the merger with Saracen Mineral Holdings as it progresses towards producing 2 million ounces of ...
Government support for onshore battery technology (0) July 23, 2021 The Australian Government is supporting the resources and critical minerals sector with almost $50 million in funding for projects to help grow businesses and create new jobs.
Iron ore stars in June export figures: ABS (0) July 23, 2021 Australian exports have been upheld by metalliferous ores in June, with the category showing an 8 per cent increase and a fourth consecutive record month.
Korea looks to Australia for reliable battery materials (0) July 23, 2021 Australian critical minerals miners have caught the attention of Korean battery manufacturers as the east Asian powerhouse looks to diversify its supply chain.
Introducing Copper to the World 2021 (0) July 23, 2021 Hear from leading voices in the Australian and global copper market at Copper to the World 2021, streamed live online from South Australia to the world.
BHP unites with Tesla for nickel supply partnership (0) July 22, 2021 BHP will supply Tesla with nickel from its Nickel West asset in Western Australia in a collaboration which will aim to make the battery supply chain more sustainable.
Kalbar crosses its Fingerboards for mining licence (0) July 22, 2021 Kalbar Operations has applied for a mining licence for its Fingerboards project in Victoria’s Gippsland region, adding to the potential for a mineral sands hub in the state.
Yancoal production on target despite rain setbacks (0) July 22, 2021 Yancoal has been hit with more rainfall at its Hunter Valley operations in New South Wales which have impacted mining, rail and port activity during the June quarter.
Coal by-product key to land and water rehab (0) July 22, 2021 A researcher from the University of Alberta in Canada has found a coal by-product called nano humus to be highly effective for remediating land and water used in mining.
Cadia record pushes Newcrest above 2Moz (0) July 22, 2021 Newcrest Mining has exceeded its gold production targets at the Cadia gold operation in New South Wales after achieving records for mined ore and throughput rates.
Westgold starts third underground mine with Triton launch (0) July 22, 2021 Westgold Resources has commenced stope mining at the Triton North area of the South Emu-Triton underground mine at the Meekatharra gold operations in Western Australia.
Awarded three times: SM6020 (0) July 21, 2021 ifm has received the Red Dot Award and iF Design Award for its SM6020 flow sensor in April this year after previously receiving the German Design Award in February.
Research finds alternative to insufficient indium (0) July 21, 2021 Researchers have found a way to replace indium in multiple applications such as electronic devices, anti-reflection mirrors and smart architectural windows.
QLD METS program to enhance mining technology (0) July 21, 2021 METS Ignited has launched the CQ Mining Equipment, Technology and Services (METS) Accelerator Program with Queensland’s Rockhampton Regional Council to commercialise innovative projects for the mining sector.
South32 longwall change improves Illawarra output (0) July 21, 2021 South32 has improved metallurgical coal production at the Illawarra Metallurgical Coal operation in New South Wales after returning the site to a three longwall configuration.
Anglo American overcomes met coal demand concerns (0) July 21, 2021 Anglo American has maintained its full year production targets for metallurgical coal in 2021, after the first six months were disrupted by poor demand, development activities and elevated gas levels.
Rio Tinto agrees to investigate Panguna (0) July 21, 2021 Rio Tinto has agreed to assess the lasting impacts of the former Panguna copper mine in Bougainville, after community members called for action.
Curtin research finds rutile exploration value (0) July 21, 2021 Researchers at Curtin University’s John de Laeter Centre have developed techniques using the mineral rutile to point the way to hidden ore deposits.
Monadelphous expands steelworks offering in WA (0) July 20, 2021 Monadelphous has acquired RTW Steel Fabrication and Construction, which offers services to mining, industrial and commercial projects across Western Australia.
Covalent Lithium begins Mt Holland construction (0) July 20, 2021 Covalent Lithium has received the approvals it requires to enter the construction and operational phases at the Mt Holland lithium project in Western Australia.
Macmahon untroubled by labour market (0) July 20, 2021 Macmahon Holdings has signed three previously announced contracts, one new contract, and largely avoided labour shortages which have plagued Australia’s mining industry.
EU emissions tax threatens Australian exports (0) July 20, 2021 The European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism has sparked concern over Australia’s exports and carbon emission regulation.
BHP powers through with key commodity records (0) July 20, 2021 BHP has broken production records at the Goonyella Riverside metallurgical coal mine in Queensland and at its Western Australia Iron Ore sites after launching operations at South Flank in May.
City of Karratha to add value to mining cities alliance (0) July 20, 2021 The Australian Mining Cities Alliance (AMCA) has welcomed the City of Karratha as its latest member while also announcing the appointment of new executive officer Gary Stevenson.
Aeris hits Cracow production target (0) July 19, 2021 Aeris Resources has achieved its production target at Cracow gold operations in Queensland, after the first 12 months since its acquisition from Evolution Mining were a resounding success.
Altrad targets Asia Pacific with Valmec acquisition (0) July 19, 2021 Valmec has agreed to have Altrad acquire 98 per cent of its shares, allowing the France-based engineering company to leverage its experience and grow Valmec in the Asia-Pacific region.
Perenti contract extends AngloGold Ashanti relationship (0) July 19, 2021 A Perenti Global joint venture (JV) has been awarded a $470 million contract for surface mining services at AngloGold Ashanti’s Iduapriem gold mine in Ghana.
Heron holds Woodlawn hope as administrators called in (0) July 19, 2021 FTI Consulting will continue to care and maintain the Woodlawn zinc-copper mine following Heron Resources’ decision to enter voluntary administration after struggling to restart the operation, which has been inoperative ...
Red 5 gold output overcomes WA labour concerns (0) July 16, 2021 Red 5 has closed a productive June quarter by hitting its annual production guidance at 76,104 ounces of gold, despite the impacts of widespread labour shortages in Western Australia.
Whitehaven hits production target with Maules Creek record (0) July 16, 2021 Whitehaven Coal’s production has been kept afloat by the Maules Creek mine in New South Wales, with the company now demonstrating the operation’s full potential.
Evolution approves Cowal underground expansion (0) July 16, 2021 Evolution Mining has been given Board approval to develop the Cowal underground gold mine in New South Wales, allowing group annual production to soon pass 900,000 ounces.
Pilbara problems hit Rio Tinto production (0) July 16, 2021 Rio Tinto has admitted it entered the second half of 2021 behind the eight ball, after first half results like 9 per cent lower iron ore production were disappointing.
Komatsu unveils fuel-efficient WA900-8R loader (0) July 16, 2021 Komatsu has launched the WA900-8R mining loader that features SmartLoader Logic technology to reduce fuel consumption 10 per cent compared to the previous generation.
Exploration incentives set to open for juniors (0) July 16, 2021 Australian Minister for Resources and Water Keith Pitt has announced that junior mineral explorers can apply to access substantial exploration incentives from mid-July under the $100 million Junior Minerals Exploration ...
Queensland companies confident in clean energy (0) July 15, 2021 Queensland resources companies are ready and willing to transition to renewable energy as long as regulation and technology allow for it, according to a new report.
Shipping acquisition sees Glencore set sail (0) July 15, 2021 Glencore has acquired a majority stake in Newcastle Coal Shippers as the final part of its Hunter Valley Operations joint venture (JV) with Yancoal in New South Wales.
Flanders partnership levels up automated drill rigs (0) July 15, 2021 Flanders Electric has signed a memorandum of understanding with manufacturer Tribe Technology to develop a new automated reverse circulation drill rig to improve resource definitions.
Government overlooks mining for financial assistance (0) July 15, 2021 Australia’s mining industry incurred a tariff input penalty of $53 million in the 2019-20 financial year, despite receiving the least assistance, according to the latest Trade and Assistance Review.
Pilbara Ports throughput value jumps 29 per cent (0) July 15, 2021 The Pilbara Ports Authority (PPA) has improved on its previous record-breaking annual performance, with a total throughput of 724.7 million tonnes (Mt) for the 2020-21 financial year.
PROK HDPE takes conveyor roller durability to a new level (0) July 15, 2021 Global conveyor component manufacturer PROK has just released a new high-density polyethylene (HDPE) roller which is lighter, more durable, and avoids secondary conveyor damage in the event of a failure, ...
MetRes wraps up Millennium and Mavis Downs acquisition (0) July 14, 2021 MetRes has completed its acquisition of the Millennium and Mavis Downs metallurgical coal mine in Queensland, with the mine on track to ship in October.
Metso Outotec trusted by Karara for tailings expansion (0) July 14, 2021 Metso Outotec has been contracted by Karara Mining to design a tailings filtration plant expansion at its iron ore project in Western Australia.
Copper demand drives Sandfire growth at Degrussa (0) July 14, 2021 Sandfire Resources has surpassed its production guidance for the 2021 financial year thanks to strong demand for its copper from the DeGrussa operation in Western Australia.
Fortescue celebrates autonomous haulage milestone (0) July 14, 2021 Fortescue has marked a significant milestone with its autonomous haul fleet moving two billion tonnes of material, doubling the amount hauled since reaching the one billion tonne milestone in September ...
Rio Tinto joins pack of partners with Energy Initiative (0) July 14, 2021 The Australian Industry Energy Transition Initiative has welcomed Rio Tinto as a partner, plus a $2m grant from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency.
Australian METS paves the way to India (0) July 14, 2021 Bulk scan manufacturer RTI has paved the way for Australian businesses to export to India, with the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) advising the company every step of the ...
QLD resources sector backs $100m infrastructure fund (0) July 13, 2021 The Queensland Government has begun accepting applications for its $100 million Resources Community Infrastructure Fund (RCIF), which has been established to benefit the state’s regional hubs.
Taking place from September 13-15, MINExpo welcomes the most ambitious innovators in the global mining industry, with cutting-edge equipment, services and technologies on display.
Workers in the mining sector are feeling more overworked and insecure in their industry than the rest of the nation, according to an employee sentiment report from ELMO.
New reforms introduced by the Australian Government are paving the way for Northern Territory’s mining industry to grow and expand.
Bravus Mining & Resources has awarded SMW Group a contract for Ultrahaul mine truck trays and a bore field maintenance program at its Carmichael coal project in Queensland.
Iluka Resources has continued to develop its Western Australian mineral sands operations, after Eneabba began phase two construction and Capel rebounded from a suspension in the first half of 2021.
Northern Star have pledged their commitment to advancing their employees, announcing several development and education initiatives for the 2022 financial year.
The BHP Mitsubishi Alliance has deployed light-duty battery electric vehicles and fast chargers at its Bowen Basin coal mines in Queensland.
Rio Tinto and Sumitomo Corporation are joining forces to explore the construction of a hydrogen pilot plant at Rio Tinto’s Yarwun alumina refinery in Gladstone.
Cat has delivered its solution to efficient dust control with the new 777G Water Solutions truck, implementing a proprietary Water Delivery System and MineStar Edge technology.
Alemlube has launched its new HR90000 series, providing a more durable and functional hose reel for mine sites.
Macmahon has welcomed the commissioning of significant bodies of work in 2021, as both the Tropicana and Telfer gold mines undergo mine altering cutbacks.
Western Australia Premier Mark McGowan has praised BHP’s new train driver training program as it decreases the state’s reliance on interstate fly-in, fly-out workers while enhancing local training and creating ...
Ahrens’ fit-for-purpose facility for Cavpower demonstrate why they are leaders in the delivery of mining infrastructure solutions
The Chamber of Commerce and Industry Western Australia has recognised commodities as the saviour of the state’s economy from the pandemic.
The Federal Government has welcomed comment on its new Safeguard Crediting Mechanism which seeks to benefit large carbon emitters by reducing energy costs.
BHP chief technical officer Laura Tyler has called on the mining industry, government and education sector to address a worrying shortfall in mining engineer graduates.
BHP Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA) will trial a fibre laser cleaner designed by Laser Technologies to remove surface corrosion at its Hay Point coal terminal near Mackay in Queensland.
Monadelphous has defined its 2021 financial year by capital investments and strategic forward planning, with $950 million of new contracts and contract extensions secured across their resources, energy and infrastructure ...
Yancoal has implemented a new strategy to maximise its coal product value, while playing catch up in the second half of 2021.
Aqura Technologies has received a $1.9 million grant from the Federal Government to help commercialise its 5G LTE networks in mining applications.
New research from Curtin University has provided a model that explains the formation and locations of all three major types of diamonds, which could impact the way the gems are ...
TerraCom has extended the life of its Blair Athol coal mine in Queensland’s Bowen Basin by approximately 10 years.
IGO has helped to produce the first lithium hydroxide chemical product from the Kwinana Lithium Hydroxide Refinery, as part of its joint venture (Lithium JV) with Tianqi Lithium Corporation.
Ampcontrol, LAVO and Boundary Power have created a strategic partnership to develop power storage solutions for data centres, industrial and mining applications.
Rio Tinto has reaffirmed its dedication to eradicating sexual harassment from its operations and acknowledges change is needed to eliminate it from the mining sector.
Newcrest Mining has continued to invest in its future as it revealed it has begun commissioning another plant at its Cadia gold mine in New South Wales.
NRW Holdings is excited by its METS capabilities going forward as the company makes its move into lithium and hydrogen energy sectors.
Metso Outotec is deploying its Concorde cell flotation technology for a “major nickel producer in Western Australia” with start-up of the new flotation cells set to commence in 2022.
Employment and wages have shown promising signs in the mining industry, with a return to record total full-time earnings, according to an Australian Bureau of Statistics report for May 2021.
Vale has employed the digital expertise of Schneider Electric and AVEVA to integrate, centralise and remotely monitor its Brazilian operations.
Chicago Pneumatic Portable Equipment Australia has partnered with BlastOne to offer its portable compressors, light towers and generator lines across Australia and New Zealand.
Austin Engineering will upgrade and automate the design and manufacturing facilities at its Perth hub as part of a $6.5 million investment.
Vitrinite has begun bulk sample mining at its Vulcan mine complex in Queensland, before an imminent mining license allows a ramp up to two million tonnes per annum.
Komatsu has revealed plans to build a $6 million training facility in Perth, with completion scheduled before mid-2022 to help alleviate Western Australia’s skills shortage.
Newcrest Mining is set to begin early works on the PC1-2 expansion at the Cadia gold mine in New South Wales, after a pre-feasibility study outlined a 90 per cent ...
Dana Australia is backing the maintenance of electric mining vehicles at TAFE Queensland’s electrification facility by providing technical training support and Sandvik equipment.
Sepura has launched AutoMate, a new application set to improve both operational performance and staff safety at mining sites.
With a wide range of sensors and systems for increasing safety and monitoring potentially hazardous situations in the mine site, SICK is your industry expert.
The South Australian Government has begun searching for new sources of groundwater to enable a number of industries in remote locations, including critical resources.
Metso Outotec has released a comprehensive handbook on the practices of minerals processing and materials handling, emphasising knowledge as one of a miner’s most important assets.
The long deliberated Westport, south of Perth, has been the subject of a market briefing, as plans for Western Australia’s latest port facility look to satiate the state’s trade needs.
Evolution Mining has implemented new software at the Mungari gold operations in Western Australia, with the aim to mitigate unplanned downtime and improve plant performance.
OZ Minerals has received the go-ahead to construct a hoisting shaft at the Prominent Hill copper-gold mine in South Australia, adding four years to its mine life.
Komatsu has launched its new D475A-8 mining dozer, providing a durable, efficient and versatile new option for mining operations.
Vocus has continued to connect Australia’s mining industry, this time with a $500 million Darwin-Jakarta-Singapore Cable (DJSC) to enhance the Pilbara mining region.
BluVein has received financial backing from seven major mining companies to further development of its ‘next-generation’ trolley-charging technology.
The Australian Research Council has provided $83 million in funding for early career projects in areas including mining equipment, critical minerals processing, and resource technology and services.
Sandvik is collaborating with Nokia and Finnish company VTT in a new research project aimed at making the mining industry more productive, safe and sustainable.
Metso Outotec has been chosen to supply its Premier SAG Mill for Northern Star Resources’ Thunderbox gold mine expansion, north of Kalgoorlie in Western Australia.
Mitchell Services will purchase nine new LF160 drill rigs as part of a material capital investment program the company is conducting.
Bis has signed a new multi-year contract with GFG Alliance’s Whyalla integrated mining and steelworks which will see the company continue providing materials handling and export facilities services at the ...
The University of Adelaide will lead a project to develop tools and guidelines for mining’s transition to battery electric vehicles, funded by the FBICRC.
NRW Holdings has signed a letter of intent with Coronado Curragh to extend its mining services deal at the Curragh coal mine to 2026, adding around $1 billion to the ...
Mining has commenced at Calidus’ Warrawoona gold project, with ore now being delivered to the run-of-mine (ROM) pad.
The Barada Barna Aboriginal Corporation (BBAC) has announced a native title agreement with BHP Mitsui Coal (BMC) which will provide intergenerational benefits for the Barada Barna people of central Queensland.
Pilbara Ports Authority (PPA) has continued to improve the mining supply chain across the Pilbara region of Western Australia through the ramp up of direct shipping from international ports.
The International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) has revealed Indigenous Women in Mining and Resources Australia (IWIMRA) as its First Nations partner for the event.
The University of Queensland’s Sustainable Minerals Institute (SMI) researchers are seeking partners in the state’s coal industry to help trial a new technique for predicting the rate at which coal ...
The Charge On Innovation Challenge has moved into its pitch phase in August after 21 mining companies joined in to develop systems for electrification.
METS Ignited chief executive officer Adrian Beer will feature as a panellist for the Australian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy’s Thought Leadership Series which will hold high-level discussions on the ...
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Aqura Technologies has inked a $1.4 million deal with BHP to provide managed support services for the miner’s West Australian Iron Ore accommodation village entertainment networks.
The contract will see Aqura ...
Decmil has continued its relationship with Fortescue Metals Group after securing a surface water management contract at the Cloudbreak iron ore mine in Western Australia.
MACH Energy has awarded Thiess a four-and-a-half-year contract extension which will see the mining services contractor continue its work at its Mount Pleasant coal mine in New South Wales into ...
Bowen Rail Company has handed a rail yard contract to Hillery Group to facilitate the transport of coal from Bravus’ Carmichael mine in Queensland.
Caterpillar has launched its new 6040 Hydraulic Mining Shovel fitted with added engine configuration to elevate its efficiency.
Newcrest Mining has committed to a cutback at its Telfer operation, securing the future of the Western Australian gold-copper mine.
Australian Mining Cities Alliance chair and City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder Mayor John Bowler is lobbying the Australian Government to exclude regional accommodation from the Fringe Benefit Tax in an attempt to ...
Native Australian plants could be used to extract rare earth minerals with less environmental impact than mining practices, according to a study by the University of Queensland’s Sustainable Minerals Institute.
Abra Mining, Galena Mining’s joint venture company for the Abra Base Metals Project, has placed orders for the Western Australian processing plant’s ball mill and concentrate filter.
Thiess has added five of Liebherr’s electric T 264 haul trucks to its operations in Chile, each with a 240-tonne payload to bolster a growing impact on the South American ...
Queensland Pacific Metals has signed a memorandum of understanding for a gas supply at its Townsville Energy Chemicals Hub.
Australia has taken another step towards becoming a major supplier of critical minerals to India with the release of Austrade’s report, Unlocking Australia-India Critical Minerals Partnership Potential.
Idemitsu has confirmed a worker returned a positive COVID-19 test at its Boggabri coal mine in New South Wales, before further testing revealed the case was a false positive.
OreFox has secured funding that will see the geological data analytics company further commercialise its cutting-edge proprietary artificial intelligence technology to assist the Queensland mining sector.
Red 5 has continued to defy labour shortage obstacles as it passed the halfway mark in constructing its King of the Hills (KOTH) gold project in Western Australia.
Scania Western Australia has moved into a more efficient parts warehouse outside Perth, to better service its customers in a range of industries such as mining.
Conveyor belt company Fenner Dunlop has introduced the iBelt mobile Beltguage to accurately monitor the wear and tear of its conveyors in a greater range of environments.
Bardoc Gold has named GR Engineering Services as preferred contractor to construct the processing plant for its namesake project in Western Australia.
Queensland’s Chief Health Officer Jeannette Young has included fly-in, fly-out (FIFO) workers in a new priority vaccination list, as the state prepares a vaccination hub at Brisbane Airport.
Researchers from ETH Zurich have uncovered a method to produce nanocrystals from mined metals using amalgamation, with the potential for the new compositions to be used in lithium-ion batteries.
The Queensland Government has found over 900 mining leases were operating without a valid mining tenure and is seeking to retroactively approve them.
Gold and silver have attracted almost half of Australia’s exploration expenditure in the June quarter of 2021, according to a report from Austex.
Albemarle has delayed the second stage of its Kemerton lithium processing plant until early 2022 following labour shortages in Western Australia.
Alcoa has signed K2fly to a tailings management contract across seven bauxite mines globally, furthering the industry’s commitment to the Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management.
Australia’s resources industry has shipped $299.6 billion in export revenue during the 2020-21 financial year, according to new data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
Aurizon has agreed to transport up to 500,000 tonnes of direct-shipment ore per year for Macarthur Minerals, between Kalgoorlie and Kwinana in Western Australia.
Alkane Resources has purchased a $16 million fleet of Sandvik, Epiroc, Cat and Volvo machines to operate at the Tomingley gold extension project in New South Wales.
The High Court of Australia has overturned a decision by the Federal Court, declaring a Glencore contractor was not a permanent employee of WorkPac and therefore was not owed back-paid ...
Aqura Technologies has won a contract for technology and communications infrastructure upgrades to BHP’s Western Australia Iron Ore accommodation precincts in the Pilbara region.
Whitehaven Coal’s $1 billion Winchester South metallurgical coal project in Queensland remains on track after the state government released a draft environmental impact statement (EIS).
Roy Hill has suggested filling vacant mining roles with out-of-work airline pilots to combat the resource sector’s growing skills shortage.
Dyno Nobel’s BlastWeb 4G delivers safety benefits while increasing operational efficiency for underground mines.
While Advanced Process Control technologies have been around for a while, companies still struggle to achieve the maturity of implementation needed to optimise their processes along the entire life cycle. ...
Coxons Group has enhanced its asset availability and support network with the acquisition of MRC Australia, bringing together two specialists in fleet management and cooling solutions.
Exploration companies can apply for Western Australian Government assistance with round 24 of the Exploration Incentive Scheme (EIS) co-funded drilling program and series 2 of the co-funded Energy Analysis Project ...
Oxford University professor of globalisation and development Ian Goldin has warned the Australian mining sector that tensions with China could escalate into a ‘cold war’ with further impacts on supply ...
Curtin University has opened a research and teaching hub at the Western Australian School of Mines in Kalgoorlie to accelerate understanding of sustainable solutions for the resources sector.
The Gold Industry Group and LIVIN will aim to empower Australian students to speak up and provide practical tools on mental health when their third national tour starts this month.
BHP has set itself to expand production by 40 per cent at its Mount Keith nickel mine in Western Australia, with a new SAG mill, flotation technology and two new ...
Atlas Iron has awarded Primero a four-year crushing services contract for the Miralga Creek iron ore project in Western Australia.
Rio Tinto and BHP have joined forces with Komatsu to create and commission zero emission haulage solutions.
Minnovare and LiveMine have partnered their drill optimisation technologies, streamlining the recording and management of data for their customers.
Ahrens’ continue to demonstrate leadership in the delivery of mining infrastructure solutions.
Anglo American has taken part in a new campaign at its Dawson coal mine in Queensland, advocating for land rehabilitation and responsible mining.
Panoramic Resources has awarded Primero Group with a three-year processing contract at the Savannah nickel mine in Western Australia.
The Queensland Government has awarded 16 companies with a share in over $2.5 million for the fifth round of its Collaborative Exploration Initiative.
Northern Star Resources has awarded GR Engineering Services a $101 million engineering, procurement and construction contract at the Thunderbox gold operations in Western Australia.
Austmine has surveyed hundreds of Australian METS companies to find more than half of businesses suffered a decrease in revenue, while the major projects pipeline is worth $334 billion.
Mineral Resources has lamented hard border closures in Western Australia that caused labour shortages for the company and affected its ability to freight iron ore.
QCoal Group has selected Mastermyne to re-commence underground operations at the Cook Colliery metallurgical coal mine in Central Queensland.
TasRail is finalising negotiations with Tasmanian company COVA Haywards to design and construct its new bulk minerals shiploader at the Burnie Port to boost productivity in the state’s mining industry.
St Barbara had a largely positive June quarter at the Gwalia gold mine in Western Australia, as mill throughput hit five-year highs, while mining can now recommence at its Papua ...
Pilbara Minerals has responded to strong demand for spodumene concentrate with record sales and shipments from its Pilgangoora lithium project.
SIMPEC has won a $145 million major construction contract for a wet processing plant at Fortescue Metals Group’s Iron Bridge magnetite project in Western Australia.
Capricorn Metals has revealed plans to restart production at the historic Mt Gibson gold project (MGGP) in the Murchison region of Western Australia as part of the company’s strategy to ...
Haver & Boecker Niagara has grown its range of high-tech analytic tools with Pulse Condition Monitoring (Pulse CM) for constant examination of vibrating screens.
Glencore has continued to advocate for entry-level resources jobs, with 40 new apprenticeships up for grabs at its Mount Isa operations in Queensland.
Gold Road Resources has reported lower production for the June quarter following processing plant issues at the Gruyere gold mine in Western Australia last month.
Researchers from MIT have begun unprecedented studies into the environmental effects of sediment plumes from deep-sea mining.
IGO has beaten its production target at the Nova nickel-copper-cobalt operation in Western Australia following higher feed grades and recoveries.
Rio Tinto has awarded NRW Holdings with a contract to deliver a 34-megawatt solar energy system at the Gudai-Darri mine in the Pilbara region of Western Australia.
Burgundy Diamond Mines plans to return the Ellendale mine to production as early as next year after securing funding for the resumption of operations.
M Mining has contracted Australian Mining Rehabilitation (AMR) and MCC Group for mining and site services, respectively, at the Millennium and Mavis Downs coal mine in Queensland.
WesTrac’s Geraldton facility will rebuild dozens of Rio Tinto’s Pilbara-based heavy machines until 2025, as part of a project organised by the Mid West Development Commission (MWDC).
OZ Minerals has mined a record 1.14 million tonnes of ore at the Prominent Hill copper-gold mine in South Australia off the back of strong copper demand.
Perenti has cut the red ribbon on its technology-driven mining services business, idoba, in line with its 2025 growth strategy.
Lynas Rare Earths has contracted Mayfield Group Holdings for transportable switchrooms at its rare earth project near Kalgoorlie, Western Australia.
Silver Lake Resources has modified its operating strategy at the Mount Monger gold mine in Western Australia due to a lack of skilled labour causing productivity and cost issues.
The WA Government has invested a record amount to accelerate project approvals across several agencies including the DMIRS.
Newmont has boosted production across its global gold portfolio, with an increase in grades and throughput at the Boddington mine in WA.
Australian critical minerals miners have caught the attention of Korean battery manufacturers as the east Asian powerhouse looks to diversify its supply chain.
Hear from leading voices in the Australian and global copper market at Copper to the World 2021, streamed live online from South Australia to the world.
Kalbar Operations has applied for a mining licence for its Fingerboards project in Victoria’s Gippsland region, adding to the potential for a mineral sands hub in the state.
A researcher from the University of Alberta in Canada has found a coal by-product called nano humus to be highly effective for remediating land and water used in mining.
Newcrest Mining has exceeded its gold production targets at the Cadia gold operation in New South Wales after achieving records for mined ore and throughput rates.
Westgold Resources has commenced stope mining at the Triton North area of the South Emu-Triton underground mine at the Meekatharra gold operations in Western Australia.
ifm has received the Red Dot Award and iF Design Award for its SM6020 flow sensor in April this year after previously receiving the German Design Award in February.
Researchers have found a way to replace indium in multiple applications such as electronic devices, anti-reflection mirrors and smart architectural windows.
South32 has improved metallurgical coal production at the Illawarra Metallurgical Coal operation in New South Wales after returning the site to a three longwall configuration.
Anglo American has maintained its full year production targets for metallurgical coal in 2021, after the first six months were disrupted by poor demand, development activities and elevated gas levels.
Rio Tinto has agreed to assess the lasting impacts of the former Panguna copper mine in Bougainville, after community members called for action.
Covalent Lithium has received the approvals it requires to enter the construction and operational phases at the Mt Holland lithium project in Western Australia.
Macmahon Holdings has signed three previously announced contracts, one new contract, and largely avoided labour shortages which have plagued Australia’s mining industry.
BHP has broken production records at the Goonyella Riverside metallurgical coal mine in Queensland and at its Western Australia Iron Ore sites after launching operations at South Flank in May.
The Australian Mining Cities Alliance (AMCA) has welcomed the City of Karratha as its latest member while also announcing the appointment of new executive officer Gary Stevenson.
Aeris Resources has achieved its production target at Cracow gold operations in Queensland, after the first 12 months since its acquisition from Evolution Mining were a resounding success.
A Perenti Global joint venture (JV) has been awarded a $470 million contract for surface mining services at AngloGold Ashanti’s Iduapriem gold mine in Ghana.
FTI Consulting will continue to care and maintain the Woodlawn zinc-copper mine following Heron Resources’ decision to enter voluntary administration after struggling to restart the operation, which has been inoperative ...
Red 5 has closed a productive June quarter by hitting its annual production guidance at 76,104 ounces of gold, despite the impacts of widespread labour shortages in Western Australia.
Whitehaven Coal’s production has been kept afloat by the Maules Creek mine in New South Wales, with the company now demonstrating the operation’s full potential.
Evolution Mining has been given Board approval to develop the Cowal underground gold mine in New South Wales, allowing group annual production to soon pass 900,000 ounces.
Rio Tinto has admitted it entered the second half of 2021 behind the eight ball, after first half results like 9 per cent lower iron ore production were disappointing.
Komatsu has launched the WA900-8R mining loader that features SmartLoader Logic technology to reduce fuel consumption 10 per cent compared to the previous generation.
Queensland resources companies are ready and willing to transition to renewable energy as long as regulation and technology allow for it, according to a new report.
Glencore has acquired a majority stake in Newcastle Coal Shippers as the final part of its Hunter Valley Operations joint venture (JV) with Yancoal in New South Wales.
Australia’s mining industry incurred a tariff input penalty of $53 million in the 2019-20 financial year, despite receiving the least assistance, according to the latest Trade and Assistance Review.
Global conveyor component manufacturer PROK has just released a new high-density polyethylene (HDPE) roller which is lighter, more durable, and avoids secondary conveyor damage in the event of a failure, ...
SPT’s GyroMaster survey tool has enabled mining engineers to drill an 848-metre hole in frozen ground with high precision.
Metso Outotec has been contracted by Karara Mining to design a tailings filtration plant expansion at its iron ore project in Western Australia.
Sandfire Resources has surpassed its production guidance for the 2021 financial year thanks to strong demand for its copper from the DeGrussa operation in Western Australia.
Fortescue has marked a significant milestone with its autonomous haul fleet moving two billion tonnes of material, doubling the amount hauled since reaching the one billion tonne milestone in September ...
HYDAC is revamping its fluid power technology training with online courses to meet overwhelming demand from individuals and industry.
The Queensland Government has begun accepting applications for its $100 million Resources Community Infrastructure Fund (RCIF), which has been established to benefit the state’s regional hubs.