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$US129 million expansion at Cobar mine (0) May 10, 2011 The Glencore-owned Cobar copper mine could see a huge boost to production, with a $US139 million expansion.
QR coal haulage still feels cyclone pinch (0) May 10, 2011 QR National is still feeling the impact of Cyclone Yasi and heavy wet weather.
Opposition claims budget too reliant on China (0) May 9, 2011 The federal shadow resource spokesman has slammed the mining tax proposed by the Gillard government, saying it underpins the budget and is causing other policies to fall apart.
Incitec Pivot records 25% profit jump (0) May 9, 2011 Incitec Pivot has announced an NPAT increase of 25%, recording a profit of $165.6 million.
MinRes wins Kwinana port space (0) May 9, 2011 Mineral Resources has secured export space at Western Australia’s Kwinana port.
Rio misleading about mine safety: union (0) May 9, 2011 The miners union has accused Rio Tinto of having an outdated approach to mine safety.
Bowen Basin to see new mining projects (0) May 9, 2011 Thirty eight new projects are set to being in the Bowen Basin.
NSW mining supports young talent in Hunter (0) May 6, 2011 Over 100 teenagers from the Hunter region have been given free access to films and workshops to increase their knowledge and interest in the resources sector.
Pike River: Families deny legal action; Solid Energy confirms bid (0) May 6, 2011 Solid Energy has confirmed it is one of the bidders for the embattled Pike River Coal mine on the west coast of New Zealand where 29 men lost their lives ...
Xstrata denies big environmental damage at Surat Basin coal mine (0) May 6, 2011 Xstrata has denied its proposed coal mine in the Surat Basin will have big negative impacts on greenhouse gas emissions.
Cape York mine approved by traditional owners (0) May 6, 2011 A bauxite mining company has finalised agreements with Aboriginal traditional land owners in western Cape York.
Australian govt supports Leighton Holding Iraq construction project (0) May 5, 2011 A $US733 million contract for Leighton Holdings to construct enhanced crude oil facilities in southern Iraq has been met with support from the Export Finance and Insurance Corporation (EFIC).
New laws in NSW for mining and agriculture conflicts (0) May 5, 2011 The New South Wales government has introduced a new regime to deal with conflicts between agriculture and tourism and the coal seam and coal seam gas (CSG) industries.
New laws in WA protect wine region from mining (0) May 5, 2011 It could become harder to mine in Western Australia’s Margaret River wine-growing region, as the state government considers new legislation to protect the area.
Gina Rinehart urges Australians to fight against carbon and mining taxes (2) May 5, 2011 Gina Rinehart believes Australia is failing to stand up and fight against the introduction of carbon and mining taxes.
Harmonised workplace safety laws a long time coming (0) May 5, 2011 New South Wales’ peak resource industry body says the introduction of new harmonised workplace health and safety laws will bring the state into the 21st century.
Xstrata faces court over QLD coal mine (0) May 4, 2011 Mining giant Xstrata will be in court today to defend the greenhouse impacts of its proposed Wandoan coal mine.
$1 trillion potential at SA site (0) May 4, 2011 The relaxation of legislation for non-military access in South Australia could result in $1 trillion worth of mineral wealth, according to the state’s peak mining body.
Aussie miners won’t be affected by Namibia’s legislation changes (0) May 4, 2011 Changes to Namibia’s mining legislation will not affect existing licenses and is not a step towards nationalism, a presidential representative says.
Supporters of Camberwell mine not entitled to comment (0) May 4, 2011 A native title claimant has hit back at what he says are people unqualified to make comments or decisions about the proposed Ashton Coal mine in the Hunter Valley.
Supporters of Ashton Coal Camberwell mine not entitled to comment (0) May 4, 2011 A native title claimant in the Upper Hunter has hit back at what he says are people unqualified to make comments or decisions about the proposed Ashton Coal mine in ...
Pike River buyer to be decided by August (13) May 3, 2011 The successful bidders for the Pike River Coal mine should be known by the beginning of August.
Greens want senate inquiry into undersea mining (0) May 3, 2011 Leader of the Australian Greens, Bob Brown, want a senate enquiry into the impact of undersea mining.
LD Operations told to give up on Margaret River mine (0) May 3, 2011 A coal mining company that wants to mine near Margaret River has been accused of ignoring environmental restrictions placed on it.
No charge for BHP’s Olympic Dam accident (0) May 3, 2011 The shaft failure at BHP Billiton’s Olympic Dam mine in 2009 that cost over $200 million has not been resulted in prosecution for the company.
Bathurst Resources denies Pike River bid (0) May 2, 2011 A “positive” announcement tomorrow from Bathurst Resources will not be its intentions to bid on the embattled Pike River Coal mine.
Claims money stopping receivers from entering Pike River mine (0) May 2, 2011 The former safety and training manager of the Pike River coal mine has voiced frustrations over the delays of re-entering the mine.
More consultation needed from NSW govt for coal mining strategies (0) May 2, 2011 New South Wales’ leading resource industry body has urged the state government to make involvement with communities, industry and stake holders a top priority as it develops new strategies.
Mining boom could increase inflation: govt (0) May 2, 2011 Australia faces an increase in inflation as the mining boom is expected to continue its growth over the next two years, the Treasury says.
Peculiar Knob award iron ore rail contract (0) April 29, 2011 WPG Resources have announced a rail haulage agreement with Genesee & Wyoming Australia for iron ore transportation from Peculiar Knob.
Aussie mum wants son’s body back from Pike River (0) April 29, 2011 The discovery of a fully-clothed body inside the Pike River coal mine has increased calls from families to retrieve the bodies of victims.
Rio increases Indigenous involvement in Pilbara (0) April 29, 2011 Rio Tinto says a new contract of more than $160 million for Pilbara construction works is a positive step towards increasing Indigenous business involvement.
Man arrested entering Pike River (0) April 29, 2011 A man has been arrested and charged for unlawfully entering the Pike River coal mine.
Don’t waste the boom, IMF warns (0) April 29, 2011 The International Monetary Fund says the Australian Government should use revenue from the mining boom to support its ageing population.
Rifts within Indigenous community against Upper Hunter mining (0) April 29, 2011 An indigenous protest group in Upper Hunter have been labelled a noisy minority group by a local Aboriginal corporation.
Illegal mining officials will be hanged (0) April 29, 2011 Indian officials who allowed illegal mining will be hanged the Goa region’s government says.
Body in Pike River changes nothing: NZ PM (0) April 29, 2011 New Zealand Prime Minister John Key says the discovery of a fully clothed body inside the Pike River Coal mine where 29 men were killed changes little.
Xstrata sign iron ore rail deal (0) April 29, 2011 Xstrata has announced a rail deal with Queensland Rail (QR) and Pacific National to transport iron ore.
NZ government owed Pike River victims safety reforms: union (0) April 28, 2011 A local union says the New Zealand government owes it to the men who were killed in the Pike River Coal mine to improve workplace safety.
Miners give Hall of Fame a lifeline (0) April 28, 2011 The WA mining industry has donated more than half a million dollars to ensure Kalgoorlie’s Prospectors and Miners Hall of Fame remains open.
Perth glassing could dash hopes for mining career (0) April 28, 2011 The glassing of a man in Perth may have left him unable to fulfil his dreams of a mining career.
Sandfire begins DeGrussa development (0) April 28, 2011 Sandfire Resources have carried out maiden blasting for the excavation of the box-cut to establish portal entrance.
QLD govt should fund health, not mining companies: MP (0) April 28, 2011 The Queensland Government needs to provide more funding for health infrastructure, and should not rely on mining and energy companies, according to a state MP.
Aborigines protest coal mining (0) April 28, 2011 Police have removed a group of Aborigines protesting against Ashton Coal’s proposed mine in the Hunter Valley.
Fully clothed body found inside Pike River mine (0) April 28, 2011 A fully clothed body has been seen inside the Pike River Coal mine, indicating some of the 29 men killed in the mine may have survived the first blast.
Explosives fine for quarry (0) April 28, 2011 A man has been fined $10 000 for dangerously storing explosives.
Hire vehicle shortage hits mines (0) April 28, 2011 Car hire firms in Queensland say a shortage of vehicles is making it difficult to get miners to sites in the Bowen Basin.
Solomon Islands revoke Australian mining licence (0) April 27, 2011 The Solomon Islands Government says a prospecting licence granted to Axoim Mining is not valid after the minister was sacked.
WorleyParsons wins Fortescue port contract (0) April 27, 2011 WorleyParsons has been awarded the EPCM contract for Fortecue’s Anderson Point port expansion.
QLD farmers to fight bauxite exploration (0) April 27, 2011 Some Queensland farmers say a mining exploration company wants to access their properties for bauxite exploration.
Twiggy gets death threats over fight with WA community (0) April 27, 2011 Andrew “Twiggy” Forrest says he has received death threats over his company’s controversial debate with an Aboriginal community in Western Australia about mining on their traditional land.
Range River Gold enter administration (0) April 27, 2011 Range River Gold has been placed into voluntary administration today.
Queensland council consider new town for FIFO miners (0) April 27, 2011 Queenslanders would prefer a new town in the Isaac region over building serviced apartments and motels for FIFO miners.
New NZ mine could replace Pike River output (0) April 27, 2011 Hearings to determine if a mine project in New Zealand can go ahead will be held in June.
Body of Idaho miner recovered (0) April 27, 2011 The body of the miner trapped in an Idaho mine has been recovered, the company announced Monday.
Coal train kills Hunter man (0) April 27, 2011 An unladen coal train hit and killed a man in the Hunter Valley late yesterday.
Fire at Rio’s Hail Creek coal mine (0) April 27, 2011 A small fire broke out at Rio Tinto’s Hail Creek coal mine on Thursday.
First signs trapped Idaho miner may be alive (0) April 21, 2011 Small cameras have found an void in the rubble of the Idaho’s Lucky Friday silver mine, bringing mine rescuers the first sign in five days that he may still be ...
Port Waratah expansion approved (0) April 21, 2011 Port Waratah Coal Services have approved the final stage of expansion for its Kooragang coal terminal.
Swan using mining industry as budget “excuse” (0) April 21, 2011 Treasurer Wayne Swan has garnered criticism for warning revenue from the mining industry boom will fall short of expectations.
Controversial copper mine may re-open (0) April 21, 2011 Bougainville Copper is considering re-opening its copper in Papua New Guinea.
Xstrata to acquire copper in north west QLD (0) April 21, 2011 Xstrata has entered an agreement with Exco Resources Limited to acquire two copper tenements in north west Queensland for $175 million to expand production at its Ernest Henry Operation.
Mine rescue skills tested in SA (0) April 20, 2011 The reaction and responses of mine workers in South Australia will be put to the test with the South Australian Mines Emergency Response Competition next month.
New head of mining at CSIRO (0) April 20, 2011 The CSIRO has announced Jonathon Law as the new director of the Minerals Down Under Flagship.
Pike River operation cost police $11 million (0) April 20, 2011 The operation at the Pike River Coal mine has already cost police almost $11 million.
New blasting handbook released (0) April 20, 2011 The International Society of Explosives Engineers has released the 18th edition of the ISEE Blaster’s Handbook.
Aboriginal group labels miners predatory (0) April 20, 2011 Mining companies have been accused of circumventing Queensland Aboriginal heritage laws.
Gold Coast wants flights to mining towns (0) April 20, 2011 A Gold Coast airport boss says unemployment in the region could be solved by introducing flights from the city’s airport to key mining areas in regional Queensland.
Newcrest won’t make production targets (0) April 20, 2011 Newcrest Mining has reported a lower quarterly output and the company says the contributing factors include wet weather, declining ore grades and unrest on the Ivory Coast.
Centennial opens new Airly Coal mine (0) April 20, 2011 Centennial Coal has officially opened the Airly mine.
FMG’s reply to Yindjibarndi video (0) April 19, 2011 Fortescue Metals Group (FMG) has released its own perspective of the discussions it had with the Yindjibarndi people in Western Australia that has attracted wide spread media attention.
Tony Abbott wraps up Pilbara tour (0) April 19, 2011 Federal Opposition leader Tony Abbot will complete his tour of the Pilbara mining region in Western Australia today with a visit to BHP Billiton’s Mount Whaleback deposit.
Healthy breakfast can reduce lead poisoning (0) April 19, 2011 Eating a healthy breakfast could help lower the chance of lead poisoning in children, new research shows.
Leighton wins US$586 million mining contract (0) April 19, 2011 Leighton Holdings has been awarded a 66 month, US$ 586 million mining contract in Botswana.
Energy Resources warned not to cut corners at Ranger mine (0) April 19, 2011 Energy Resources Australia (ERA) has been warned against cutting corners in on environmental protection during the emergency shutdown of its Ranger uranium mine in the Kakadu National Park.
Rescuers still trying to reach trapped miner (0) April 19, 2011 Rescuers trying to reach a miner trapped in a silver mine in Idaho are making slow progress.
Centennial Coal begin central west consultation (0) April 19, 2011 A consultation group has been created to liaise between Centennial Coal and local communities for its Inglenook project.
Memorial centre to remember Pike River victims (0) April 19, 2011 The New Zealand government will donate $3.5 million towards a new events centre in Greymouth to pay tribute to the 29 men who died in the Pike River Coal tragedy ...
Rio Tinto gets credit upgrade (0) April 19, 2011 Standards and Poor have lifted Rio Tinto’s credit rating to A- from BBB+.
Injured QLD miner receives $864 000 (0) April 18, 2011 A drag line operator in Queensland has been awarded $864 000 in damages after he sustained a serious foot injury at work which caused him to lose his job.
“No go zone” being considered for Bylong Valley (0) April 18, 2011 The Bylong Valley Protection Alliance (BVPA) and the Mid-Western Regional Council have joined forces, calling for a ban on coal and coal seam mining in the Bylong Valley area.
Ramelius extends Wattle Dam gold mine (0) April 18, 2011 Ramelius Resources has announced it is extending operations at the Wattle dam underground gold mine to 2013.
Pike River contractor in receivership (0) April 18, 2011 A contracting company owed $58 000 by Pike River Coal has gone into receivership.
BHP unveil Port Hedland enviro study (0) April 18, 2011 BHP Billiton has released its environmental review for a new habour in Port Hedland.
WA indigenous land rights failing: expert (0) April 18, 2011 A professor from the Australian National University has weighed in on the controversy surrounding Fortescue Metals Group (FMG) and the Yindjibarndi Aboriginal community in Western Australia.
Mining royalties hands more to Victoria than WA (0) April 18, 2011 Victorians now get more money per person from mining royalties than West Australians due to GST distribution.
Mine worker to pay fine for 2009 accident (0) April 18, 2011 A miner with 40 years experience who accidentally ran over a co-worker three years ago will have to pay a fine, after already losing his career.
Bundaberg approves sand mining (0) April 18, 2011 Bundaberg has given the go-ahead for sand mining north of the city.
Nine Pike River executives laid off (0) April 15, 2011 Pike River receiver John Fisk says nine Pike River Coal executives were informed this week that they have been laid off.
Chinese hack Australian miners’ emails (0) April 15, 2011 Hackers have broken into Federal Parliamentary email accounts to gain access to emails between ministers and Australian companies mining in China.
Govt considering reform for skilled migration (0) April 15, 2011 Employers across Australia’s the resource industry has welcomed the confirmation from the Federal Government that it is considering a significant reform package to the skilled migration scheme.
OZ Minerals poaching QLD and WA miners (0) April 15, 2011 OZ Minerals has started an advertising campaign to entice miners to move to South Australia.
Community concerns heard in Upper Hunter (0) April 15, 2011 Coal producers in the Upper Hunter are listening to community concerns about the cumulative impact of mines in the region.
US investors turn to Pilbara (0) April 15, 2011 The US ambassador to Australia has stated that Western Australia’s Pilbara region is drawing attention as one of the best investment opportunities worldwide.
Fortescue forces gag order on native title meeting video (0) April 14, 2011 Fortescue Metals has reportedly threatened legal action to remove a video of its recent native title meeting in Roeburne.
33 000 workers needed in WA by next year (0) April 14, 2011 The skills shortage across resource and construction industries is continuing to worsen, with Western Australia alone needing to fund an extra 33 000 skilled workers by the end of 2012.
Cape Lambert drills out Leichardt copper (0) April 14, 2011 Tony Sage’s Cape Lambert Resources has begun drilling at the Leichardt copper project underneath the Mount Watson open pit.
Coal Mining TV Ep.2 [Video] (0) April 14, 2011 Spike TV has shown the second episode of its mining reality show – Coal.
Contractors want Pike River to liquidate (0) April 14, 2011 Unsecured former contractors at the Pike River Coal mine in New Zealand want to liquidate the company, saying it will give them the best chances of getting repaid quickly and ...
Curragh coal to be back in action (0) April 14, 2011 Wesfarmers have stated that the Curragh coal mine will be back to normal production soon.
BHP named most attractive employer (0) April 14, 2011 BHP Billiton is officially the most attractive employer in the mining and natural resources industry.
Moranbah rejects FIFO camp (5) April 14, 2011 Isaac Regional Council has knocked back BMA’s proposal for a construct a 2500 bed FIFO mining camp at its Caval Ridge coal mine, near Moranbah.
Rio Tinto reports lower production (0) April 14, 2011 Rio Tinto has reported a drop in production in the last quarter, as a result of recent weather conditions affecting mines and ports.
Barnett may ban “miners’ drug” (0) April 14, 2011 The West Australian Government may ban Konric, a legal synthetic cannabis, after reports of its use on mine sites.
Online mining tenement application lodging in WA (0) April 13, 2011 The West Australian Department of Mines and Petroleum has released its new electronic lodgement system.
Ranger mine suspension extended (0) April 13, 2011 Energy Resources Australia (ERA)’s Ranger mine operations continue to be suspended as a result of flooding across northern and eastern Australia.
Darwin Port faces copper spill prosecution (0) April 13, 2011 The Darwin Port Corporation is facing prosecution for a copper concentrate spill last year.
$800 million phosphate mine approved in Mt Isa (0) April 13, 2011 An $800 million mining lease in the Mount Isa area has been approved and is expected to create more than 1300 jobs and inject a further $200 million a year ...
FMG shipment down for March quarter (0) April 13, 2011 Fortescue Metals Group (FMG) has reported an 11.5 per cent decrease in the amount of iron ore shipped in the March quarter compared with the same period last year.
Ivanhoe Australia appoints Mike Spreadborough as new COO (0) April 13, 2011 Ivanhoe Australia has announced the appointment of Mike Spreadborough as its new chief operating office.
QLD residents raise creek pollution concerns (0) April 13, 2011 Residents in a north west Queensland town have expressed concerns of contamination to waterways if a mining company is given permission to divert a creek in the areas.
Miners high on legal drugs (0) April 13, 2011 Miners are reportedly taking synthetic marijuana, which can not be detected, while operating heavy machinery.
Iluka Resources revenue doubles (0) April 12, 2011 Mineral sands miner Iluka Resources has seen its revenue jump more than in the first quarter of 2011.
Dubbo-based airlink needs mining support (0) April 12, 2011 Campaigners for a Dubbo-based interstate air service say they have the backing of a national airline to run the flight operations.
Kingrose shuts down Way Linggo mills; cuts forecast (0) April 12, 2011 Kingrose Mining has been forced to shut down both its ball mills at the Way Linggo gold mine.
Stronger mining laws introduced in QLD (0) April 12, 2011 New compulsory reporting requirements have been introduced for petroleum and gas companies planning exploration and production.
Cat struggles to meet truck demand (0) April 12, 2011 Caterpillar is struggling to keep up with the demand for underground mining vehicles.
Puppy trapped 10m down mine shaft (0) April 12, 2011 In a story to warm your heart on this chilly Tuesday morning, a miner in the Eastern Goldfields and the beloved puppy he’d given up for dead have been reunited ...
Underground miner hurt in rock crush (0) April 12, 2011 A contract miner has been injured at Xstrata’s Ernest Henry copper mine.
UQ to create mine rehab bugs (0) April 11, 2011 The University of Queensland has awarded a funding to an initiative to deal with water technology issues in mining.
Underground safety inspection at Mount Gordon mine (0) April 11, 2011 The mines inspectorate and site management team have finished the assessments of Aditya Birla’s Mount Gordon mine following an underground collapse.
Campbell Newman re-evaluating QLD mining policies (0) April 11, 2011 The new LNP leader Campbell Newman has revealed he understands the fly- in, fly-out (FIFO) culture Moura is fighting against because he used to be one of them.
Leighton report massive loss (0) April 11, 2011 Leighton Holdings has downgraded its previous guidance from a profit of $480 million after tax to a loss of $427 million.
Gold miners demand better safety (0) April 11, 2011 Employees at the world’s largest gold mine have demanded better safety standards following more deaths on site.
Public opinion sought for Byerwen mine (0) April 11, 2011 The Queensland government is seeking public feedback on the proposed $1.5 million Byerwen coal mine in the state.
Emmerson Resources’ Australian first application of HeliTEM (0) April 11, 2011 Emmerson Resources have carried out the first Australian HeliTEM geophysical survey over the Tennant Creek Mineral Field.
Riversdale assets fast tracked under Rio Tinto control (0) April 11, 2011 Rio Tinto has announced plans to expand its presence in the foreign coking coal sector, after gaining formal control of Riversdale Mining.
Barminco wins Spotted Quoll underground contract; expands AUMS (0) April 11, 2011 Barminco has been awarded a $60 million underground mining services contract for Western Areas’ Spotted Quoll nickel mine.
Win the Brown Book (0) April 8, 2011 Your chance to win the International Brown Book plant and machinery operator log book.
Camberwell residents fight for Common (0) April 8, 2011 Residents of Camberwell in the Hunter are at loggerheads over mining in the common and say it will damage business and lifestyle in the region.
Abbot Point Coal Terminal up for sale (0) April 8, 2011 The Queensland Government is closing bids today for the sale of the Abbot Point Coal Terminal.
QLD songwriter labels Australian mining industry a “whore” (0) April 8, 2011 The mining industry has been called many things, but never has it been publically called a whore … until now.
ERA under pressure to close Ranger uranium mine in Kakadu National Park (0) April 8, 2011 Mining companies continue to be at odds with traditional Aboriginal land owners, this time in the world-heritage listed section of the Kakadu National Park in the Northern Territory.
Rio Tinto slams QLD Government over floods (0) April 8, 2011 Rio Tinto has criticised the Queensland Government over its lack of assistance for mines affected by the massive flooding.
Second coal mine application for Margaret River (0) April 7, 2011 Another application has been put forward to mine in Western Australia’s Margaret River region.
Wiluna mine will not close permanently: Magellan Metals (0) April 7, 2011 The Wiluna mine in Western Australia will not be closing permanently, according to the chief executive of the mine’s owner, Magellan Metals.
WA Aboriginal elder slams greenies against gas project (0) April 7, 2011 The Indigenous community of Western Australia is again upset over its treatment the government and, this time over opposition of a gas project on the coast.
Scientists discover new space mineral (0) April 7, 2011 Scientists have uncovered completely new minerals in meteorites uncovered from the Antarctic.
FIRB approves Sojitz investment into Lynas (0) April 7, 2011 The FIRB has approved investment by Sojitz and JOGMEC into rare earths miner Lynas Corporation.
Government will not pay for Pike River lawyers (0) April 7, 2011 The New Zealand government says it will not be funding the participation of receivers in the Royal Commission of Inquiry into the tragedy that killed 29 men.
Maritime strikes won’t affect regional ports, Patrick says (0) April 7, 2011 Rolling maritime strikes won’t stop regional Queensland ports, stevedoring company Patrick says.
Anglo American plans new coal mines (0) April 7, 2011 Anglo American CEO Cynthia Carroll has announced a $2.7 billion growth plan which will see the development of two new underground coal mines.
Legal issues at Pike River hearing (0) April 6, 2011 The preliminary hearing of the Royal Commission of Inquiry held yesterday was filled with emotion, including tears and a minute’s silence for the 29 lost men.
Mine dust exposure tested in WA kids (0) April 6, 2011 As the impacts of mining on communities continue to be debated, a university in Western Australia is taking steps to find out what they are and how they affect people.
WA Aboriginal community reject $10 million per year for land rights (0) April 6, 2011 Andrew ‘Twiggy’ Forrest remains locked in a battle with a Western Australian Aboriginal community over mining on traditional land.
Mining fatigue (0) April 6, 2011 Miners often have to sit for long periods of time with very limited variety in movement or posture when they operate heavy machinery or vehicles; this lack of movement often ...
The wild wild east (0) April 6, 2011 Miners are always searching for that latest underdeveloped province, but as the world grows smaller there are fewer and fewer places that are yet to be fully explored.
Magellan Metals halts Wiluna lead mine operations again (0) April 6, 2011 Magellan Metals have announced that it is again halting operations at Wiluna after finding lead outside of shipped bags.
Australia’s first 100% renewable energy-powered mine (0) April 6, 2011 In an Australian first, a Western Australian mining company is planning a mine completely powered by solar and wind power, in the next three years.
Ausdrill to raise $149m; hires Wal King (0) April 6, 2011 Ausdrill has annouced it is aiming to raise $149.5 million in capital and that Wal King has joined Ausdrill, taking on the role of deputy chairman.
Vale announce new CEO (0) April 5, 2011 Iron ore giant Vale have announced Murilo Ferreira will take over as its new CEO.
NZ Mining journalists’ take on Pike River (0) April 5, 2011 A resident of New Zealand’s West Coast and former coal mining journalist has provided some interesting thoughts on the November incident that killed 29 men and the subsequent Royal Commission ...
Blast fumes injure miners (43) April 5, 2011 More miners at BMA’s coal mines have been hospitalised following exposure to blast fumes.
Movers and Shakers: Russell Fountain, Finders Resources (0) April 5, 2011 Russell Fountain, Chairman of Finders Resources Ltd, has travelled the world, from Papua New Guinea to Fiji and America as a geologist.
NSW scrap Part 3A (0) April 5, 2011 Newly instated NSW Premier Barry O’Farrell has announced the scrapping of Part 3A of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act.
Pike River Royal Commission of Inquiry begins today (0) April 5, 2011 The Royal Commission of Inquiry into the deaths of 29 men inside the Pike River Coal mine will begin with a minute’s silence today.
WA drilling program draws in explorers (0) April 5, 2011 The West Australian Government’s latest drilling program has attracted 60 applications from companies eager to explore.
Mount Isa Expo opens (0) April 5, 2011 The Xstrata Mount Isa Expo kicks off today.
Upper Hunter mine plan should be first: Muswellbrook Mayor (0) April 5, 2011 Residents in the Upper Hunter are divided over the promises by Liberal and National parties to have at least one regional strategic plan for coal mining completed in the next ...
Queensland councils seeks cap on FIFO mining camps (0) April 5, 2011 The Isaac regional council is seeking to have a cap on FIFO mining camp construction.
BHP denies explosion at WA mine (0) April 5, 2011 BHP Billiton has denied claims from unions that a dangerous explosions occurred at its Nickel West Mount Keith mine today, saying it was actually a small fire.
New online forum launched to discuss skills shortage (0) April 4, 2011 A new online forum has been launched to discuss and deal with the issues of the skills shortage in the mining sector.
State govt heading in right direction: NSW Minerals Council (0) April 4, 2011 New South Wale’s new government has the expertise to handle the challenges in the state’s minerals sector, according to the leading industry body.
Mt Gibson ends Extension Hill agreement (0) April 4, 2011 Mount Gibson Iron has announced that it will terminate an agreement with Shougang Concord International.
Pricing carbon key focus: QRC (0) April 4, 2011 Government policies are standing in the way of economic development in north-west Queensland, the state’s leading industry body says.
David Cliff appointed director for minerals safety centre (0) April 4, 2011 Explosion expert Professor David Cliff has been appointed the director of the Minerals Industry Safety and Health Centre at the University of Queensland.
Maitland needs dust monitor, says Councillor (0) April 4, 2011 A Maitland councillor says the town is being neglected in air quality control readings, sending the message that governments don’t want to know about pollution.
Birla Mt Gordon underground collapse remediation (0) April 4, 2011 Aditya Birla has begun work to repair the underground collapse at its Mt Gordon mine.
Mining a “bright light” for economy (0) April 4, 2011 The Tasmanian Resources Minister says the mining sector is a bright light in the economy, and welcomed new developments at the official launch of a new venture in the state.
Rum Jungle dunny phosphate find (0) April 4, 2011 Rum Jungle has uncovered a potential phosphate mother load while digging a toilet.
South Australian explosives factory in the works (0) April 1, 2011 A three year feasibility study will be undertaken for a $350 million explosives factory at Port Bonython, in South Australia.
QLD mine goes pink for breast cancer awareness (0) April 1, 2011 A pink haul truck has been unveiled at a central Queensland mine in support of breast cancer.
Coal Mining TV [Video] (0) April 1, 2011 Catch Spike TV’s first episode of Coal – a coal mining reality show.
GR Engineering for $150 million IPO (0) April 1, 2011 GR Engineering Services is set to carry out Western Australia’s largest float this year.
Tinkler buys Knights with 97% approval (0) April 1, 2011 Nathan Tinkler has successfully taken ownership of the Newcastle Knights, with 97 per cent of the club’s members voting in favour of the mining magnate’s offer at an extraordinary general ...
Swick Mining wins new drilling contracts (0) April 1, 2011 Swick Mining Services have won a number of new drilling contracts.
Gold miners accuse government of using false data for mining tax (0) April 1, 2011 The gold mining sector has slammed the Federal Government’s new mine tax, saying it ignores the difficult task companies in the industry have.
Mt Morgan gold mine safe, Hinchliffe says (0) April 1, 2011 Queensland mining minister Stirling Hinchliffe has hit back at senator Barnaby Joyce, claiming the Mount Morgan mine “is managed to the highest environmental standards.”
Reed Resources to re-start Meekatharra gold project (0) April 1, 2011 Reed Resources expects to re-start mining at the mothballed Meekatharra gold project in Western Australia by late next year.
Centennial moves forward with Mandalong exploration despite council rejection (0) March 31, 2011 Wyong Councillors have again rejected Centennial Coal’s application for an access agreement to Council owned land at the waste disposal site at Buttonderry.
Centennial moves forward with Mandalong South exploration despite council rejection (0) March 31, 2011 Wyong Councillors have again rejected Centennial Coal’s application for an access agreement to Council owned land at the waste disposal site at Buttonderry.
Pike River formally for sale (0) March 31, 2011 The Pike River Coal mine, where 29 men perished in November, will formally be put on the market next week.
Rio Tinto’s claim delay Pilbara desal plant (0) March 31, 2011 A water rights dispute could delay the construction of the $370 million West Pilbara Desalination Plant.
Underground trucks and Kalgoorlie, with Jeremy Clarkson [Video] (0) March 31, 2011 Top Gear’s Jeremy Clarkson has a look at what is moving miners underground, and a brief look at the town of Kalgoorlie.
Barnaby Joyce warns of mine pit lake threat (0) March 31, 2011 Senator Barnaby Joyce claims the Queensland Government has failed to address the issue of contaminated water in a pit lake at the Mount Morgan gold mine.
Serious incidents at QLD mines jump (0) March 31, 2011 A report by the Queensland Government has shown an increase in serious incidents at mines and quarries in the state and found a quarter of the serious incidents involved fire.
Brown coal dewatering trials a success (0) March 31, 2011 Mantle Mining has announced the successful dewatering transformation of a bulk brown coal sample.
Woman sues mining company for sexual harassment (0) March 31, 2011 A Pilbara mine worker says she was told to accept sexual harassment in the workplace because it was a part of the mining industry.
BHP Olympic Dam project moves forward (0) March 31, 2011 BHP Billiton have announced that the Olympic Dam project has moved into the feasibility study.
NT Country Liberals change stance on mining (0) March 31, 2011 The Northern Territory Opposition has had a change of heart and reversed its opinion on uranium mining at the Angela Pamela deposit near Alice Springs.
WA mining industry worth $90 billion (0) March 31, 2011 Western Australia’s mining and petroleum industry has skyrockted in value since 2009, reaching a record $91.6 billion in 2010.
Barnett questions Commonwealth power on mining tax (0) March 30, 2011 WA Premier Colin Barnett has queried the Federal Government’s ability to withhold GST payments from states that increase mining royalties.
High reading sparks procedure change for Upper Hunter air quality procedures (0) March 30, 2011 A review into the procedures for checking equipment in the Upper Hunter Air Quality Monitoring Network is underway, following a false reading that sparked a health warning.
Mine leak affects Queensland graziers (0) March 30, 2011 A grazier in north-west Queensland claims waste leaking from a nearby mine has turned water on his property bright blue.
Greens fight Pilbara uranium mining (0) March 30, 2011 The Greens want the federal government to reject the proposal by Canadian company Cameco to mine uranium in Western Australia on environmental grounds and say they will fight the bid.
Thiess wins BHP Pilbara iron ore contract (0) March 30, 2011 Thiess has been awarded a $166 million contract for BHP Billiton’s Jimblebar iron ore mine.
Mine blasts breaks plates 1km away (0) March 30, 2011 A mine blast that exceeded limits at a mine in the New South Wales Hunter has broken plates in a home about a kilometre away, and mining giant Xstrata has ...
Minara aiming to boost female miner numbers (0) March 30, 2011 Minara Resources is looking to increase the number of women on its mines to address the skills shortage.
Rio’s bid for half of Riversdale stalls (0) March 29, 2011 The outcome of Rio Tinto’s bid for a majority stake in Riversdale Mining is expected to be announced today.
Mining mental health forum today (0) March 29, 2011 The Australasian Centre for Rural and Remote Mental Health is holding a forum in Perth today, focused on miner’s health and suicide prevention.