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FMG threatens High Court action (0) November 17, 2011 Fortescue Metals Group chairman Andrew Forrest says he will announce within a month whether he will launch legal action against the Government over the mining tax.
US workers could be fast-tracked to Aussie mines (0) November 17, 2011 United States President Barack Obama is considering moves to fast-track visa applications for US workers to fill jobs in Australia’s mining industry.
Centennial Coal’s Awaba colliery to close (0) November 17, 2011 Centennial Coal has announced that it will close its Awaba underground coal mine in December.
BHP approves Orebody 24 development (0) November 17, 2011 BHP Billiton have approved US$822 million for the development its Orebody 24 iron ore mine.
Mining Hall of Fame suspends operations (0) November 16, 2011 The Australian Prospectors and Miners Hall of Fame will suspend operations from next month.
Australian standards higher: Pike River inspector (0) November 16, 2011 Australian mine inspectors have a “much better picture of what’s happening” than those in New Zealand, according to the former Pike River inspector.
Minerals Council backs mining tax (0) November 16, 2011 The Minerals Council of Australia has given qualified approval to the mining tax and says it is in line with an agreement Julia Gillard struck between resources giants last year.
Carcinogen leak not serious: Orica boss (0) November 16, 2011 Orica chief executive Graeme Liebelt says a spray of carcinogenic hexavalent chromium onto Stockton in August should not be considered “serious”.
Emeco hire and rental highlights potential South American move (0) November 16, 2011 Mining equipment hire and rental company Emeco has signaled a potential move into Chile.
WA mine mapping world first (0) November 16, 2011 Western Australia has released the world’s largest satellite derived geosciences map.
WA FIFO numbers skyrocket (0) November 16, 2011 Fly-in-fly-out workers using Perth airport have surged beyond the previous 2007-08 boom period, new figures show.
Newcastle Port asks miners to cut back production (0) November 16, 2011 Port Waratah Coal Services has requested that coal miners cut sales this quarter as the Hunter Valley Coal Chain struggles.
Resourceful Women: Spotlight on gender diversity in the mining sector [blog] (0) November 16, 2011 The resources sector is no different than any other male dominated industry, where attracting and retaining women in non-traditional roles and developing women to senior leadership roles is a difficult ...
Reassessing after FIFO roster changes [blog] (1) November 15, 2011 All FIFO families should regularly reassess how they’re coping with the lifestyle – and there’s no better time than when confronted with a change in roster, writes Mining Family Matters’ ...
Mine boss smears dust on face, pretends to have escaped from exploded mine (0) November 15, 2011 A mine boss has been arrested by Chinese police after he smeared coal dust on his face to pretend he had been in the shaft where 34 miners died last ...
Mine strikes continue on Christmas Island (0) November 15, 2011 Industrial action on Christmas Island is continuing, as miners demand a pay raise that the company says it can not afford.
Coal of Africa may face criminal charges (0) November 15, 2011 Australian listed miner Coal of Africa could be facing criminal charges over alleged environmental transgressions.
Promise you’re not a prostitute: mine motels tell women (0) November 15, 2011 Single women booking into some motels in north Queensland mining towns are being asked to sign statements promising not to sell sex from their room.
No time line for Margaret River coal mine decision (0) November 15, 2011 LD Operations and Margaret River residents might have to wait until next year before a decision on the proposed Vasse coal project is given.
Gillard pushes to sell India uranium (0) November 15, 2011 Julia Gillard is set to drive a move to reverse ALP policy and overturn a 30-year ban on selling uranium to India.
Indigenous apprentices graduate from MMG Century program (0) November 15, 2011 Ten new apprentices and trainees have graduated from MMG Century’s revamped Indigenous pre-employment program.
Job fears for Orica plant (0) November 14, 2011 Orica has not ruled out shedding jobs following the total shutdown of its Kooragang Island plant after the latest ammonia leak.
Month long work roster change angers miners (0) November 14, 2011 Employees of Bechtel have voiced their anger after being told their roster is changing from 10 days on, four off, to 28 days on, seven days off from next ...
Gillard slams mine chiefs over skilled immigration (0) November 14, 2011 Prime Minister Julia Gillard has slammed mining companies for demanding more overseas workers while parts of Perth have double digit unemployment levels.
BMA seeks to end strikes (0) November 14, 2011 The BHP Billiton Mitsubishi Alliance is offering more meetings with the Single Bargaining Unit in an attempt to end the long running industrial dispute.
Austin wins dump truck body contract (0) November 14, 2011 Austin Engineering has won a significant contract for the supply of dump truck bodies in Chile.
Mining approvals labelled “corrupt” (0) November 14, 2011 Former Western Australian Environmental Protection Authority chief Barry Carbon has labelled the state’s mining project approval system as “corrupt”.
Australian mining company worker murdered in the Philippines (0) November 14, 2011 A mine monitoring inspector has been shot to death in the Philippines.
Marathon to sue SA Gov over mining ban (0) November 14, 2011 Marathon Resources has commenced legal action against the South Australian Government over its decision to ban mining at Arkaroola.
Roof collapse shuts down Anglo coal mine (0) November 14, 2011 Anlgo American’s Moranbah North coal mine has suffered a roof collapse over its conveyor drift.
Coal explosion kills 20 miners (0) November 11, 2011 At least 20 workers are dead and 23 others are trapped underground following a blast in a China coal mine.
Court rules against ConsMin (0) November 11, 2011 The Federal Court of Australia has ruled against the claims made by ConsMin, ruling in favour of OM Holdings.
CSG is necessary for food security, former Deputy PM says (0) November 11, 2011 Australia’s former deputy Prime Minister, John Anderson, has weighed in on the debate over coal seam gas and food safety, saying it is essential for security to mine the resource.
Pike River coal charges laid (0) November 11, 2011 After nearly a year, charges have been laid over the Pike River Coal mine disaster.
Embattled Duralie coal mine gets approvals (0) November 11, 2011 The Duralie open cut coal mine has received approval for extensions.
Legal woes move from bad to worse for Lynas (0) November 11, 2011 In more bad news for Lynas Corporation, the company is facing being stripped of its claim to rare earths tenements in the small African nation of Malawi.
Caterpillar buys out Chinese manufacturer (0) November 11, 2011 Caterpillar has struck a deal to buy Hong Kong-listed ERA Mining Machinery for US$887 million, in a move aimed at clawing back more of China’s lucrative mining industry.
The top 19 LinkedIn Groups for mining (0) November 11, 2011 As a follow up in its ‘social media content series’ Mining IQ decided to research the world of LinkedIn activity specific to mining and resources, counting down the top 19 ...
Angry Malaysian Government rebukes Lynas (0) November 10, 2011 The Malaysian Government has publicly slammed Lynas Corporation and issued it with a reprimand over actions it says have pre-empted the Government’s licensing approval.
BHP Barrier Reef funding (0) November 10, 2011 BHP Billiton has pledg BHP Billiton has pledged to provide funding to protect the Great Barrier Reef.ed to provide funding to protect the Great Barrier Reef.
Dredging protestor makes bail (0) November 10, 2011 A protestor opposing liquefied natural gas developments in Gladstone Harbour has made bail after his arrest yesterday afternoon.
Australia China coal mine safety project to expand (0) November 10, 2011 Minister for resources and energy Martin Ferguson and China’s minister of state administration, Luo Lin, have celebrated the success of the Australia-China Mine Safety Demonstration Project.
BDO hits out at Swan over mining tax (0) November 10, 2011 BDO Accounting has hit back at Treasurer Wayne Swan’s criticism of its mining tax study, and says its claim the tax is unfair still holds true.
NSW Labor backflips on CSG (0) November 10, 2011 The New South Wales Labor party has back-flipped on its coal seam gas policy and called for the suspension of all exploration licences.
Mining women initiative launched (0) November 10, 2011 Australia Women in Resources Alliance has been launched to increase women’s participation in the mining industry.
Ammonia leak sends two to hospital (0) November 10, 2011 Another chemical leak at the embattled Kooragang Island chemical plant has seen two people taken to hospital.
Treasure mining, don’t bleed it [blog] (0) November 9, 2011 The mining industry is Australia’s standout performer and saving grace, writes Peter Costello in The Age.
Peabody executives head down under (0) November 9, 2011 Two of Peabody Energy’s top global executives will be relocated to Brisbane as the company’s Australian business grows stronger.
Swan rubbishes Forrest’s mining tax critique (0) November 9, 2011 Treasurer Wayne Swan has rubbished a study by BDO Accounting released last week that Fortescue Metals Group chairman Andrew Forrest used to argue against the mining tax.
Boom’s longevity questioned following weak statistics (0) November 9, 2011 Recent drops in iron ore and coal shipments and sliding commodity prices have mining analysts questioning how long the mining boom will last.
Thousands sign anti-CSG petition (0) November 9, 2011 Hunter Valley coal seam gas protestors yesterday presented a petition with thousands of signatures to the New South Wales parliament.
FIFO overworking local health and police services (0) November 9, 2011 The massive influx of fly-in-fly-out workers in Queensland’s coal regions is drastically overworking health and police services, according to a new study by KPMG.
BHP funding strikes fears for education (0) November 8, 2011 The WA State School Teachers Union and ALP have raised concerns over the corporatisation of education following reports of a $6.8 million BHP Billiton education sponsorship.
Kanmantoo copper mine complete (0) November 8, 2011 Hillgrove Resources have announced that its Kanmantoo Copper mine project is complete and commissioning has begun.
Shady mining donations under the spotlight (0) November 8, 2011 Mining giants Nathan Tinkler and Santos are today facing scrutiny over some of their large donations to political and community entities.
Newcrest to issue $1000 million in bonds (0) November 8, 2011 Newcrest Mining is raising US$1000 million after a successful issue of corporate bonds.
Mining town women take challenge to Kloppers (0) November 8, 2011 A delegation of women representing Moranbah, Emerald, Blackwater, and Dysart have invited BHP head Marius Kloppers to visit their towns to see how the boom is affecting the region.
WA cracks down on gold mining thefts (0) November 8, 2011 The WA Department of Mines and Petroleum is launching a state-wide operation to crackdown on a spike in gold thefts from mining tenements.
Mine regulations relaxed ahead of QLD storm season (0) November 8, 2011 Environmental regulations have been relaxed to help Queensland miners prepare for more difficulties this wet season.
Greens claim Fortescue damaging Aboriginal sites (0) November 8, 2011 The Greens are urging the Federal Government to act on claims that Fortescue is damaging Aboriginal heritage sites in the Pilbara.
457 visa reform win for mining, AMMA says (0) November 7, 2011 A revision of the 457 visa program is a win for Australian workplaces, according to resources industry employer group AMMA.
Experts still confident Lynas will deliver (0) November 7, 2011 Deutsche Bank analyst Levi Spry says he is sticking by his “buy” recommendation for Lynas Corporation despite its troubles in Malaysia.
Foreign ownership dominates mining industry: RBA (21) November 7, 2011 The Reserve Bank of Australia says Australia is benefiting less from the second resources boom because of the high level of imported goods.
Hitachi build mining equipment factory (0) November 7, 2011 Hitachi is planning to construct their third mining equipment factory in Japan.
Sex workers strike it rich in mining towns (0) November 7, 2011 Fly-in-fly-out prostitutes working in cashed up mining towns in Queensland and Western Australia are making more money in a day than miners do in a week.
Mining tax needs safeguards for junior miners, BDO says (0) November 7, 2011 Research on the mining tax has reinforced the need for the inclusion of safeguards for smaller miners to make the tax fair, BDO says,
Policy on the run has opposition in disarray over mining tax [Blog] (0) November 7, 2011 The mining tax has left not only the Government in a spin, but has also knocked the Opposition’s plan as well, Phillip Coorey writes.
Court throws out Palmer suit (0) November 7, 2011 The NSW Supreme Court has thrown out an application by Gladstone Pacific Nickel shareholder Robert Pearce to sue mining billionaire Clive Palmer.
Gujarat NRE gets approval for Wongawilli coal expansion (0) November 4, 2011 The NSW Planning Assessment Commission has approved Gujarat NRE’s planned upgrade and expansion of its NRE Wongawilli coal mine.
Miners don’t want temporary accommodation: union (0) November 4, 2011 The United Mine Workers Union says workers in western New South Wales don’t want to live in temporary accommodation.
BC Iron fills first cape size ship (0) November 4, 2011 BC Iron’s Nullagine iron ore joint venture with Fortescue Metals has filled its first full cape size ship.
Santos boss slams Windsor’s CSG stance (0) November 4, 2011 Santos chief executive David Knox says key independent Tony Windsor’s call for a moratorium on coal seam gas does not make any sense.
Forrest’s Fortescue to fight tax (0) November 4, 2011 Andrew ‘Twiggy’ Forrest is funding a High Court battle against the mining tax.
New study contradicts Greens’ CSG claims (0) November 4, 2011 A new report commissioned by the Australian Petroleum and Production Exploration Association has challenged claims by the Greens about the environmental merits of coal seam gas.
UQ sets up CSG centre (0) November 4, 2011 The University of Queensland is creating centre focused on coal seam gas research.
QRC call for more earth science education (0) November 4, 2011 The Queensland Resources Council is pushing for the education sector to increase focus on earth science education in classrooms.
Ferguson is a CSG sell-out: Greens (0) November 3, 2011 Greens Senator for NSW Lee Rhiannon says federal resources minister Martin Ferguson’s allegiance rests with the mining industry and not the Australian people.
Australia and China depend on each other: Rudd (0) November 3, 2011 Australia and China need each other more than any other of their bilateral partners, according to Foreign Minister Kevin Rudd.
Christmas Island miners join detention centre strike (0) November 3, 2011 Miners from Christmas Island’s phosphate mine have joined workers from the detention centre in a week long strike.
Chinese miner abandons QLD coal plans (0) November 3, 2011 A Queensland conservation group is claiming a win after state-owned Chinese miner Shenhuo International Group abandoned coal exploration south of Toowoomba.
Ban CSG in QLD’s Scenic Rim: Newman (0) November 3, 2011 Queensland Liberal National Party leader Campbell Newman says mining and coal seam gas developments should be banned in the state’s Scenic Rim.
Kurri Kurri smelter slashes jobs (0) November 3, 2011 Around 50 jobs are set to be cut at the Kurri Kurri aluminium smelter as it struggles under a high Australian dollar, contract problems, the carbon tax, and falling aluminium ...
Gov to fast track 457 visas (12) November 3, 2011 The Government is looking to attract more skilled overseas workers by fast tracking changes to the 457 visa system.
Rio expands automated truck fleet (3) November 2, 2011 Rio Tinto has added another 150 automated trucks to its Mine of the Future program after signing an agreement with Komatsu.
Uranium protestors march into Perth (0) November 2, 2011 Around 50 protesters walking under the banner of Walk Away from Uranium Mining have arrived in Perth rallying against uranium in Australia.
Marathon launches FOI request over mining ban (0) November 2, 2011 Explorer Marathon Resources has lodged a freedom of information request over the mining ban imposed on the Arkaroola sanctuary by the South Australian Government.
COAL SEAM GAS SALT EXTRACTION PLANT IN SOUTH AUSTRALIA (0) November 2, 2011 The GE and Penrice Consortium, which brings together GE and Penrice Soda Holdings have announced an agreement with Australian coal seam gas producer QGC to design, build and operate a ...
Lobby group jumps in to stop mining tax (0) November 2, 2011 A new anti-mining tax group, Eureka 2011, is calling on the Gillard Government to put the Mineral Resources Rent Tax on hold until it undergoes a more comprehensive review ...
Most Aussies don’t benefit from the boom: Poll (0) November 2, 2011 The Government will today introduce the mining tax to parliament, boosted by new polls indicating most voters think normal Australians aren’t benefiting from the mining boom.
WA uranium exploration boom (0) November 2, 2011 The size of Western Australia’s uranium industry has grown exponentially, almost quadrupling in the last four years.
AGL removes anti-CSG signs (0) November 2, 2011 AGL has been criticised for removing anti coal seam gas signs from outside a vineyard it controversially acquired earlier this year.
Greens push for gold as mining tax heads to the table (0) November 2, 2011 The Greens have again pushed for gold to be included under the mining tax, as it moves into parliament today.
BHP approve Caval Ridge coal mine (0) November 2, 2011 BHP Billiton has finally approved the development of the Caval Ridge coal mine and the expansion of the Peak Downs coal mine.
Mining tax to deliver $500bn boost, Ferguson says (0) November 1, 2011 The Mineral Resources Rent Tax will provide $500 billion to Australian by 2035, resources minister Martin Ferguson has said.
Gas supply to miners too cheap: Santos (0) November 1, 2011 Santos says major miners on the east coast should no longer expect to enjoy a cheap supply of natural gas.
More CSG means more mental disorders: psychiatrist (0) November 1, 2011 A psychiatrist has told the NSW Government inquiry into coal seam gas he expects the rate of mental disorders to rise as a result of the industry’s expansion.
Gina Rinehart’s Kevin’s Corner coal project EIS released (0) November 1, 2011 The Queensland Government has released the environmental impact statement for the Kevin’s Corner coal project.
Windsor issues Govt with mining tax ultimatum (0) November 1, 2011 Key independent Tony Windsor says he will only support the Government’s mining tax if there are tougher rules for coal seam gas projects on farmland.
Lend Lease begins work on Wiggins Island coal terminal (0) November 1, 2011 Lend Lease announced that an Abigroup joint venture has begun work on Stage 1 of the Wiggins Island Coal Export Terminal.
China coal imports to rise following mine deaths (0) November 1, 2011 Supply from Chinese coal mines may be disrupted as the country reels from the deaths of 28 miners over the weekend.
Underground gold miner killed (0) November 1, 2011 An underground mining has been killed at Medusa Mining’s Co-O gold mine in the Philippines.
Kooragang plant’s brown plumes worries residents (0) November 1, 2011 Newcastle residents have raised concerns of plumes of nitrogen dioxide coming from a Kooragang Island nitric acid plant.
Lynas Malaysian rare earths plant to see delays (0) October 31, 2011 Lynas has announced that delays in the construction of the Malaysian Lynas Advanced Materials Plant means that it is unlikely first feed to kiln will occur until early next year.
Explosion kills 28 miners (0) October 31, 2011 A gas explosion at a coal mine in central China has killed 28 miners and left another trapped.
Miners surge ahead with record investments (0) October 31, 2011 Deloitte Access Economics’ quarterly investment measure is today expected to throw further weight behind the Government’s push for a mining tax.
Eastern Star approves $924 million Santos takeover (0) October 31, 2011 Eastern Star Gas shareholders approved a $924 million takeover bid from coal seam gas rival Santos on Friday.
BHP looks at coal exploration in Cloncurry (0) October 31, 2011 BHP Billiton subsidiary Queensland Coal Investments is looking at coal exploration in the Cloncurry and McKinlay shires.
Incitec to talk to locals regarding ammonium nitrate plant plans (0) October 31, 2011 Newcastle residents will meet with Incitec Pivot in regards to its planned ammonium nitrate plant at Kooragang Island.
FMG will appeal Pilbara rail ruling (0) October 31, 2011 The High Court has granted Fortescue Metals Group leave to appeal a decision prohibiting it from accessing Rio Tinto and BHP Billiton’s Pilbara rail lines.
Boart to expand mine water services (0) October 31, 2011 Boart Longyear has announced plans to grow its mine water services into the Asia Pacific region.
Payments by miners to be more transparent (0) October 28, 2011 Resources minister Martin Ferguson says Australia will trial an international program that publishes company payments and Government revenues from mining.
Genocide claims against Rio Tinto reinstated (0) October 28, 2011 A US federal appeals court has reversed the dismissal of genocide and war crime charges against Rio Tinto by landowners in Papua New Guinea.
Murchison Metals co-founder quits (0) October 28, 2011 Murchison Metals co-founder Paul Kopejtka has quit the board of the company after being axed from his role as executive chairman several months ago.
Urine tests fail workers, AMWU says (0) October 28, 2011 A plan by Caterpillar to use urine based drug and alcohol tests for its Burnie manufacturing plant in Tasmania is “outdated and inaccurate,” according to the Australian Manufacturing Workers’ ...
Swan says mining tax is good to go (0) October 28, 2011 Treasurer Wayne Swan will today reveal new economic modelling showing the benefits that will flow from the mining tax.
Coal miners allowed collective negotiations for Dudgeon Point (0) October 28, 2011 The ACCC has granted interim authorisation for coal miners to collectively negotiate with Dudgeon Point terminal management.
Self contained mining town labelled ‘ridiculous’ (0) October 28, 2011 The Queensland Planning and Environment Court’s approval of a ‘self contained mining community’ may set a dangerous precedent, a local council claims.
Rio mining technology sees visit from Royals (0) October 28, 2011 Rio Tinto’s Mine of the Future technology saw a visit from the Duke of Edinburgh prior to the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Perth.
JSF manufacturer targets mining sector to cover defence loss (0) October 28, 2011 UK-based defence company, BAE Systems, is targeting Australia’s manufacturing for mining sector as a possible growth area to supplement its income.
Former Tomago boss facing extradition over international fraud (0) October 27, 2011 Former general manager of Tomago Aluminium Bruce Hall is facing extradition following an international bribery and money-laundering investigation.
Rinehart warns of “excessive” regulation (0) October 27, 2011 Billionaire iron ore heiress Gina Rinehart used her address to the Commonwealth Business Forum in Perth yesterday to warn of the dangers of excessive regulation and skills shortages.
PM urges manufacturers to take mining jobs (0) October 27, 2011 The Prime Minister claims the future of Australian manufacturing is in the mining industry, and has offered $1.2 million of grants to help companies form ties with mining projects.
More mining options for girls (0) October 27, 2011 Young women in Queensland’s north west will hear from female miners today at the 4Girls2 Professional Pathways showcase.
Rio warns of African nationalisation (0) October 27, 2011 Rio Tinto chief Tom Albanese has stepped into the African mining nationalisation debate, saying royalties are better for countries than direct ownership.
BHP Olympic Dam inquiry a “complete joke”: Greens (0) October 27, 2011 The inquiry set up by South Australia’s parliament to examine the Olympic Dam agreement with BHP Billiton is a farce, according to the Greens.
QRC renew call for strategic land use investigation (0) October 27, 2011 The Queensland Resources Council (QRC) has called on the QLD Government’s proposed strategic cropping land legislation to reflect all the available scientific advice.
Reports I back CSG are wrong and misleading: Flannery (0) October 26, 2011 Climate Commission chief Tim Flannery said yesterday a report by The Australian that he was a “backer” of the coal seam gas industry was wrong and a misrepresentation.
Australia labelled one of the worst for sovereign risk (0) October 26, 2011 Australia is one of the worst countries in the world for sovereign risk, according to AngloGold Ashanti CEO Mark Cutifani.
Queensland towns shun mining protections (0) October 26, 2011 Eight regional councils in Queensland have shunned temporary government protections from mining.
Newcastle coal ship queues to increase (0) October 26, 2011 Coal ship queues outside of Newcastle are set to rise to more than 50 for the first time in two years
Queries over BHP’s $20 billion shale gas play (0) October 26, 2011 One of the world’s largest resource investment managers, BlackRock, has accused BHP Billiton of keeping its investors in the dark over its $19 billion move into shale gas.
Magellan lead levels safe in latest tests (0) October 26, 2011 The latest lead tests at the Leonora rail yard have found no traces above accepted standards.
Oxfam welcomes mining aid initiative (0) October 26, 2011 The launch of an Australian mining initiative, which supports aid and environmental organisations in developing countries, has been welcomed by Oxfam.
Double edged sword of E&R boom [Blog] (0) October 25, 2011 Recently Freehills hosted 80 guests from the energy & resources industry at a Gala Dinner preceding the AMPLA Conference, with Key Note Speaker Shadow Minister for Energy & Resources, the ...
AusGroup wins Rio Tinto construction contract (0) October 25, 2011 AusGroup subsidiary AGC Industries has won a contract to build a pilot plant at Rio Tinto’s Brockman 4 mine.
Rumours of takeover offer for New Hope (0) October 25, 2011 India’s third largest steel producer, JSW Steel, is reported to be considering a bid for coal miner New Hope Corporation.
Miners face big challenges: Tim Flannery (0) October 25, 2011 Australia’s mining industry is facing some of the hardest challenges in its history, according to Professor Tim Flannery.
Coal miner under fire for tracking sediment (0) October 25, 2011 Coal & Allied have come under increased scrutiny from the Government after its haul trucks were found to be tracking sediment on to public roads.
Caterpillar exceeds profit expectations (0) October 25, 2011 Caterpillar said yesterday demand for mining and construction equipment was strong, with the company announcing a third-quarter profit rise of 44 per cent.
SAFETY SHOW SYDNEY STARTS TODAY (0) October 25, 2011 The 2011 Safety Show Sydney will focus on workplace safety management.
Rio Tinto bows to Chinese pressure (0) October 25, 2011 Rio Tinto appears to have bowed to Chinese pressure to lower iron ore prices, announcing yesterday it would be shifting to shorter-term pricing on some contracts.
Acid train derails (0) October 25, 2011 Emergency services are in the fourth day of clean up following the derailment of a train carrying acid near Cloncurry.
Pacific National launches new locomotives as part of Anglo American deal (0) October 25, 2011 Pacific National has released the first two of its 18 locomotives that will be delivered as part of two new ten year coal haulage contracts.
Orica announce former Newcrest head as new CEO (0) October 25, 2011 Orica have announced former Newcrest Mining chief Ian Smith will replace existing head Graeme Liebelt as the new managing director and CEO.
Aquila’s Washpool Coal signs rail agreement (0) October 24, 2011 Aqulia Resources has announced the signing of a rail agreement with QR National, for its Washpool Coal project.
Geologists hit out at proposed ASX changes (0) October 24, 2011 Australian geologist favour a ‘principles’ approach instead of a ‘prescriptive’ approach in regards to the proposed JORC reporting changes proposed by the ASX.
Mining tax may be in doubt (0) October 24, 2011 The mining tax may be in doubt as a key politician in its move forward is “still to be persuaded” of its merits.
Calls for balance on strategic land use planning (0) October 24, 2011 The NSW Minerals Council has called on the Government to strike a balance in strategic land use planning and to provide certainty.
Rio Tinto cans indigenous support fund (0) October 23, 2011 Rio Tinto says it will be shutting down its 16 year-old fund supporting projects fighting indigenous social disadvantage in Australia.
Recovery from Queensland floods longer than expected: Treasury (0) October 23, 2011 Queensland’s coal mines are still struggling from high water levels, but iron ore and thermal coal production in New South Wales is strong, according to the Treasury.
Rio Tinto waste water will grow desert crops (0) October 23, 2011 Western Australia’s environmental watchdog has approved Rio Tinto’s plans to use excess mine water to grow grazing crops for its little-known cattle operations in the Pilbara.
Cancer treatment looks to iron ore (0) October 21, 2011 Iron ore may be soon draw more than an economic benefit for Australians, with WA-based The Helicon Group planning to use the resource to treat cancer.
Cockburn Cement “complacent” over health concerns (0) October 21, 2011 A year long Parliamentary inquiry into Cockburn Cement has found the company was complacent towards complaints by the community about dust and odour emissions.
Rio Tinto’s corporate actions demonstrate nuclear energy does have a rosy future [Blog] (0) October 21, 2011 Gavin Wendt, director at resources financial services firm Mine Life, discusses the future of uranium for potential investors.
Bird may halt Palmer’s billion dollar Waratah Coal project (0) October 21, 2011 The development of Clive Palmer’s billion dollar Waratah Coal project in Queensland is under threat following the discovery of an endangered bird in the area.
Dress your salad with fracking chemicals: Origin boss (0) October 21, 2011 $Dress your salad with fracking chemicals: Origin boss$ According to Origin Energy managing director Grant King you can dress a salad with one the key chemicals used in fracking and drink or wash in most of the others.
Oakajee rail corridor approved (0) October 21, 2011 The West Australian Government has approved the 570km rail corridor which will open up the Mid West iron ore region.
WA welcomes NSW pulling out of national OH&S harmonisation (0) October 21, 2011 West Australian commerce minister Simon O’Brien has welcomed the news that NSW will not implement the national OH&S laws.
Sandvik launch Australian website (0) October 21, 2011 Sandvik Mining and Construction have launched a website for the Australian and Pacific region.
Bligh should resign over CSG: Alan Jones (0) October 20, 2011 Alan Jones has called on Queensland Premier Anna Bligh to be sacked over her handling of the coal seam gas industry.
Court hears Palmer was “perfectly upfront” over Yabulu (0) October 20, 2011 The NSW Supreme Court heard yesterday that Clive Palmer had been “perfectly upfront” in his dealings with Gladstone Pacific Nickel over the Yabulu refinery.
Lynas shares plunge following Malaysian annoucement (0) October 20, 2011 Lynas Corporation’s share price plunged 16 per cent in ten minutes yesterday after the Malaysian Government said it had not granted the company a licence to import its ore.
Cat delivers first former Bucyrus machine (0) October 20, 2011 Six weeks after finalising its acquisition of Bucyrus, Caterpillar has shipped its first hydraulic mining shovel in Cat yellow from a former Bucyrus factory.
Chinese rare earths giant halts production to ramp-up prices (0) October 20, 2011 Yesterday China’s largest rare earth producer began a one month suspension of processing operations in order to drive up falling rare earth prices.
Miners at risk from protestors, BHP say (0) October 20, 2011 BHP Billiton staff have been told to hide anything that may identify them as part of the company due to apparent safety risks from anti-uranium protestors.
NT uranium workers still not on national register, Greens say (0) October 19, 2011 Uranium miners in the Northern Territory are still not on the National Radiation Dose Register, Greens senator Scott Ludlam says.
Aussie miners set to suffer as Brazil undercuts prices (0) October 19, 2011 Australia’s largest iron ore producers are being squeezed by the combination of Chinese steel makers demanding lower iron ore prices and Brazil miners selling at discounted rates to steal market ...
Palmer blamed for “hijacked” BHP deal (0) October 19, 2011 Mining magnate Clive Palmer may be forced to share the profits from his Yabulu nickel refinery after he “hijacked” a deal between Gladstone Pacific Nickel and its former owner BHP ...
Research funding does not have to equal industry bias [Blog] (0) October 19, 2011 There is common assumption that those of us who undertake applied research with the commercial world must be biased.
Lead Alliance releases healthy eating book (0) October 19, 2011 The Living with Lead Alliance will have recipe and healthy eating booklets at its community information sessions next month in Mount Isa.
Illawarra rail ‘missing link’ pushed forward (0) October 19, 2011 Prime Minister Julia Gillard has announced an extra $25.5 million for the Maldon to Dombarton rail link to assist the mining sector.
BHP to face inquiry over Olympic Dam (0) October 19, 2011 The minor parties of South Australia’s Parliament have succeeded in pushing for an inquiry into BHP Billiton’s massive Olympic Dam project.
Xstrata delivers strong quarterly growth (0) October 19, 2011 Xstrata was yesterday the latest miner to deliver strong results for the September quarter, with high commodity prices driving growth.
Opposition against Central Coast coal mine renews (0) October 19, 2011 Opposition to the proposed Wallarah 2 coal project has risen again following the potential revival of the project.
Sandvik to open Hunter Valley manufacturing facility (0) October 18, 2011 Sandvik Mining and Construction have announced that it will soon open a manufacturing, assembly, research and development, and distribution centre near Newcastle.
Job fears for Rio Tinto smelters (0) October 18, 2011 The Australian Workers’ Union has called on the prospective owners of Rio Tinto Aluminium to guarantee the job security of workers at its aluminium smelters and refineries.
NSW Government won’t identify CSG spots (0) October 18, 2011 New South Wales minister for resources and energy Chris Hartcher has refused to detail where coal seam gas extraction might take place in NSW.
Lynas slams “factually wrong” rare earth claims (0) October 18, 2011 Lynas Corporation has denied that ore from its Mount Weld project in Western Australia will be shipped to Malaysia by the end of October.
Coal train kills man in QLD (0) October 18, 2011 A man has been hit by a coal train at a rail crossing in south east Queensland.
BHP may face delays for Olympic Dam (0) October 18, 2011 BHP Billiton may face delays in getting approvals for its Olympic Dam expansion, as minor parties in the South Australian Parliament push for an inquiry into the project.
Central Coast coal mine back on the agenda (0) October 18, 2011 The massive Wallarah 2 coal project has been revived, with backer Korean Resources seeking approval from the NSW state government.
Arkaroola mining permanently banned (0) October 17, 2011 South Australia Premier Mike Rann has made a visit to the Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary to mark the introduction of laws to permanently ban all mining in the area.
National park slated for BHP mining (0) October 17, 2011 Part of the proposed national park near Campbelltown has been handed over to BHP Billiton for coal mining.
NSW women encouraged to find work in mining (0) October 17, 2011 An information hub encouraging young women to get involved in the industry will feature at the Australian National Field Days exhibition near Orange this week.
Anti-CSG protesters gather across Australia (0) October 17, 2011 Thousands of protestors rallied across Australia over the weekend in opposition to the coal and coal seam gas industry.
Macmahon win Tavan Tolgoi coal contract (0) October 17, 2011 Macmahon Holdings have been awarded a contract for coal mining at the massive Tavan Tolgoi mine in Mongolia.
Rio to divest Australian alumina assets (0) October 17, 2011 Rio Tinto has announced it will divest its interest in its Australian and New Zealand aluminum assets.
Memorial pays tribute to QLD miners (0) October 17, 2011 A memorial in Collinsville has capped off a month of state wide official commemorations held to pay tribute to more than 1450 miners who have died in Queensland since mining ...
BMA workers plan more strikes (0) October 17, 2011 Workers at the BHP Billiton Mitsubishi Alliance’s (BMA) coal mines have planned more industrial action after last week rejecting the miner’s employment contract offer.
Workers reject latest BMA offer (0) October 14, 2011 Unionised workers at BHP Billiton operated BMA coal mines in Queensland have rejected the company’s new employment offer.
Ferguson denies secret uranium talks with India (0) October 14, 2011 Federal Resources Minister Martin Ferguson has denied he is in secret talks to sell Australian uranium to India.
Prawners demand BHP cover losses (0) October 14, 2011 The South Australian prawn industry has called for compensation from BHP Billiton if commercial losses are caused by mishaps at the Point Lowly desalination plant.
Strong quarterly results for Rio Tinto (0) October 14, 2011 Results from Rio Tinto’s third quarter production report indicate the company is on track to breaking last year’s record $US 14.32 billion profit.
No one to blame in mine truck driver death (0) October 14, 2011 An investigation has no one is to blame in the death of a mining truck driver who died of dehydration in Western Australia’s northern Goldfields.
Illegal gold mining more of a threat than cocaine, Colombian gov says (0) October 14, 2011 Illegal gold mining is growing as the next major threat to Colombia’s security after its crackdown on the drug trade has forced criminals to look for new opportunities.
APPEA slams Lock the Gate submission as “grossly inaccurate” (0) October 13, 2011 The APPEA has again slammed Lock the Gate as providing false and misleading information about coal seam gas to the Government and public.
Gov under fire for 100% Caval Ridge FIFO (0) October 13, 2011 Queensland Mining Communities president Kelly Vea Vea says Queensland MPs need a backbone check after allowing BMA to use a 100 per cent FIFO workforce at Caval Ridge mine.
Online geologist education campus created (0) October 13, 2011 The Australian Institute of Geologists and EduMine will establish an ‘online campus’ to provide geologists access to development resources.
Biggest cheers for carbon tax are from competitors: QRC (0) October 13, 2011 The passage of the carbon tax through the lower house yesterday will come as good news to Australia’s mining competitors, according to Queensland Resources Council chief executive Michael Roche.
Top ten mining blogs (9) October 13, 2011 A list of the top nine mining blogs, compiled by Mining IQ and Australian Mining.