Mount Gibson wins default payout (0) August 18, 2010 Mount Gibson Iron Ore has been awarded damages after legal action against a Chinese steel mill that defaulted on sales contracts.
Striking miners consider pay proposal (0) August 18, 2010 Protesting miners at the Collinsville coal mine are considering new pay and work conditions.
Alcoa strikes plea deal on amended charges (0) August 17, 2010 Alcoa has negotiated a plea deal which has seen charges of pollution from its Wagerup refinery downgraded.
AMEC endorses Opposition exploration incentive plans (0) August 16, 2010 The Association of Mining and Exploration Companies (AMEC) has praised the Coalition’s plan to introduce a tax credit for investors in junior explorers if elected.
Auzex reports 450% resource increase (0) August 16, 2010 Auzex has announced an increase of its Bullabulling JORC resource by 450% to 1.98 million ounces of gold.
WA uranium race (0) August 16, 2010 The race is on to develop Western Australia’s first uranium mine as Canadian miner Cameco plans its development studies.
Coal strike on hold (0) August 13, 2010 Industrial action has been suspended at the Collinsville coal mine as workers meet with management.
Gold jumps above US$1200 (0) August 13, 2010 Gold has seen a return to form as the metal rose 1.5% to settle at US$1216.70 per ounce.
Gillard to create petroleum regulator (0) August 12, 2010 If re-elected, the Labor Government has pledged to set up a national off-shore petroleum regulator to ensure safety, Federal Resources Minister Martin Ferguson said.
Investigation into mine fatality (0) August 11, 2010 An investigation following the death of a miner last week will focus on the emergency shaft ladders where he died.
Chameleon scores Glory-bound deal with Cape Lambert (0) August 11, 2010 Cape Lambert Resources will help junior gold explorer Chameleon Mining obtain $6.5 million worth of funding, after the two companies reached a ‘strategic alliance’ yesterday.
Newcrest awards Mincom with MPA software contract (0) August 11, 2010 Software provider Mincom this morning announced a three-year, multi-million dollar deal with Newcrest to provide the Mincom Production Accounting (MPA) application.
Coal strike sees breakthrough (0) August 10, 2010 Miners striking at Queensland’s Collinsville coal mine will continue industrial action despite a breakthrough in negotiations.
Vale eyes coal expansion (0) August 10, 2010 Vale is looking to increase its coal production, with Australia as a potential centre for the expansion.
Williams makes unexpected exit from A1 Minerals (0) August 10, 2010 The managing director of gold explorer A1 Minerals, John Williams, has made a sudden departure from the company, tendering his resignation yesterday.
Company pleads guilty over miner’s death (0) August 9, 2010 A mining contractor has pleaded guilty to causing the death of miner at an open cut coal mine in the Latrobe Valley in 2006.
Unions lose Rio case (0) August 6, 2010 A Federal Court yesterday threw out a challenge to Rio Tinto’s iron ore operations non-union work place agreements.
Coal rail negotiations (0) August 5, 2010 The ACCC has granted approval for 16 coal miners to collectively negotiate with QR for access to its railways.
Policy Transition Group allowed to alter the MRRT (0) August 4, 2010 The Federal Government yesterday announced the terms of reference for the Policy Transition Group that will oversee the implementation of the Minerals Resource Rent Tax.
Arrests at mine strike (0) August 3, 2010 Two people have been arrested at a protest at the Collinsville coal mine in Queensland.
Testing under pressure (0) August 3, 2010 The development of a non invasive hydraulic hose pressure tester is making for a safer work environment.
Mt Isa lead levels defended (0) August 3, 2010 Mount Isa MP Betty Kiernan has supported the methods being undertaken to address high lead levels in children in the Queensland town.
Reduced profits for ERA (0) July 30, 2010 Energy Resources of Australia (ERA) this morning announced an 82% slump in after tax profits for the first half of the year compared to the corresponding period in 2009.
Minerals Council queries Victorian exploration amendment (0) July 29, 2010 The Victorian Division of the Minerals Council of Australia yesterday questioned whether a bill introduced to State Parliament would actually increase exploration.
No more UCG projects in Queensland until 2012, Stephen Robertson (0) July 29, 2010 The Queensland Government will not approve any more Underground Coal Gasification (UCG) projects until a study into the environmental feasibility of the industry is completed in 2012.
NSW missing out in MRRT Regional Infrastructure Fund, Williams (0) July 29, 2010 The New South Wales Minerals Council has called for clarity from the Federal Government on how much revenue from the Mineral Resources Rent Tax will be invested into the State’s ...
Xstrata reports production increases across most commodities (0) July 28, 2010 Xstrata has released its production results for the first half of 2010, reporting increased volumes in coking and semi-soft coal, refined nickel, zinc concentrate and lead concentrate.
WA Government aims to tackle Pilbara water demand (0) July 28, 2010 The Western Australian Government yesterday launched an Expression of Interest process to identify water sources in the West Pilbara.
Macarthur cancels CITIC transaction (25) July 27, 2010 Macarthur Coal has terminated its bid to acquire CITIC Resources’ stake in the Coppabella and Moorvale joint venture.
Miners seriously injured (0) July 26, 2010 Five miners were nearly killed on Friday after explosives misfired and detonated while they were only metres away.
New tax attacks (0) July 23, 2010 Anger has reignited over the newly proposed Mineral Resources Rent Tax.
QLD coal mine on hold (0) July 22, 2010 Tarong Energy has put its thermal coal project in Queensland’s South Burnett region on hold.
A fresh perspective of Western Australia (0) July 22, 2010 The mining sector is increasingly turning to satellite imagery to monitor the impact of their operations. Michael Mills reports.
Rio’s mining prisoners (0) July 21, 2010 Rio Tinto has offered prisoners from the Pilbara the opportunity to work at Cape Lambert Port.
World first commercial wireless initiating system (0) July 20, 2010 In an Australian Mining exclusive, we speak to Orica Mining Services about their revolutionary new fully wireless initiating system for blasting.
Phosphate expansion denied (0) July 19, 2010 A proposed phosphate mine expansion on Christmas Island has been refused by Environment Minister Peter Garrett.
Waking up to driver fatigue (14) July 19, 2010 An Australian company has designed a world-first technology to measure the drowsiness of heavy machinery operators during their shifts. Michael Mills reports.
Straightening out laser scans (0) July 19, 2010 MDL Australia has developed a new LIDAR scanning device designed to eliminate the complex calibration process and the errors that arise if done incorrectly. Michael Mills reports.
Funding for unique process to unlock nickel reserves (0) July 16, 2010 Nickel mining company, Direct Nickel, has received an injection of capital from the CSIRO Australian Growth Partnership program to work with CSIRO’s Minerals Down Under Flagship towards unlocking Australia’s nickel ...
Barnett pleads for magnetite exemption (0) July 16, 2010 West Australian premier Colin Barnett has pleaded with the Federal Government to exclude magnetite iron ore from the Mineral Resources Rent Tax.
Avoca upgrades its South Kalgoorlie resources by 174% (0) July 15, 2010 Avoca Resources has expanded the gold resource at its South Kalgoorlie operations by 2.9 million ounces, taking the total to 4.5 million ounces.
Data fusion key to the future (0) July 15, 2010 Australian Mining journalist Michael Mills spoke to Rio Tinto’s general manager of automation Andrew Stokes about the development of automated technology in the mining industry.
The future is blind (0) July 15, 2010 Blind shaft drilling can establish a ventilation shaft quickly without exposing workers to the risks of working underground. Michael Mills reports.
Xstrata to produce iron ore (0) July 14, 2010 Xstrata has announced that it will begin shipping iron ore within the next year.
Mine surveyors rescued after Goldfields plane crash (0) July 14, 2010 Two men carrying out an airborne mine survey in the Eastern Goldfields have been rescued after their plane crashed yesterday afternoon.
ERA boosts output (0) July 13, 2010 Energy Resources Australia has seen an increase in mining and processing in its second quarter results.
Study into new QLD coal export terminal (0) July 13, 2010 North Queensland Bulk Ports Corporation (NQBP) has given the rights to investigate the feasibility of a new port at Dudgeon Point.
Emeco exits civil infrastructure, focuses on mining (0) July 13, 2010 Emeco Holdings has announced plans to sell its Victorian infrastructure equipment rental business and focus its efforts on the mining industry.
Gillard promises not to expand mining tax (0) July 12, 2010 Prime Minister Gillard has given an election campaign sweetener to miners, promising to cap the minerals tax to iron ore and coal only, if re-elected.
Preventing digger downtimes (0) July 12, 2010 Non invasive component wear monitoring has cut costly downtimes.
Sky high surveying (0) July 12, 2010 A different approach to aerial surveying has changed the game.
Sundance bodies returning home (0) July 8, 2010 The bodies of the Sundance Resources executives killed in the Congo have flown out of the country.
Pilbara joint venture date suspended (0) July 8, 2010 The ACCC has suspended the ruling date for the planed merger of Rio Tinto and BHP Billiton’s Pilbara iron ore projects.
Minerals Resource Rent Tax a ‘good foundation,’ Nasser (0) July 7, 2010 BHP Billiton chairman Jac Nasser, in a letter to the company’s shareholders, yesterday described the Minerals Resource Rent Tax a “good foundation” for future taxation arrangements.
Griffin coal gets lifeline (0) July 7, 2010 Administrators of the failed Griffin Coal business have been given a $50 million lifeline as it searches for a buyer.
Xstrata Coal recommences Queensland coal projects (0) July 7, 2010 Following the restart of the Ernest Henry copper mine expansion last week, Xstrata yesterday announced it would resume $186 million worth of projects in Queensland in the wake of the ...
Work resumes after miners injured (0) July 6, 2010 Operations at Peabody Energy’s North Goonyella coal mine have resumed after it was shut down last week.
Resource developments in Western Australia (0) July 6, 2010 In the latest developments in Western Australia, the Duketon gold project will be completed ahead of schedule, Atlas Iron has found more iron at the Hercules project and FYI Resources ...
Ferguson, miners, butt heads in Perth (0) July 5, 2010 Resources Minister Martin Ferguson took part in vigorous debates at a business breakfast in Perth today, over the new Mineral Resources Rent Tax.
Galilee rail approved (0) July 5, 2010 Queensland has approved the construction of a $2 billion rail corridor to open up mining projects in the Galilee Basin.
Ferguson to meet with angry juniors (0) July 5, 2010 Resources minister Martin Ferguson is to meet with miners in Western Australia discuss the changes brought in by the Minerals Resources Rent Tax.
Mining tax slashed (0) July 2, 2010 The mining tax has seen a range of concessions granted by the Government following negotiations with Prime Minister Julia Gillard.
Xstrata resumes Ernest Henry expansion after tax concessions (0) July 2, 2010 Xstrata Copper this morning announced it will resume the expansion of the Ernest Henry copper mine in North Queensland, following the Federal Government’s agreement with the mining industry over the ...
Absence of Exploration Rebate in new tax is a loss, AusIMM (0) July 2, 2010 The Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy this morning voiced its disappointment that the Resource Exploration Rebate will not be part of the new Minerals Resource Rent Tax.
BHP, Rio keep rail from juniors (795) July 1, 2010 A decision by the Australian Competition Tribunal has seen BHP Billiton and Rio Tinto retain full access of their main Pilbara rail lines.
Karratha to become major Pilbara city (0) July 1, 2010 Western Australian Minister for Regional Development Brendon Grylls yesterday unveiled plans to transform Karratha in the Pilbara from a mining town into a major regional city.
Aurukun bauxite mine on the backburner (0) July 1, 2010 Chalco Australia, the local subsidiary of the Aluminium Corp of China, has allowed the development agreement with for the Aurukun bauxite project in North Queensland to lapse.
Underground mining accident (0) June 30, 2010 Two miners were injured at North Goonyella over the weekend following a shuttle car accident.
Atlas in talks with Chinese (0) June 30, 2010 Atlas Iron is in talks with Chinese steel maker Hebei Iron & Steel about its magnetite mine.
Jones resumes Gindalbie Metals chairmanship (0) June 30, 2010 Former-Gindalbie Metals chairman George Jones has been re-appointed to the position as a replacement for Geoff Wedlock, who was among the victims of the fatal aircraft crash in West Africa ...
Sundance victims come home (0) June 29, 2010 The bodies of the Sundance crash victims could be in Australia as soon as next week.
Lihir to de-list from TSX (0) June 29, 2010 Lihir Gold has announced that it will de-list from the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) due to a low take up of shares.
Coal mine strike (0) June 28, 2010 Miners at the Tahmoor colliery went on strike Friday over pay disagreements with operator Xstrata Coal.
Gillard to cut tax rate (0) June 28, 2010 In a sign of consensus in the mining tax dispute, Prime Minister Gillard has agreed to cut the proposed rate.
WA royalties invested in 233 regional development projects (0) June 28, 2010 Western Australian Regional Development Minister Brendon Grylls has announced more than $140 million worth of grants through the Royalties for Regions scheme.
Rio Tinto opens automated Pilbara Operations Centre (0) June 28, 2010 Rio Tinto today opened an automated hub which can control its rail systems, infrastructure facilities and port operations in Western Australia’s Pilbara region.
QR privatisation restricts coal chain (0) June 25, 2010 Asciano has claimed that the ongoing privatisation of Queensland Rail has stopped co-operation of coal chain logistics.
Swan a vulture, Palmer (0) June 25, 2010 Clive Palmer has slammed former Federal Treasurer Wayne Swan, saying he does not deserve the role of Deputy Prime Minister.
Greenlight for Roy Hill rail (0) June 24, 2010 Gina Rinehart’s Hancock Prospecting has received approval for the construction of a rail line from its iron ore project to Port Hedland.
Gillard pulls plug on mining tax ads (0) June 24, 2010 Gillard will scrap the $38 million advertising campaign in return for co-operation in discussions with the mining industry.
Gillard calls for open negotiations on RSPT (0) June 24, 2010 Newly instated Prime Minister Julia Gillard has made an open call for greater negotiations on the proposed Resources Super Profits Tax.
Regional royalties remain despite Pilbara payment (0) June 23, 2010 There will be no change in the division of royalty payments in Western Australia, despite the increase imposed on BHP Billiton and Rio Tinto.
Sundance crash investigated (0) June 23, 2010 Early investigations point to either pilot error or catastrophic structural failure as the cause of the Sundance plane crash.
Gindalbie signs US$1.2 billion loan for Karara (0) June 22, 2010 Gindalbie Metals yesterday secured a US$1.2 billion loan from a syndicate of Chinese banks to develop its $2.28 billion Karara iron ore project in Western Australia.
Royalty row ends (0) June 22, 2010 The state royalty dispute between Rio Tinto, BHP and the West Australian Government has been settled.
Missing miners confirmed dead (0) June 22, 2010 The plane containing the missing miners has been found, with no survivors.
Hopes fall for missing miners (0) June 21, 2010 The Australian mining industry is in shock after the entire board of miner Sundance Resources went missing during a flight over Cameroon.
Cat to produce mining shovels (0) June 18, 2010 Caterpillar has announced that it will begin producing a full line of large mining shovels.
Galaxy extracts first ore (0) June 17, 2010 Galaxy Resources has begun extracting ore from its Mt Cattlin spodumene project
Tax negotiations fail (0) June 17, 2010 Mining executives left Canberra no closer to a middle ground on the RSPT after consultation with the Federal Government this week.
CSG water disposal controls (0) June 15, 2010 The Queensland Government has introduced new rules for the treatment of water produced via coal seam gas extraction.
China eyes resource tax (0) June 10, 2010 Following in Australia’s footsteps, China is now considering increasing its resources taxes.
Infrared picture perfect (0) June 10, 2010 Dangerous infrared monitoring hazards can easily be avoided.
Scaling back (0) June 10, 2010 The addition of a laser profiler has allowed for more precise scaling then ever before. Cole Latimer reports.
Stacking the odds (0) June 9, 2010 3D modelling allowed for the completion of a 15 storey stacker from design to construction within 16 months.
Miners concerns real, Swan (0) June 7, 2010 The Federal Government has conceded the mining industry’s concerns are legitimate.
The Resource Exploration Rebate: real incentive or tax sweetener? (0) June 7, 2010 The Resource Exploration Rebate has received very little attention throughout the Super Profit Tax debate. Michael Mills reports on whether it will have any impact on exploration in the Pilbara.
New minister for NSW mining industry (0) June 7, 2010 NSW Ports and Waterways Minister Paul McLeay has been handed the State’s Mineral and Forest Resources portfolio, following the resignation of Ian Macdonald on Friday.
Super Profits Tax takes the low road to reform, Nikki Williams (0) June 7, 2010 The engine room of the Australian economy is under attack from the Federal Government’s new tax on the mining industry. NSW Minerals Council chief executive Dr Nikki Williams writes for ...
Aquila project approval streamlined (0) June 3, 2010 Aquila Resources has seen its West Pilbara iron ore project granted major project status by the Federal Government.
Super tax can not work in reality, Forrest (0) June 3, 2010 Treasury secretary Ken Henry believes that the mining tax will fail if financiers put no value on tax credits for projects that fold, Fortescue chief Andrew ‘Twiggy’ Forrest said.
Brockman looks to nearby rail (0) June 2, 2010 Brockman Resources is aiming to implement a deal with Fortescue Metals Group or Aquila Resources to develop its West Pilbara assets.
New Hope still eyeing Macarthur (0) June 1, 2010 New Hope has stated that it is still looking to acquire Macarthur Coal but has been unable to engage in talks.
Lady Annie sale approved (0) May 31, 2010 China Sci-tech Holdings has approved the acquisition of Cape Lambert’s Lady Annie mine
Hunter coal dust monitor controls suspended (0) May 28, 2010 Controls on the construction of new coal dust monitoring stations are to be suspended, accelerating their implementation.
Africa the new hotspot (0) May 28, 2010 Harbinger Capital has actively reduced investment in Australian miners as it turns its attention to Africa
Ammtec rejects Campbell bid (0) May 27, 2010 Minerals and metallurgy testing labs Ammtec have rejected a $123 million takeover offer from Campbell Bros.
BHP Roxby shaft repaired (0) May 27, 2010 BHP has repaired the damaged Clark shaft at Olympic Dam.
Queensland rail bid ‘ticks all the boxes,’ Roche (0) May 26, 2010 The Queensland Coal Industry Rail Group’s $4.85 billion bid for the State’s central coal track network “ticks all the boxes,” QRC chief executive Michael Roche said today.
RSPT the ‘best way to tax mining,’ Allan Fels (0) May 26, 2010 A group of 20 economists have endorsed the Federal Government’s Resource Super Profits Tax (RSPT), claiming it would lead to increased production.
Karara iron ore project caught ‘mid-stream’ by RSPT (0) May 25, 2010 The chairman of Gindalbie Metals, Geoff Wedlock, believes the company’s Karara iron ore project will be “caught mid-stream” by the Resource Super Profits Tax (RSPT).
Brockman Sinosteel deal not changed by RSPT (0) May 24, 2010 Brockman Resources has denied that the proposed super profits tax has changed its relationship with Sinosteel and the development of the Pilbara iron ore project.
Fear over uranium leaks (0) May 24, 2010 Concerns have been raised in the Kakadu area over pollution leaks from the Ranger uranium mine.
Automation and Remote Control (0) May 24, 2010 Australian Mining calls for editorial contributions to the July Automation and Remote Control feature.
Product Focus: Cranes and Lifting (0) May 24, 2010 Australian Mining calls for editorial contributions to the July Product Focus: Cranes and Lifting.
Rio BHP merger value cut by tax (0) May 21, 2010 The value of the Pilbara joint venture between Rio Tinto and BHP Billiton has been seriously slashed following the announcement of the mining tax, BHP says.
Changes considered to mining tax (0) May 21, 2010 The Government has stepped back on its push to implement the proposed Resources Super Profits Tax.
Fortescue expansion on hold (0) May 20, 2010 In a mining backlash, Fortescue has put its expansion plans on hold in protest of the new tax.
Quarry industry forces rethink of mining tax (0) May 19, 2010 The Federal Government has indicated it may not apply the Resources Super Profits Tax to high volume low value quarry products.
CITIC Pacific boss resigns (95) May 19, 2010 Managing director of CITIC Pacific, Barry Fitzgerald, has resigned.
Reed Resources in Barrambie talks (0) May 18, 2010 Reed Resources has announced it is in exclusive talks with Chinese firm Non-Ferrous Metal Industry’s Foreign Engineering and Construction to develop the Barrambie vanadium project.
Downer wins FMG contract (0) May 17, 2010 Downer EDI is finalising negotiations to supply services to Fortescue’s Christmas Creek mine.
Rio and BHP committed to merger (0) May 17, 2010 Rio and BHP have reaffirmed their commitment to the Pilbara joint venture despite the new mining tax.
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Clough launches CSG division (0) May 14, 2010 Engineering firm Clough has announced the creation of a coal seam gas division.
European debt fears drive gold price to record heights (0) May 13, 2010 The gold spot price hit a record high of US$1247.70 per ounce overnight as concerns over the European bailout package continued to gather steam.
Sino’s $1billion blowout (0) May 13, 2010 Increasing iron prices has seen a cost blow out of almost $1 billion at CITIC Pacific’s Sino Iron Ore project.
Boart appoints new chairman (0) May 11, 2010 Boart Longyear has announced the appointment of David McLemore as new chairman.
Peabody cuts Macarthur bid (0) May 11, 2010 Peabody has cut its bid for Macarthur on the back of the proposed mining tax.
Mincor confirms Miitel restart for June this year (0) May 10, 2010 Mincor Resources has flagged its intention to rapidly restart production at its Miitel nickel mine, despite the Federal Government’s recently announced Super Profits Tax on the mining industry.
State of play – Q&A with SACOME chief executive Jason Kuchel (0) May 10, 2010 Michael Mills spoke with the South Australian Chamber of Mines and Energy (SACOME) chief executive Jason Kuchel about the challenges facing the state’s mining industry.
Rio commits to Canada (0) May 7, 2010 Rio Tinto is expanding its Canadian iron ore operations a day after putting Australian operations on hold.
Mining tax overhaul ‘long overdue,’ Bernie Fraser (0) May 6, 2010 Former Reserve Bank Governor Bernie Fraser has come out in support of the Federal Government’s Super Profits Tax on mining, calling it “long overdue.”
Karara cost blowout (0) May 6, 2010 Gindalbie Metals has seen the cost of its Karara iron ore project increase 20%.
Rio shelves iron ore projects (0) May 6, 2010 Rio has announced it is shelving its iron expansion plans in the wake of the proposed mining tax.
Barnett to increase royalty rates (0) May 4, 2010 WA premier Colin Barnett will still increase mining royalty rates despite the announcement of the Federal Resources Super Tax.
Hockey dismisses Rudd’s mining reforms as a ‘tax grab’ (0) May 3, 2010 The Federal Government’s proposal for a 40% tax on mining company profits has been blasted by Federal Shadow Treasurer Joe Hockey and endorsed by two State Premiers.
Miners heap scorn on new profit super-tax (0) May 3, 2010 The mining industry has reacted angrily to the Federal Government’s decision to implement a 40% on resource company profits.
MacDonald calls for clarity on Resources Super Tax (0) May 3, 2010 Minister for Primary Resources Ian MacDonald has called on the Government for clarity on the Resources Super Tax at the NSW Minerals Council’s OH&S Conference today.
NSW wants ‘full run-down’ on mining tax reforms (0) May 3, 2010 NSW Resources Minister Ian MacDonald has told Australian Mining the State will be seeking clarity from the Federal Government on the Resources Super Tax.
Atlas wins final Wodinga approvals (0) April 30, 2010 Atlas Iron has announced it has received final approvals to commence mining at the Wodinga DSO Iron Ore project.
Pilbara juniors win rail fight (0) April 30, 2010 Pilbara juniors now have the right to negotiate access to the majors’ rail lines.
GEMCO sees spill backlash (0) April 29, 2010 GEMCO has been reprimanded by the NT Government following its iron ore spill last week.
Pirtek becomes Komatsu OE supplier (0) April 29, 2010 Pirtek has signed an agreement with Komatsu to become the Australian assembler and supplier for its hydraulic hoses.
Fortescue loses compensation battle (0) April 29, 2010 Fortescue has been forced to pay compensation to Zodiac Maritime following shipping disputes.
Fortescue trial to proceed (0) April 28, 2010 Fortescue will go to trial after a Perth court found no basis for its dismissal appeals following two deaths on site.
Down at the coal face (0) April 27, 2010 The CSIRO has actively tackled the problem of reducing coal dust in longwall shearing.
Catalpa Resources yesterday officially opened its Edna May gold mine in Westonia, Western Australia.
The entry deadline for the 7th Annual Australian Mining Prospect Awards has been extended until Friday, 27 August.
The mining sector is increasingly turning to satellite imagery to monitor the impact of their operations. Michael Mills reports.
Aquila Resources has estimated its Washpool hard coking coal project in Queensland’s Bowen Basin region will cost around $320 million to develop.
An Australian company has designed a world-first technology to measure the drowsiness of heavy machinery operators during their shifts. Michael Mills reports.
MDL Australia has developed a new LIDAR scanning device designed to eliminate the complex calibration process and the errors that arise if done incorrectly. Michael Mills reports.
Tailings recovery in the Bowen.
Australian Mining journalist Michael Mills spoke to Rio Tinto’s general manager of automation Andrew Stokes about the development of automated technology in the mining industry.
Blind shaft drilling can establish a ventilation shaft quickly without exposing workers to the risks of working underground. Michael Mills reports.
Non invasive component wear monitoring has cut costly downtimes.
A different approach to aerial surveying has changed the game.
In the latest developments in Western Australia, the Duketon gold project will be completed ahead of schedule, Atlas Iron has found more iron at the Hercules project and FYI Resources ...
Resources minister Martin Ferguson is to meet with miners in Western Australia discuss the changes brought in by the Minerals Resources Rent Tax.
A decision by the Australian Competition Tribunal has seen BHP Billiton and Rio Tinto retain full access of their main Pilbara rail lines.
Miners at the Tahmoor colliery went on strike Friday over pay disagreements with operator Xstrata Coal.
In a sign of consensus in the mining tax dispute, Prime Minister Gillard has agreed to cut the proposed rate.
Asciano has claimed that the ongoing privatisation of Queensland Rail has stopped co-operation of coal chain logistics.
Clive Palmer has slammed former Federal Treasurer Wayne Swan, saying he does not deserve the role of Deputy Prime Minister.
Atlas Iron it is on track to quadruple its Pilbara iron ore exports to six million tonnes per annum by the end of the year, after commencing mining at its ...
Mining executives left Canberra no closer to a middle ground on the RSPT after consultation with the Federal Government this week.
Dangerous infrared monitoring hazards can easily be avoided.
The addition of a laser profiler has allowed for more precise scaling then ever before. Cole Latimer reports.
3D modelling allowed for the completion of a 15 storey stacker from design to construction within 16 months.
The Resource Exploration Rebate has received very little attention throughout the Super Profit Tax debate. Michael Mills reports on whether it will have any impact on exploration in the Pilbara.
The engine room of the Australian economy is under attack from the Federal Government’s new tax on the mining industry. NSW Minerals Council chief executive Dr Nikki Williams writes for ...
Contractors and service providers in the Pilbara have voiced their concerns about the Resource Super Profits Tax and how it will impact their businesses. Michael Mills reports.
Monitoring the pulp and froth levels in flotation cells can improve the profitability of processing plants.
Stick-on magnifying lenses can help miners with deteriorating vision see clearly without comprising their safety. Michael Mills reports.
Sandvik has unveiled plans for a new line of down-the-hole hammer drill rigs at the 2010 Bauma Messe.
BOC is distributing a new range of portable gas detection instruments designed by German manufacturer Linde in Australia and New Zealand.
Treasury secretary Ken Henry believes that the mining tax will fail if financiers put no value on tax credits for projects that fold, Fortescue chief Andrew ‘Twiggy’ Forrest said.
Australian Mining calls for editorial contributions to the July Automation and Remote Control feature.
Australian Mining calls for editorial contributions to the July Product Focus: Cranes and Lifting.
Downer EDI is finalising negotiations to supply services to Fortescue’s Christmas Creek mine.
Rio and BHP have reaffirmed their commitment to the Pilbara joint venture despite the new mining tax.
A combination web-based software and field hardware is helping monitor fuel use and misuse on minesites. Michael Mills reports.
Michael Mills spoke with the South Australian Chamber of Mines and Energy (SACOME) chief executive Jason Kuchel about the challenges facing the state’s mining industry.
A group of gold explorers believe the historic Tennant Creek mining district may yet return to its former glory. Michael Mills reports.
The access conditions and user tariffs for Queensland’s new coal rail infrastructure being reviewed by the state’s industry watchdog. Michael Mills reports.
The needed development of the red centre’s infrastructure will keep the territory rising while other states fall
Pirtek has signed an agreement with Komatsu to become the Australian assembler and supplier for its hydraulic hoses.
Fortescue has been forced to pay compensation to Zodiac Maritime following shipping disputes.
The CSIRO has actively tackled the problem of reducing coal dust in longwall shearing.
An environmental services firm has developed a method to measure the affects of longwall mining surface subsidence.