Hitachi added to list of ThoroughTec simulators (0) April 13, 2022 Hitachi Construction Machinery has partnered with ThoroughTec Simulation to provide its equipment operators with access to world-class training simulators.
First Quantum makes moves at Ravensthorpe (0) April 13, 2022 First Quantum Minerals has proposed to expand its Ravensthorpe nickel operation in southwestern Australia, adding 220ha to the footprint of the Shoemaker-Levy orebody.
Epiroc has decarbonisation on the menu (0) April 13, 2022 Epiroc has entered into partnerships with SSAB and BluVein to speed up the mining industry’s shift to decarbonisation.
WA program to tap into demand for drillers (0) April 13, 2022 A new short course is being piloted with the Western Australian resources sector to meet strong demand for drillers in the state.
Siemens celebrates 150 years with series of immersive travel experiences (0) April 12, 2022 Siemens is celebrating 150 years of innovation on Australian soil with the Beyond 150 Competition, a unique series of monthly competitions that will take winners to some of Australia’s most dynamic ...
NT exploring for the future (0) April 12, 2022 The Northern Territory is being explored more than ever thanks to Geoscience Australia’s $225 million Exploring for the Future program.
Orica and H2U turn Gladstone green (0) April 12, 2022 Orica has announced a partnership with H2U Group to initiate the first phase of its proposed H2-Hub Gladstone project in Queensland.
CEO sentiment rising in QLD resources sector (0) April 12, 2022 Queensland executives are preparing for a bumper growth period in the resources sector despite concerns around skills shortages, according to a QRC survey.
Lynas manages disruptions for massive March (0) April 12, 2022 Lynas Rare Earths has seen records tumble in its March quarterly report, as production levels returned to pre-pandemic levels in some areas.
BHP rewards SCEE with further works (0) April 12, 2022 South Cross Electrical Engineering (SCEE) has won $50 million in contracts with BHP in Western Australia’s Pilbara region.
Pembroke gets Olive Downs moving (0) April 11, 2022 Pembroke Resources has begun construction at the $1 billion Olive Downs steel-making coal project in Queensland’s Bowen Basin, which is set to create 1000 new local jobs.
WA sees future in clean energy across sectors (0) April 11, 2022 More than $11 million will be offered to 7 regional projects in the second round of the WA Government’s Clean Energy Future Fund.
Bowen brings Bluff online (0) April 11, 2022 Bowen Coking Coal has begun mining operations at the Bluff coal mine in Queensland, with HSE Mining performing an early works program on a three-year contract.
Australian Mining recognises Women in Industry (0) April 8, 2022 The Women in Industry Awards presentation evening was held in Melbourne last night in recognition of the outstanding women in the industrials sector.
Australian Mining partnered with the Women in Industry ...
AusProof aluminium range gets a boost (0) April 8, 2022 AusProof’s research and development team has continued to diversify its range to give the industry an even greater product selection of electrical cable couplers and components.
Rio Tinto relieves Rusal of Queensland Alumina stake (0) April 8, 2022 Rio Tinto has taken full ownership of the Gladstone alumina refinery in Queensland, relinquishing UC Rusal’s 20 per cent stake and removing any Russian interest in the operation.
ABB to build hoist for Prominent Hill (0) April 8, 2022 ABB will design and supply its highest payload Koepe production hoist to OZ Minerals’ Prominent Hill mine in South Australia.
Skills shortage concerns majority of WA resource businesses (0) April 8, 2022 More than 90 per cent of Western Australian businesses in the resources sector have identified skill shortages as a barrier, according to the latest report from the WA Chamber of ...
AusIMM and BPEQ recruit engineers (0) April 8, 2022 The AusIMM and the BPEQ are working together to promote registration for engineers in the resources sector.
Decmil builds lithium sector with Covalent, Talison (0) April 8, 2022 Decmil has won two construction contracts to expand its footprint in the Western Australian lithium sector, securing a combined $34 million with Covalent Lithium and Talison Lithium.
FLSmidth and AVEVA digitise mining (0) April 8, 2022 FLSmidth and AVEVA have signed a global partnership to deliver cutting-edge digitally-enabled solutions and services to the mining industry.
acQuire gives EnviroSys a facelift (0) April 7, 2022 acQuire has reimagined its environmental data management solution with a new release to improve user experience. Introducing, EnviroSys 9.
Rio Tinto reveals leaps in economic returns (0) April 7, 2022 Rio Tinto contributed $14.8 billion in taxes and royalties to the Australian Government and communities where it operated during 2021, up 66 per cent on the previous year.
Eriez: Advancing mining for 80 years (0) April 7, 2022 Eriez is a world leader in magnetic separation, flotation, metal detection and material handling equipment technology.
Red 5 KOTH goes back underground (0) April 7, 2022 Red 5’s King of the Hills gold project remains on track for first gold production after recommencing underground mining on March 31.
Curtin’s mining course second best in the world (0) April 7, 2022 Curtin University is the top Australian and second global university for mineral and mining engineering for the sixth year in a row.
New mines needed in Victoria by 2030: MCA (0) April 7, 2022 The Victorian mining industry had an economic output of $1 billion in 2020-21, sustaining more than 4700 full-time jobs, according to a report commissioned by the Minerals Council of Australia ...
BHP leverages Liebherr for South Flank mining muscle (0) April 7, 2022 BHP has partnered with Liebherr to power its R 9600 excavator fleet at the South Flank iron ore mine in Western Australia, reducing maintenance and standardising parts.
WA Bill to simplify transfer of prospecting licences (0) April 7, 2022 Red tape and inefficiencies relating to prospecting licences will be reduced in Western Australia, with the State Government introducing the Duties Amendment Bill 2022 as part of the upcoming budget.
Mineral Resources responds to global lithium demand (0) April 6, 2022 Mineral Resources will increase production from its Wodgina and Mt Marion spodumene mines in response to unprecedented global lithium demand.
Major miners set sail for iron ore green corridor (0) April 6, 2022 Rio Tinto and BHP have signed a letter of intent to assess the development of an iron ore Green Corridor between Australia and East Asia.
BHP renews 24-hour power for Nickel West (0) April 6, 2022 BHP has signed a power purchase agreement with Enel Green Power, securing 100 per cent renewable energy for three major nickel operations in Western Australia.
Minister makes call on Bundaberg coal proposal (0) April 6, 2022 Queensland Resources Minister Scott Stewart has refused Fox Resources’ application for a mineral development licence to further the company’s exploration for coal north of Bundaberg, citing the decision was based ...
WA skills summits to boost regional workforce (0) April 6, 2022 The WA Government has hosted 10 regional skills summits across the state progressing practical actions to address workforce needs.
Northern Territory guides mineral exploration (0) April 6, 2022 Mineral explorers in the Northern Territory can now access a new guide designed to make exploration simpler and more attractive to investors.
Movers & shakers: The month’s mining developments (0) April 5, 2022 Keep up with the latest developments in Australian mines, including at the Thunderbird mineral sands, Dartbrook coal, and Kalgoorlie nickel projects.
WesTrac makes noise suppression its own (0) April 5, 2022 WesTrac has bolstered its noise suppression capabilities with the acquisition of Hushpak Engineering, an Australian manufacturer for the mining, manufacturing and construction industries.
Rio launches record recruitment campaign (0) April 5, 2022 Rio Tinto is seeking its biggest ever intake of 450 Australian students for its 2023 Graduate and Vacation program, more than four-times the total of the 2022 program, with Western ...
Sandvik adds Toro LH208L to its range (0) April 5, 2022 Sandvik adds the Toro LH208L loader to the Toro family, designed to operate efficiently in conditions where working height is limited.
Moxa unveils next-gen industrial networking solutions (0) April 5, 2022 A leader in industrial communications and networking, Moxa, has announced the launch of its next-generation industrial Ethernet switches, the EDS-4000/G4000 Series.
Whitehaven expands Narrabri until 2044 (0) April 4, 2022 Whitehaven Coal has received approval to extend its Narrabri coal mine from the New South Wales Independent Planning Commission, adding 82 million tonnes to its extraction plans.
Mineral export tariffs eliminated with India agreement (0) April 4, 2022 The resources sector will be one of the main beneficiaries after the Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement was officially signed, making exports to India cheaper and creating huge new ...
Prominent Hill hoisting shaft upgrade to extend mine life (0) April 4, 2022 OZ Minerals has made the decision to increase the hoisting shaft capacity under construction at Prominent Hill to 6.5 million tonnes per annum, up from the previous 6Mtpa.
Iluka approved for $1.2bn processing powerhouse (0) April 4, 2022 Iluka Resources’ Board has approved phase three construction of its Eneabba rare earths refinery in Western Australia, allowing the company to process its own and third-party material.
Coal communities confident in royalties return (0) April 1, 2022 The New South Wales Parliament has passed legislation giving the Royalties for Rejuvenation Fund an expert panel to guide the use of funds through coal mining communities.
Stanwell signs on QLD renewables statement (0) April 1, 2022 Stanwell Corporation has added its signature to the Central Queensland Statement of Cooperation which sees it join Rio Tinto, Orica and Alpha HPA in unlocking renewable opportunities.
Research to extract battery metals from tailings (0) April 1, 2022 Research from the University of South Australia (UniSA) could transform the way rare earth elements and other vital battery metals are recovered from the earth, enabling safer extraction with fewer ...
Perenti’s Barminco makes Jumbo donation (0) April 1, 2022 Perenti Group’s underground mining service company Barminco has donated a ‘Jumbo’ development drill to South Metropolitan TAFE in WA.
Weir Minerals digitises wear monitoring (0) April 1, 2022 Weir Minerals is launching Synertrex IntelliWear, a new digital wear monitoring system for spools and hoses in slurry pipelines.
FIFO workers get $6m in mental health support (0) March 31, 2022 The Government will provide $6 million to MATES in Construction to boost support for the mental health and wellbeing of remote workers.
Austral’s Anthill hauls first ore (0) March 31, 2022 Queensland copper producer Austral Resources announces first ore haulage from its new Anthill mine to the Mt Kelly processing plant.
Bowen Coking Coal gets environmental win (0) March 31, 2022 Bowen Coking Coal’s Isaac River project in the Bowen Basin has been granted a site-specific Environmental Authority from the State Government.
Thiess gets $300m renewal in Indonesia (0) March 31, 2022 Thiess has been awarded a $300 million three-year contract renewal at Harum Energy’s Mahakam Sumber Jaya coal mine in Indonesia.
Weir Minerals, XMPro partnership to maximise data analysis (0) March 30, 2022 Weir Minerals has announced a new partnership with XMPro which will enable intelligent equipment and services, as well as support miners to achieve higher performance while also reducing the environmental ...
India signs MoU for lithium and cobalt (0) March 30, 2022 The Federal Government has signed a detailed MoU with India to identify lithium and cobalt mineral assets.
CDE thickens its range with AquaCycle A2500 (0) March 30, 2022 CDE has launched its new AquaCycle A2500 thickener, the latest addition to its top-of-the-line water management and recycling systems.
Kal Tire wheels in Roy Hill (0) March 30, 2022 Kal Tire announced it has earned a five-year contract to provide tyre management and maintenance services at the Roy Hill mine in WA.
Orexplore signs on with Wiluna Mining (0) March 30, 2022 Perth-based mineral scanning technology company Orexplore Technologies will deliver site-based drill-core scanning services for Wiluna Mining at its namesake gold operation in Western Australia as part of a $170,000 purchase ...
Budget to boost critical minerals sector (0) March 30, 2022 Measures in the 2022-23 Federal Budget worth more than $250 million will build stronger regions and strengthen Australia’s critical minerals sector to become more globally competitive, according to Minister for ...
BHP backing AusIMM for the long haul (0) March 29, 2022 BHP and AusIMM have expanded their partnership at a time when professional development in the resources industry has never been more important.
NT launches international strategy (0) March 29, 2022 The Northern Territory Government has launched its new International Engagement Strategy aiming to expand its global reach.
Epiroc introduces new blasthole drill (0) March 29, 2022 Epiroc introduces the DM30 XC blasthole drill that is suitable for a variety of multi-pass rotary and down-the-hole drilling applications.
Qld miners dig deep to support flood victims (0) March 28, 2022 Queensland resources companies have donated millions of dollars towards relief efforts to help people in flood-affected parts of the state.
Boosting Apprenticeships boosted once more (0) March 28, 2022 The Federal Government has extended two apprenticeship support programs following their success in welcoming more than 385,000 apprentices to get a start in their chosen field.
The backbone of WA living: Resources survey (0) March 28, 2022 The CMEWA has commissioned a survey of the WA resources sector, finding a direct $100 billion economic contribution in 2020–21.
St Barbara slowly overcomes COVID at Simberi (0) March 28, 2022 St Barbara has more than halved its gold production target at the Simberi gold mine in Papua New Guinea, as a COVID-19 outbreak comes back under control.
Westgold puts staff first as COVID impacts operations (0) March 25, 2022 Increasing COVID-19 cases in Western Australia have caused staffing problems for miners with Westgold Resources and Wiluna Mining reporting operations impacted by quarantined workers.
Orica crushes material measurement with new FRAGTrack (0) March 25, 2022 Orica has developed FRAGTrack Crusher, a blast fragmentation technology using artificial intelligence (AI) for material measurement during truck tipping.
Rinehart and Twiggy top Australia’s rich list again (0) March 25, 2022 Australia’s top 10 richest people of 2022 have been revealed with mining magnate Gina Rinehart topping the list for the second year in a row.
Plotlogic catches the eye of BHP, Google investors (0) March 25, 2022 PlotLogic, a mining technology start-up, has raised $25 million to support its OreSense geological mapping technology, benefitting customers such as BHP, Anglo American and Glencore.
Port of Dampier set for new multi-user wharf (0) March 25, 2022 Pilbara Ports Authority (PPA) has sought expressions of interest for the design and construction of a new wharf at the Port of Dampier in Western Australia.
Karara seeks 2050 expansion (0) March 24, 2022 Karara Mining has proposed to expand its namesake iron ore project in Western Australia, with a new mine life to 2050 and a production rate of 37Mtpa
Gold leads exploration expenditure in the NT (0) March 24, 2022 Mineral exploration expenditure in the Northern Territory is booming with figures from the December quarter up 38 per cent to $45.1 million on the previous period in 2020.
Thunderbird is go with GR Engineering deal (0) March 24, 2022 GR Engineering has won a $179.5 million contract with Kimberley Mineral Sands for a processing plant at the Thunderbird operations in WA.
Follow the leaders: This month’s executive movements (0) March 24, 2022 Keep up with the latest executive movements across the mining sector, including at DRA Global, Schlam and Gold Industry Group.
Engineering group DRA Global managing director and chief executive officer Andrew ...
Sandvik to trial 3D printing for machine parts (0) March 24, 2022 Sandvik and Boliden are conducting a small-scale trial of 3D manufactured parts that will be installed on underground drill rigs.
Weir Minerals and AVEVA band together (0) March 24, 2022 Weir Minerals, a leading supplier of equipment and services to the mining industry, and AVEVA, a global leader in industrial software, driving digital transformation and sustainability, have signed a digital ...
SensOre, Unico sign for upscaled exploration tech (0) March 23, 2022 SensOre has signed with Unico to commercialise its mining exploration technology which improves success rates using artificial intelligence.
Engineering skills shortage solution (0) March 23, 2022 Engineers Australia is providing free, fast-tracked skills assessments as part of a Government incentive to address the skills shortage.
Mincor gets first nickel from Cassini (0) March 23, 2022 Mincor Resources has achieved another first development ore intersected on schedule at the new Cassini nickel mine in Western Australia.
Haslett succeeds Bell as Schlam chairperson (0) March 23, 2022 Perth-based mining company Schlam has appointed David Haslett as its new board chairperson, effective from February 1, 2022.
Used equipment back in vogue: Report (0) March 23, 2022 Used equipment sales have skyrocketed in a range of industries over the past 12 months, as tightened supply chains saw buyers getting competitive for locally sourced machines.
Alien lands on the Munni Munni (0) March 23, 2022 Alien Metals has moved to secure one the Australia’s largest platinum group element (PGE) bodies with the 100 per cent acquisition of the Munni Munni project in the Pilbara region ...
Australia’s diesel supply secured by storage funding (0) March 22, 2022 The Federal Government has invested in domestic storage of diesel fuel to ensure key industries of mining and agriculture can withstand rising fuel prices caused by the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Austin takes order book to new heights (0) March 22, 2022 Austin Engineering has doubled its order book year-on-year with thanks in part to Australia’s uptake of new Ultima truck trays, despite a challenging market in Western Australia.
Fortescue adopts Dyno Nobel differential energy (0) March 22, 2022 Dyno Nobel to supply Fortescue Metals Group’s Iron Bridge magnetite project in the Pilbara with its differential energy blasting technology.
Thiess Rehabilitation turns new leaf in mining services (0) March 22, 2022 Global mining services company Thiess has launched a standalone rehabilitation business to ensure the responsible planning and undertaking of post-mining operations.
METS set for India export support (0) March 22, 2022 A $1.5 million program will help create new export opportunities in India for Australia’s mining equipment, technology and services (METS) companies which will be delivered by Austmine.
Glencore sells CSA copper mine to MAC (0) March 21, 2022 MAC has entered into an agreement with Glencore to acquire the CSA copper mine in the mining jurisdiction of western NSW for $1.48 million.
Silicon, HPA recognised in Critical Minerals Strategy (0) March 21, 2022 The Federal Government has added two more minerals to the critical minerals list as part of its 2022 Critical Minerals Strategy.
High purity alumina (HPA) and silicon were added to a ...
Whitehaven coal donated to Ukraine, Russian sanctions ramp up (0) March 21, 2022 The Federal Government has increased its support of an embattled Ukraine while further sanctioning the invading Russia, with several mining companies chipping in for the cause.
MPS approval for Kalgoorlie Nickel Project (0) March 21, 2022 Ardea Resources has received Major Project Status (MPS) for its $1.165 billion Kalgoorlie Nickel Project (KNP) which incorporates a new mine and processing plant in Western Australia.
Coffee can replace coal in steel making: UNSW (0) March 18, 2022 The University of New South Wales has published three papers in favour of replacing coal with coffee grounds and hydrogen in its patented Green Steel technology.
Vitrinite highwall changes the coal mining game (0) March 18, 2022 Vitrinite has signed Gainwell Engineering to the first contract at the Vulcan coal mine in QLD, for the supply of a highwall mining unit.
Investment needed to fill mining skills shortage: MCA (0) March 18, 2022 Australia’s mining workforce has grown by more than 20,000 people in the past year and supported 5000 new apprentices as the nation’s unemployment rate continues to fall, according to the ...
FLSmidth sets sail for Port of Gladstone (0) March 18, 2022 FLSmidth will build Gladstone Ports Corporation’s new shiploader 1 and decommission the old shiploader in a safe and sustainable manner.
Long-awaited 2021 Prospect Awards winners announced (0) March 18, 2022 Roy Hill has taken home Australian Mine of the Year at the 2021 Prospect Awards after the awards night took place in Brisbane on Thursday.
TOMRA ore sorter out of this world for Galaxy (0) March 18, 2022 TOMRA Mining has been engaged by Galaxy Resources to help process contaminated lithium ore at the Mt Cattlin mine in Western Australia.
Rio Tinto takes another step in First Nations protection (0) March 17, 2022 Rio Tinto has welcomed a discussion paper on cultural heritage protection laws, compiled by the Commonwealth Government and the First Nations Heritage Protection Alliance.
Cat autonomously hauls 1bn tonnes in 2021 (0) March 17, 2022 Caterpillar trucks equipped with Cat MineStar Command make mining history by autonomously hauling 1.2 billion tonnes of material in 2021.
Challenges galore in low-emissions technology (0) March 17, 2022 The WA Government has partnered with NERA to ask SMEs to submit low-emissions technology solutions to the LETs Pitch WA challenge.
Critical minerals research boosted by further funding (0) March 17, 2022 The Federal Government has committed $50 million over three years to establish the virtual National Critical Minerals Research and Development Centre, which will draw together expertise from CSIRO, Geoscience Australia, ...
Rio Tinto invites industry to wastewater challenge (0) March 16, 2022 Rio Tinto has called on the mining, equipment, technology and services (METS) sector to find a solution to remove selected particles from mining water resources.
Nickel comes back online after record rally (0) March 16, 2022 The London Metals Exchange (LME) will reopen its nickel market from 4pm Western Australia time on Wednesday, March 16, after it was suspended for a week following unsustainable prices about ...
Australia secures domestic supply of critical minerals (0) March 16, 2022 The Federal Government has dedicated $243 million across Australia’s critical minerals industry to reduce the country’s reliance on Chinese resources.
Commonwealth pledges $128.5m to streamline environmental approvals (0) March 16, 2022 Australia’s mining industry has welcomed the Federal Government’s recent plan to protect the environment while supporting economic recovery and creating jobs in regional communities.
Scholar to research integrating EVs into mining (0) March 16, 2022 Professor Iqbal Husain secures a scholarship to undertake research at Curtin University on the integration of electric vehicles into mining.
Coates welcomes newest project manager (0) March 15, 2022 Coates Engineering Solutions (ES) has conducted a Q&A with new Transformation project manager Maykon Capelasso to provide a glimpse into the evolving world of equipment engineering and manufacturing.
Swift Networks commences key mining projects (0) March 15, 2022 Swift has commenced delivery of seven new projects across Australia’s mining industry including with Rio Tinto, Roy Hill, Strandline, Oz Minerals and South32.
South32 expands K2Fly for dams and tailings (0) March 15, 2022 South32 has expanded its use of K2Fly software to improve environmental, social and governance (ESG) compliance across its Australian and South American operations.
Dartbrook coal mine finally wins five-year extension (0) March 15, 2022 Australian Pacific Coal has been granted a five-year extension for mining operations at Dartbrook coal mine following years of legal battles.
Feds fund Port Kembla Steelworks expansion (0) March 15, 2022 The Federal Government has given BlueScope Steel $55.4 million for a new facility at its Port Kembla operations in New South Wales, supporting coal and iron ore production in turn.
Meteorite discovery highlights space mining potential (0) March 15, 2022 Drone technology has allowed researchers from Curtin University to study the potential of mining asteroids as a source of rare elements, following the successful discovery of a meteorite in Western ...
WA nickel exploration in the CSIRO spotlight (0) March 15, 2022 Researchers from Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, have received funding to study indicator minerals in Western Australia and identify high-grade nickel bodies more efficiently.
OZ Minerals develops new mining provinces (0) March 14, 2022 OZ Minerals has identified expansions at its Prominent Hill and Carrapateena operations as potential multi-generational mining provinces.
India deal to boost critical mineral investment (0) March 14, 2022 The Australian Government has allocated $5.8 million to the three-year Australia-India Critical Minerals Investment Partnership.
Iron ore miners weather the cyclical storm (0) March 14, 2022 A volatile iron ore price caused a few headaches for burgeoning producers in late 2021, but a first quarter recovery has allowed some to return bigger and better in 2022.
Mallina lithium gets DMIRS approval (0) March 14, 2022 Morella Corporation has received DMIRS approval for the Mallina lithium project in the Pilbara region of Western Australia.
QLD resources community repaid in full (0) March 11, 2022 The Queensland Government has added $53 million to the Resources Community Infrastructure Fund (RCIF) to improve infrastructure and community wellbeing.
How high can it go? Coal forecasts exceed $500/t (0) March 11, 2022 An independent energy research company expects coal prices to rise above $US500 per tonne in 2022, as the world cuts off Russian resources.
Thiess gets win at Mount Holland lithium (0) March 11, 2022 Thiess has been awarded a four-year contract by Covalent Lithium to deliver mining services at the Mount Holland lithium mine in WA.
Victorian minerals sector sets the standard (0) March 11, 2022 The Victorian minerals industry has increased mineral exploration expenditure by 35 per cent, as its average quarterly growth rate continues to double the national average.
Diversification key to WA economy: CCIWA (0) March 11, 2022 The global acceleration toward decarbonisation will be a significant boost to Western Australia’s critical and battery minerals sectors. according to the Chamber of Commerce and Industry WA’s (CCIWA) Outlook report.
Pilbara Ports continues increased exports (0) March 10, 2022 The Pilbara Ports Authority has seen increased throughput in both Dampier and Port Hedland in February 2022, combining for 52.4 million tonnes.
Uranium soars following Ukrainian war (0) March 10, 2022 The price of uranium has reached 10-year highs above $US53 per pound as supply concerns grow following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Major miners committed to emissions accountability (0) March 10, 2022 Major miners Fortescue Metals Group, Aurizon and South32 have signed up to the new Corporate Emissions Reduction Transparency report pilot.
BHP intake comes as coal prices surge (0) March 10, 2022 BHP Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA) has welcomed 51 new apprentices to its operations in the Bowen Basin including Queensland locals.
WA attracts investment following pandemic growth (0) March 10, 2022 The $100 million Investment Attraction Fund (IAF) has been initiated by the Western Australian Government to increase local jobs and demand across a range of sectors including mining.
Bill to help resources sector achieve net zero (0) March 10, 2022 The Western Australian Government will draft a new Bill which aims to provide the state’s mining and natural gas industries with decarbonisation opportunities.
Coal exports more than double (0) March 9, 2022 The ABS latest International Trade in Goods and Services data shows total coal exports increased 159 per cent on the same period last year.
Zenith, 5B break barriers for mine site solar (0) March 9, 2022 Zenith Energy and 5B have signed an ecosystem framework agreement for the deployment of renewable energy assets in Australia, giving mine sites greater access to clean energy.
Floods suspend gold mine as recovery continues (0) March 9, 2022 Catastrophic floods on Australia’s east coast have suspended operations at Aurelia Metals’ Dargues gold mine, 80km east of Canberra, while several major miners donate to recovery efforts.
Komatsu cuts red ribbon on massive facility (0) March 9, 2022 Komatsu has opened an innovation hub and distribution centre in Wacol, Queensland, showcasing the latest technology during its construction and upon completion in an interactive exhibition.
AI to automate MACA mining trucks (0) March 9, 2022 MACA and Position Partners have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with SafeAI to automate a mixed fleet of 100 mining trucks.
Toolkit to assist exploration negotiations (0) March 9, 2022 The Association of Mining and Exploration Companies (AMEC) has launched a comprehensive toolkit to support Victorian mineral explorers and land owner/occupiers to negotiate access for exploration.
Iron ore, nickel prices compete for best-in-show (0) March 8, 2022 The iron ore price has reached six-month highs at $US156 ($212) per tonne (t) after it gained 8 per cent in five consecutive days of growth, mainly due to Russia’s ...
MO carbon filter keeps copper streams clean (0) March 8, 2022 Metso Outotec has launched an activated carbon (AC) filter for more efficient recovery and recycling of battery chemicals, as part of its Planet Positive range.
OZ Minerals crowd challenge announces finalists (0) March 8, 2022 Five teams have been selected to test ideas for the Electric Mine Simulation crowd challenge where they will be supported to develop ideas.
Territory grants a major boost for exploration (0) March 8, 2022 The Northern Territory Government has opened a record $3 million round of grants for the Geophysics and Drilling Collaborations program, addressing knowledge gaps and increasing exploration.
The program forms part of ...
Australian gold ends record streak in 2021 (0) March 7, 2022 Australia has produced its lowest annual gold volume since 2017, totalling 315 tonnes in 2021 after the first half saw the country momentarily overtake China.
Vic boosts exploration with latest land release (0) March 7, 2022 Victoria’s exploration sector is expected to grow in the coming years, as 11,000 square kilometres of land is released to the public in the state’s west.
Soil shows true mine rehabilitation takes decades (0) March 7, 2022 Researchers from Flinders University have studied soil bacteria from South32, Iluka and Alcoa to understand mine rehabilitation timeframes.
WA borders open to relieve skills shortage (0) March 7, 2022 The Western Australian mining industry has welcomed the opening of the state’s borders as an opportunity to relieve skill shortages in the sector, according to WA Chamber of Minerals and ...
Bowen widens horizons with Broadmeadow East (0) March 7, 2022 Bowen Coking Coal has received final approvals to begin mining at its 33 million tonne Broadmeadow East coal project in Queensland’s Bowen Basin.
How the Russian conflict could affect Gladstone (0) March 4, 2022 Australian aluminium production could be affected by the Russia-Ukraine conflict if major aluminium company UC Rusal joins the growing list of Russian entities to be sanctioned.
UC Rusal owns or partially ...
Roy Hill gets Swift entertainment (0) March 4, 2022 Roy Hill has entered into a $3.5 million three-year agreement with Swift to deploy Swift Access to Roy Hill’s mine permanent village.
Golding to surpass $1bn at Baralaba North (0) March 4, 2022 NRW Holdings subsidiary Golding Contractors has signed a letter of intent to perform mining services for Wonbindi Coal at the Baralaba North mine in Queensland.
New Acland delays costing Queensland: QRC (0) March 4, 2022 The Queensland Resources Council (QRC) is calling on the State Government to finalise approvals for the New Acland Mine Stage 3 project, as coal prices surge on the back of ...
Coal price responds to Russia in a big way (0) March 3, 2022 The Newcastle coal futures broke through the $US400 per tonne barrier in response to Russian sanctions this week, more than doubling since the start of 2022.
Cobalt project in Broken Hill gets major win (0) March 3, 2022 Cobalt Blue Holdings’ $560 million Broken Hill Cobalt project has been granted Major Project Status by the Federal Government.
Follow the leaders: This week’s executive movements (0) March 3, 2022 Keep up with the latest executive movements across the mining sector, including at Rio Tinto, Fortescue Metals Group, Perenti and more.
Industries combine for Indigenous working group (0) March 3, 2022 The Indigenous Reference Group has formed to advance the National Roadmap for Indigenous Skills, Jobs and Wealth Creation, with a number of mining representatives in attendance.
Sandvik introduces new Toro loader (0) March 3, 2022 Sandvik has added a new loader to its Toro family, the Toro LH307, featuring a multitude of design updates and new options.
Core Lithium secures Tesla supply deal (0) March 3, 2022 Core Lithium and Tesla have executed a legally binding term sheet for the supply of lithium spodumene concentrate from Core’s Finniss lithium project in the Northern Territory.
Auto-mate acts to nurture future mining skills (0) March 3, 2022 Auto-mate has continued its direct involvement in Austmine’s METS Career Pathway Program with the appointment of engineering graduate Vinuri Hewamalaweera.
Innovation roadshow to light up Newcastle in 2022 (0) March 2, 2022 Austmine’s Newcastle Mining Innovation Roadshow provides an opportunity for the mining and METS community to build relationships and share ideas about the future of the industry.
Hastings, FLSmidth spring into action at Yangibana (0) March 2, 2022 Hastings Technology Metals has re-activated a contract with FLSmidth for the design and construction of an acid-bake kiln at the Yangibana rare earths project in Western Australia.
Hexagon levels up collision avoidance system (0) March 2, 2022 Hexagon Mining has introduced a significantly improved version of its collision avoidance system, consolidating technology into two hardware components.
The dotted line: February’s biggest contracts (0) March 2, 2022 Keep up with the latest and largest contracts from across the mining sector, including at Pembroke Resources, SIMEC, Monadelphous and more.
Sandvik gets Glencore running day and night (0) March 2, 2022 Glencore has taken advantage of Sandvik’s AutoMine automation technology at the George Fisher zinc-lead-silver mine in Queensland, increasing productivity and cutting loading times.
Offshore off limits for NSW mining (0) March 2, 2022 The New South Wales Government remains committed to a balanced approach to the state’s mineral resources despite ruling out commercial applications for offshore exploration and mining.
Europcar WA in, Thrifty WA out after 24+ years (0) March 2, 2022 AUS Fleet Solutions, the company formally known as Thrifty WA, has dropped its more than 24-year association with the name in favour for greener pastures as Europcar WA.
acQuire EnviroSys software gets a revamp (0) March 1, 2022 acQuire has revealed a new look for its environmental data management solution, EnviroSys that represents a renewed focus on simplicity.
Emesent goes from good to great with Hovermap ST (0) March 1, 2022 Emesent has launched Hovermap ST for autonomous LiDAR (light detection and ranging) mapping, using a new technology to build on a solid reputation of mining data capture.
Nokia trials next-gen 5G with Sandvik mining equipment (0) March 1, 2022 Nokia and Telia are running a live trial with Sandvik, to demonstrate how 5G Edge Slicing functions can operate with different mining equipment.
Atlas Iron gets first ore at Miralga Creek (0) March 1, 2022 Hancock Prospecting subsidiary Atlas Iron has announced its Miralga Creek iron ore mine in Western Australia has achieved first ore earlier than expected.
Hexagon continues growth in auto-drill tech (0) March 1, 2022 Hexagon Mining has partnered with Phoenix Drill Control to improve its capability in autonomous drill technology, combining their platforms to streamline operations.
Record exploration defies dull December (0) March 1, 2022 Australian greenfield mineral exploration set a record of $1.207 billion in 2021, topping the previous high of $1.127 billion from 2012, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
Laverton Training Centre gets funding boost (0) March 1, 2022 Australian Potash has received a $250,000 grant from the Western Australian Government to establish the Laverton Training Centre (LTC) to provide vocational training programs and employment pathways for local Aboriginal ...
DDH1, Boart Longyear benefit from exploration boom (0) February 28, 2022 Drilling companies have reaped the rewards of a growing exploration sector, with records in revenue and orders flowing from the likes of DDH1, Boart Longyear and Epiroc.
Data to inform land management decisions (0) February 28, 2022 The US Geological Survey’s Earth Resources Observation and Science Centre has released data from the newest Landsat satellite.
MCA to strengthen critical minerals exploration (0) February 28, 2022 The MCA and KOMIR have signed an MoU that will strengthen cooperation on the exploration and development of critical minerals in Australia.
Calidus commissioning Australia’s next big thing (0) February 28, 2022 Calidus Resources has begun commissioning its Warrawoona gold project in Western Australia, with first gold pour approaching in the coming three months.
New Century back to health after wild weather (0) February 28, 2022 New Century Resources has repaired its ball mill motor at the Century zinc mine in Queensland after severe weather put it out of action in January.
Australian Vanadium docks in Geraldton (0) February 25, 2022 Australian Vanadium signs a joint co-operation agreement with Mid West Ports Authority for the use of facilities at the Port of Geraldton.
Massive funding paves the Outback Way (0) February 25, 2022 The Federal Government has committed $678m to seal the remaining 1000km of Australia’s Outback Way between Laverton, Western Australia and Winton, Queensland, connecting two major mining hubs.
Hitachi Construction Machinery has partnered with ThoroughTec Simulation to provide its equipment operators with access to world-class training simulators.
First Quantum Minerals has proposed to expand its Ravensthorpe nickel operation in southwestern Australia, adding 220ha to the footprint of the Shoemaker-Levy orebody.
Epiroc has entered into partnerships with SSAB and BluVein to speed up the mining industry’s shift to decarbonisation.
A new short course is being piloted with the Western Australian resources sector to meet strong demand for drillers in the state.
Siemens is celebrating 150 years of innovation on Australian soil with the Beyond 150 Competition, a unique series of monthly competitions that will take winners to some of Australia’s most dynamic ...
The Northern Territory is being explored more than ever thanks to Geoscience Australia’s $225 million Exploring for the Future program.
Orica has announced a partnership with H2U Group to initiate the first phase of its proposed H2-Hub Gladstone project in Queensland.
Queensland executives are preparing for a bumper growth period in the resources sector despite concerns around skills shortages, according to a QRC survey.
Lynas Rare Earths has seen records tumble in its March quarterly report, as production levels returned to pre-pandemic levels in some areas.
South Cross Electrical Engineering (SCEE) has won $50 million in contracts with BHP in Western Australia’s Pilbara region.
The latest annual data released by DMIRS shows WA’s resources industry achieved record sales and supported more local jobs in 2021.
Pembroke Resources has begun construction at the $1 billion Olive Downs steel-making coal project in Queensland’s Bowen Basin, which is set to create 1000 new local jobs.
Rio Tinto AGM has seen the major miner put its climate action plan to its shareholders for an advisory vote.
More than $11 million will be offered to 7 regional projects in the second round of the WA Government’s Clean Energy Future Fund.
Bowen Coking Coal has begun mining operations at the Bluff coal mine in Queensland, with HSE Mining performing an early works program on a three-year contract.
The Women in Industry Awards presentation evening was held in Melbourne last night in recognition of the outstanding women in the industrials sector.
Australian Mining partnered with the Women in Industry ...
AusProof’s research and development team has continued to diversify its range to give the industry an even greater product selection of electrical cable couplers and components.
Rio Tinto has taken full ownership of the Gladstone alumina refinery in Queensland, relinquishing UC Rusal’s 20 per cent stake and removing any Russian interest in the operation.
ABB will design and supply its highest payload Koepe production hoist to OZ Minerals’ Prominent Hill mine in South Australia.
More than 90 per cent of Western Australian businesses in the resources sector have identified skill shortages as a barrier, according to the latest report from the WA Chamber of ...
The AusIMM and the BPEQ are working together to promote registration for engineers in the resources sector.
Decmil has won two construction contracts to expand its footprint in the Western Australian lithium sector, securing a combined $34 million with Covalent Lithium and Talison Lithium.
FLSmidth and AVEVA have signed a global partnership to deliver cutting-edge digitally-enabled solutions and services to the mining industry.
acQuire has reimagined its environmental data management solution with a new release to improve user experience. Introducing, EnviroSys 9.
Rio Tinto contributed $14.8 billion in taxes and royalties to the Australian Government and communities where it operated during 2021, up 66 per cent on the previous year.
Eriez is a world leader in magnetic separation, flotation, metal detection and material handling equipment technology.
Red 5’s King of the Hills gold project remains on track for first gold production after recommencing underground mining on March 31.
Curtin University is the top Australian and second global university for mineral and mining engineering for the sixth year in a row.
The Victorian mining industry had an economic output of $1 billion in 2020-21, sustaining more than 4700 full-time jobs, according to a report commissioned by the Minerals Council of Australia ...
BHP has partnered with Liebherr to power its R 9600 excavator fleet at the South Flank iron ore mine in Western Australia, reducing maintenance and standardising parts.
Red tape and inefficiencies relating to prospecting licences will be reduced in Western Australia, with the State Government introducing the Duties Amendment Bill 2022 as part of the upcoming budget.
Mineral Resources will increase production from its Wodgina and Mt Marion spodumene mines in response to unprecedented global lithium demand.
Rio Tinto and BHP have signed a letter of intent to assess the development of an iron ore Green Corridor between Australia and East Asia.
BHP has signed a power purchase agreement with Enel Green Power, securing 100 per cent renewable energy for three major nickel operations in Western Australia.
Queensland Resources Minister Scott Stewart has refused Fox Resources’ application for a mineral development licence to further the company’s exploration for coal north of Bundaberg, citing the decision was based ...
The WA Government has hosted 10 regional skills summits across the state progressing practical actions to address workforce needs.
Keep up with the latest developments in Australian mines, including at the Thunderbird mineral sands, Dartbrook coal, and Kalgoorlie nickel projects.
The Austmine Mining Innovation Roadshow was held yesterday seeing many industry professionals come together in person for the first time.
WesTrac has bolstered its noise suppression capabilities with the acquisition of Hushpak Engineering, an Australian manufacturer for the mining, manufacturing and construction industries.
Sandvik adds the Toro LH208L loader to the Toro family, designed to operate efficiently in conditions where working height is limited.
A leader in industrial communications and networking, Moxa, has announced the launch of its next-generation industrial Ethernet switches, the EDS-4000/G4000 Series.
The 2021-22 Australian resources and energy export earnings forecast shows that figures will soar to a record-high of $425 billion.
Whitehaven Coal has received approval to extend its Narrabri coal mine from the New South Wales Independent Planning Commission, adding 82 million tonnes to its extraction plans.
The resources sector will be one of the main beneficiaries after the Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement was officially signed, making exports to India cheaper and creating huge new ...
OZ Minerals has made the decision to increase the hoisting shaft capacity under construction at Prominent Hill to 6.5 million tonnes per annum, up from the previous 6Mtpa.
Iluka Resources’ Board has approved phase three construction of its Eneabba rare earths refinery in Western Australia, allowing the company to process its own and third-party material.
Australia and the United States are working together on key challenges like building secure supply chains and facilitating a clean transition.
Stanwell Corporation has added its signature to the Central Queensland Statement of Cooperation which sees it join Rio Tinto, Orica and Alpha HPA in unlocking renewable opportunities.
Perenti Group’s underground mining service company Barminco has donated a ‘Jumbo’ development drill to South Metropolitan TAFE in WA.
Weir Minerals is launching Synertrex IntelliWear, a new digital wear monitoring system for spools and hoses in slurry pipelines.
The Government will provide $6 million to MATES in Construction to boost support for the mental health and wellbeing of remote workers.
Queensland copper producer Austral Resources announces first ore haulage from its new Anthill mine to the Mt Kelly processing plant.
Thiess has been awarded a $300 million three-year contract renewal at Harum Energy’s Mahakam Sumber Jaya coal mine in Indonesia.
Keep up with the latest executive movements across the mining sector, including at Newcrest, Core Lithium, Orica and more.
Weir Minerals has announced a new partnership with XMPro which will enable intelligent equipment and services, as well as support miners to achieve higher performance while also reducing the environmental ...
The Federal Government has signed a detailed MoU with India to identify lithium and cobalt mineral assets.
CDE has launched its new AquaCycle A2500 thickener, the latest addition to its top-of-the-line water management and recycling systems.
Kal Tire announced it has earned a five-year contract to provide tyre management and maintenance services at the Roy Hill mine in WA.
The 2022–23 Federal Budget has backed the resources sector, with a focus on upskilling and diversifying Australia’s exports.
Perth-based mineral scanning technology company Orexplore Technologies will deliver site-based drill-core scanning services for Wiluna Mining at its namesake gold operation in Western Australia as part of a $170,000 purchase ...
Measures in the 2022-23 Federal Budget worth more than $250 million will build stronger regions and strengthen Australia’s critical minerals sector to become more globally competitive, according to Minister for ...
BHP and AusIMM have expanded their partnership at a time when professional development in the resources industry has never been more important.
The Northern Territory Government has launched its new International Engagement Strategy aiming to expand its global reach.
Epiroc introduces the DM30 XC blasthole drill that is suitable for a variety of multi-pass rotary and down-the-hole drilling applications.
BCI Minerals’ Mardie Salt and Potash project will provide jobs for approximately 500 workers during construction of the world‐scale project.
Queensland resources companies have donated millions of dollars towards relief efforts to help people in flood-affected parts of the state.
The Federal Government has extended two apprenticeship support programs following their success in welcoming more than 385,000 apprentices to get a start in their chosen field.
The CMEWA has commissioned a survey of the WA resources sector, finding a direct $100 billion economic contribution in 2020–21.
St Barbara has more than halved its gold production target at the Simberi gold mine in Papua New Guinea, as a COVID-19 outbreak comes back under control.
Anglo American has ceased mining activities at the Moranbah North coal mine in Queensland, following an incident moving old equipment from an underground roadway.
Increasing COVID-19 cases in Western Australia have caused staffing problems for miners with Westgold Resources and Wiluna Mining reporting operations impacted by quarantined workers.
Orica has developed FRAGTrack Crusher, a blast fragmentation technology using artificial intelligence (AI) for material measurement during truck tipping.
Australia’s top 10 richest people of 2022 have been revealed with mining magnate Gina Rinehart topping the list for the second year in a row.
PlotLogic, a mining technology start-up, has raised $25 million to support its OreSense geological mapping technology, benefitting customers such as BHP, Anglo American and Glencore.
The ABS latest Labour Force Survey data showing total mining employment has increased by over 26,000 people in the past year.
Karara Mining has proposed to expand its namesake iron ore project in Western Australia, with a new mine life to 2050 and a production rate of 37Mtpa
Mineral exploration expenditure in the Northern Territory is booming with figures from the December quarter up 38 per cent to $45.1 million on the previous period in 2020.
GR Engineering has won a $179.5 million contract with Kimberley Mineral Sands for a processing plant at the Thunderbird operations in WA.
Sandvik and Boliden are conducting a small-scale trial of 3D manufactured parts that will be installed on underground drill rigs.
Weir Minerals, a leading supplier of equipment and services to the mining industry, and AVEVA, a global leader in industrial software, driving digital transformation and sustainability, have signed a digital ...
SensOre has signed with Unico to commercialise its mining exploration technology which improves success rates using artificial intelligence.
Mincor Resources has achieved another first development ore intersected on schedule at the new Cassini nickel mine in Western Australia.
Perth-based mining company Schlam has appointed David Haslett as its new board chairperson, effective from February 1, 2022.
Used equipment sales have skyrocketed in a range of industries over the past 12 months, as tightened supply chains saw buyers getting competitive for locally sourced machines.
Alien Metals has moved to secure one the Australia’s largest platinum group element (PGE) bodies with the 100 per cent acquisition of the Munni Munni project in the Pilbara region ...
Austin Engineering has doubled its order book year-on-year with thanks in part to Australia’s uptake of new Ultima truck trays, despite a challenging market in Western Australia.
Dyno Nobel to supply Fortescue Metals Group’s Iron Bridge magnetite project in the Pilbara with its differential energy blasting technology.
Global mining services company Thiess has launched a standalone rehabilitation business to ensure the responsible planning and undertaking of post-mining operations.
Newcrest partners with Microsoft, to collaborate on programs of work including the use of digital twins to improve operations.
A $1.5 million program will help create new export opportunities in India for Australia’s mining equipment, technology and services (METS) companies which will be delivered by Austmine.
OZ Minerals, Janus Electric and Qube have partnered on a world first trial to use battery-electric trucks for heavy haulage across Australia.
The Federal Government has added two more minerals to the critical minerals list as part of its 2022 Critical Minerals Strategy.
High purity alumina (HPA) and silicon were added to a ...
Ardea Resources has received Major Project Status (MPS) for its $1.165 billion Kalgoorlie Nickel Project (KNP) which incorporates a new mine and processing plant in Western Australia.
The University of New South Wales has published three papers in favour of replacing coal with coffee grounds and hydrogen in its patented Green Steel technology.
Australia’s mining workforce has grown by more than 20,000 people in the past year and supported 5000 new apprentices as the nation’s unemployment rate continues to fall, according to the ...
FLSmidth will build Gladstone Ports Corporation’s new shiploader 1 and decommission the old shiploader in a safe and sustainable manner.
Roy Hill has taken home Australian Mine of the Year at the 2021 Prospect Awards after the awards night took place in Brisbane on Thursday.
TOMRA Mining has been engaged by Galaxy Resources to help process contaminated lithium ore at the Mt Cattlin mine in Western Australia.
Bauxite production in Australia is expected to grow in the coming years with the country to remain the largest global producer of bauxite.
Anglo American has successfully trialled biofuel in its chartered shipping fleet to reduce carbon emissions by about 10 per cent.
Caterpillar trucks equipped with Cat MineStar Command make mining history by autonomously hauling 1.2 billion tonnes of material in 2021.
The WA Government has partnered with NERA to ask SMEs to submit low-emissions technology solutions to the LETs Pitch WA challenge.
Terrain Tamer has developed a sealed alternator assembly, best suited to heavy duty conditions, for the Toyota Landcruiser VDJ76/78/79 models.
Rio Tinto has called on the mining, equipment, technology and services (METS) sector to find a solution to remove selected particles from mining water resources.
The London Metals Exchange (LME) will reopen its nickel market from 4pm Western Australia time on Wednesday, March 16, after it was suspended for a week following unsustainable prices about ...
Gold prices are expected to average $US1900 per ounce in 2022, with Fitch Solutions revised price reflecting the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
The Federal Government has dedicated $243 million across Australia’s critical minerals industry to reduce the country’s reliance on Chinese resources.
Australia’s mining industry has welcomed the Federal Government’s recent plan to protect the environment while supporting economic recovery and creating jobs in regional communities.
Professor Iqbal Husain secures a scholarship to undertake research at Curtin University on the integration of electric vehicles into mining.
Coates Engineering Solutions (ES) has conducted a Q&A with new Transformation project manager Maykon Capelasso to provide a glimpse into the evolving world of equipment engineering and manufacturing.
Swift has commenced delivery of seven new projects across Australia’s mining industry including with Rio Tinto, Roy Hill, Strandline, Oz Minerals and South32.
South32 has expanded its use of K2Fly software to improve environmental, social and governance (ESG) compliance across its Australian and South American operations.
Australian Pacific Coal has been granted a five-year extension for mining operations at Dartbrook coal mine following years of legal battles.
Drone technology has allowed researchers from Curtin University to study the potential of mining asteroids as a source of rare elements, following the successful discovery of a meteorite in Western ...
FLSmidth has signed an agreement with Microsoft to accelerate its digital journey for the mining and cement industries.
Researchers from Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, have received funding to study indicator minerals in Western Australia and identify high-grade nickel bodies more efficiently.
A volatile iron ore price caused a few headaches for burgeoning producers in late 2021, but a first quarter recovery has allowed some to return bigger and better in 2022.
Morella Corporation has received DMIRS approval for the Mallina lithium project in the Pilbara region of Western Australia.
The Queensland Government has added $53 million to the Resources Community Infrastructure Fund (RCIF) to improve infrastructure and community wellbeing.
Suvo Strategic Minerals and Curtin University will investigate high reactivity metakaolin as a sustainable solution in decarbonising cement.
An independent energy research company expects coal prices to rise above $US500 per tonne in 2022, as the world cuts off Russian resources.
Thiess has been awarded a four-year contract by Covalent Lithium to deliver mining services at the Mount Holland lithium mine in WA.
The Victorian minerals industry has increased mineral exploration expenditure by 35 per cent, as its average quarterly growth rate continues to double the national average.
The global acceleration toward decarbonisation will be a significant boost to Western Australia’s critical and battery minerals sectors. according to the Chamber of Commerce and Industry WA’s (CCIWA) Outlook report.
The price of uranium has reached 10-year highs above $US53 per pound as supply concerns grow following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
The Western Australian Government will draft a new Bill which aims to provide the state’s mining and natural gas industries with decarbonisation opportunities.
Komatsu has opened an innovation hub and distribution centre in Wacol, Queensland, showcasing the latest technology during its construction and upon completion in an interactive exhibition.
MACA and Position Partners have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with SafeAI to automate a mixed fleet of 100 mining trucks.
Metso Outotec has launched an activated carbon (AC) filter for more efficient recovery and recycling of battery chemicals, as part of its Planet Positive range.
Australia has produced its lowest annual gold volume since 2017, totalling 315 tonnes in 2021 after the first half saw the country momentarily overtake China.
Researchers from Flinders University have studied soil bacteria from South32, Iluka and Alcoa to understand mine rehabilitation timeframes.
The Western Australian mining industry has welcomed the opening of the state’s borders as an opportunity to relieve skill shortages in the sector, according to WA Chamber of Minerals and ...
Australian aluminium production could be affected by the Russia-Ukraine conflict if major aluminium company UC Rusal joins the growing list of Russian entities to be sanctioned.
UC Rusal owns or partially ...
Keep up with the latest progress in Australian mines, including from OZ Minerals, Glencore, Iluka, Stanmore and Anglo American.
Roy Hill has entered into a $3.5 million three-year agreement with Swift to deploy Swift Access to Roy Hill’s mine permanent village.
NRW Holdings subsidiary Golding Contractors has signed a letter of intent to perform mining services for Wonbindi Coal at the Baralaba North mine in Queensland.
The Queensland Resources Council (QRC) is calling on the State Government to finalise approvals for the New Acland Mine Stage 3 project, as coal prices surge on the back of ...
The Indigenous Reference Group has formed to advance the National Roadmap for Indigenous Skills, Jobs and Wealth Creation, with a number of mining representatives in attendance.
Sandvik has added a new loader to its Toro family, the Toro LH307, featuring a multitude of design updates and new options.
Core Lithium and Tesla have executed a legally binding term sheet for the supply of lithium spodumene concentrate from Core’s Finniss lithium project in the Northern Territory.
Austmine’s Newcastle Mining Innovation Roadshow provides an opportunity for the mining and METS community to build relationships and share ideas about the future of the industry.
Hastings Technology Metals has re-activated a contract with FLSmidth for the design and construction of an acid-bake kiln at the Yangibana rare earths project in Western Australia.
Fortescue Metals Group has commenced the development of a regenerating battery-electric iron ore train project, the Infinity Train.
Hexagon Mining has introduced a significantly improved version of its collision avoidance system, consolidating technology into two hardware components.
Keep up with the latest and largest contracts from across the mining sector, including at Pembroke Resources, SIMEC, Monadelphous and more.
Glencore has taken advantage of Sandvik’s AutoMine automation technology at the George Fisher zinc-lead-silver mine in Queensland, increasing productivity and cutting loading times.
AUS Fleet Solutions, the company formally known as Thrifty WA, has dropped its more than 24-year association with the name in favour for greener pastures as Europcar WA.
acQuire has revealed a new look for its environmental data management solution, EnviroSys that represents a renewed focus on simplicity.
Emesent has launched Hovermap ST for autonomous LiDAR (light detection and ranging) mapping, using a new technology to build on a solid reputation of mining data capture.
Hancock Prospecting subsidiary Atlas Iron has announced its Miralga Creek iron ore mine in Western Australia has achieved first ore earlier than expected.
Hexagon Mining has partnered with Phoenix Drill Control to improve its capability in autonomous drill technology, combining their platforms to streamline operations.
Australian Potash has received a $250,000 grant from the Western Australian Government to establish the Laverton Training Centre (LTC) to provide vocational training programs and employment pathways for local Aboriginal ...
Drilling companies have reaped the rewards of a growing exploration sector, with records in revenue and orders flowing from the likes of DDH1, Boart Longyear and Epiroc.
The US Geological Survey’s Earth Resources Observation and Science Centre has released data from the newest Landsat satellite.
The MCA and KOMIR have signed an MoU that will strengthen cooperation on the exploration and development of critical minerals in Australia.
Calidus Resources has begun commissioning its Warrawoona gold project in Western Australia, with first gold pour approaching in the coming three months.
New Century Resources has repaired its ball mill motor at the Century zinc mine in Queensland after severe weather put it out of action in January.
Global Road Technology has been recognised by market research firm Allied Market Research as a global leader in stopping dust as a mine or construction site hazard
Australian Vanadium signs a joint co-operation agreement with Mid West Ports Authority for the use of facilities at the Port of Geraldton.
The Federal Government has committed $678m to seal the remaining 1000km of Australia’s Outback Way between Laverton, Western Australia and Winton, Queensland, connecting two major mining hubs.