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BHP will significantly reduce energy prices at its Escondida and Spence copper mines after signing new renewable energy contracts at the Chilean mines.

Stay on top of the most popular stories on Australian Mining over the past week, including the latest contract Rio Tinto has awarded for the development of the Koodaideri iron ore project in Western Australia.

BHP reiterated its commitment to safety after failing to identify the cause of a fatality at BHP Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA)’s Saraji mine on last New Year’s Eve.

BHP chief executive Andrew Mackenzie has declared the South Flank iron ore project in the Pilbara, Western Australia 50 per cent complete.

BHP Mitsui Coal has taken the title of completing the world’s largest wireless blast at the Poitrel coal mine using Orica WebGen technology.

BHP Mitsubishi Alliance has furthered its relationship with NRW Holdings subsidiary Golding Contractors with yet another contract award for its Blackwater mine in Queensland.

Stay on top of the most popular stories on Australian Mining over the past week, including Fortescue Metals Group’s hunt for an expansion opportunity in Africa.

While mining companies consistently work to retain their social licence, BHP Billiton’s former head of institutional and government relations Osvaldo Urzua boldly suggests the issue isn’t only reserved for miners.

The winners of the 2019 Australian Mining Prospect Awards have been announced at Moda Events in Brisbane.

Andy Ewe speaks with Global Mining Guidelines chair Michelle Ash about a technology-related question that persists in mining circles – will the robots take our jobs? The advent of automation on mine sites has caused controversy and divide amongst miners, creating automation anxiety that is felt throughout the industry. Pilbara iron ore mines in Western … Continue reading Overcoming automation anxiety in future workforces →

BHP chief external affairs officer Geoff Healy has reinforced the company’s role in transitioning from maintaining a social licence to creating social value.

Have you ever seen a dump truck race a Supercar? If not, don’t fret, because for the first time in a show of partnership between National Group and the Mobil 1 MEGA Racing team, an event of this magnitude has become a reality.

Anglo American has scrapped a plan to replace a portion of its truck fleet at the Dawson coal mine in Queensland with autonomous trucks.

Mader Group has completed its first day of trading on the ASX, after having completed a $50 million initial public offer.

National Group and partner Mobil 1 Mega Racing organised a showcase at the BMA Peak Downs mine site… with a twist.

BHP’s Maritime and Supply Chain Excellence team and Klaveness Digital have partnered to develop CargoValue, a shipping and logistics platform.

Legalisation of marijuana in North America has had a surprise but welcome effect on the other side of the world.

Downer EDI has been awarded a two-year contract to provide mining and other related services at BHP Billiton Mitsubishi Alliance’s (BMA) Goonyella Riverside coal mine in Moranbah, Queensland.

Australian Mining is proud to announce the nominations for next month’s Prospect Awards in Brisbane.

Swick Mining Services will raise $15 million to support the company’s growth opportunities.