The Western Australian Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety has launched a code of practice for mine safety management.
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WA resources industry sets records left, right and centre
The latest annual data released by DMIRS shows WA's resources industry achieved record sales and supported more local jobs in 2021.
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WA Bill to simplify transfer of prospecting licences
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.
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Code of practice set to protect WA resource workers
ECU has helped shape a new initiative making WA the first in Australia to have a code of practice protecting the mental wellbeing of workers.
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Department interactions to be streamlined
The Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety and the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions enter into an administrative agreement.
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Further stamps of approval at Hastings’ Yangibana
Hastings Metals Technology has ticked another box for its Yangibana rare earths project in Western Australia, receiving governmental approvals for environmental management and a revised mining proposal.
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WA seeks streamlined Mining Act
The Western Australian Government has proposed to amend the Mining Act 1978 to improve regulation and update approvals processes.
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Mulga Rock and roll: Vimy gets green light
Vimy Resources has achieved “substantial commencement” at its Mulga Rock uranium project following confirmation by the WA DWER.
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Vimy moves with haste at Mulga Rock uranium
Vimy Resources has begun development of the Mulga Rock uranium project in Western Australia, after receiving approval for its operational radiation management plan (ORMP).
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Licensing lingo made clear by WA Department
The Western Australian Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety has provided updated information on the criteria for explorers and prospectors, highlighting land disturbance limits.
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Approvals acceleration to fast track WA economy
The WA Government has invested a record amount to accelerate project approvals across several agencies including the DMIRS.
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Strike secures key contractors at Paulsens East
Strike Resources has taken significant steps at its Paulsens East iron ore mine in Western Australia, with some key contracts and licensing approvals now ticked off.
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Strike advances Paulsens East approval
Strike Resources has received the go-ahead for its Paulsens East iron ore mine in Western Australia with the Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety (DMIRS) approving a project management plan (PMP).
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Gold prices surge to six-week highs
Spot gold prices have risen to a high of $US1759.70 ($2298.06) per ounce on Thursday, reaching its highest point in over a month.
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Image snaps up mineral sands mining lease
Image Resources has snagged a mining lease for its Atlas mineral sands project in Western Australia as the life of its Boonanarring project edges closer to ending.
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WA gold, nickel sales surge alongside iron ore
Western Australia has achieved record sales and employment in its mineral and petroleum industry in 2020 despite the hard border impacts brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic.
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WA refines mine approvals process
Western Australia plans to streamline its mine approvals process and prevent any overlaps following a review of administrative agreements in the state.
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Westgold to slowly resume Big Bell operations
Westgold Resources intends to return to regular mining activities at its Big Bell underground gold mine in Western Australia following an accident earlier this week.
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Moving forward in a risky environment
The mining sector is an economic behemoth for Australia, but the industry must be prepared for a number of emerging risks.
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Western Australia eases formal procedures amid COVID-19
Western Australia is set to streamline administrative procedures to encourage more individuals and businesses to use government online services during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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