The NSW Minerals Council says the Queensland Government has issued a minerals exploration challenge to NSW just in time for this year’s first State of Origin match.
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Oil and gas exploration too close to Abrolhos Islands: Greens
The Federal Government’s release of potential gas and oil exploration sites has drawn criticism from green groups who say the area is too close to the Abrolhos Islands.
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Monax signs exploration deal with FMG
South Australia-focused explorer Monax Mining has signed a deal with Fortescue Metals Group to complete due diligence on a copper gold project in SA.
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The breakdown of the Australian junior mining markets – Reasons, Implications and Alternatives
Denham Capital director Bert Koth explains the current crisis in funding for many mining juniors, and outlines possible solutions.
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Canadian producer secures Australian explorer takeover approval
The Federal Court of Australia has approved Canadian gold and silver producer Primero Mining’s acquisition of junior explorer Cerro Resources.
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Victoria commits to mining
In the wake of Victoria's latest state budget, the government has surprised pundits by committing itself to mining in the state.
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NT slugs miners with new levy
Fears of a Labor-style mining tax debacle have been prompted after miners operating in the Northern Territory say they have been “sprung” with a new levy.
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Industry Q&A: Senior Geologist
As part of our new Q&A series we interview you, and find out what your job is day to day. In this edition we speak to Nicky Pollington, a senior geologist at pitt&sherry.
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Tendering for coal exploration tenements in Queensland – where to now for Restricted Area 394?
A new tendering system is now in place for coal exploration permits in Queensland, but the previous moratorium on new coal-related tenement applications still exists.
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Australian Industry Group calls for considered approach to CSG mining restrictions
The Australian Industry Group has spoken out on the issue of coal seam gas production, arguing for the need to balance a secure gas supply with concerns over environmental impact.
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Leadership change for explorers
The constant wave of leadership changes in the mining industry looks set to continue, with MOD Resources and Eclipse Metals both making changes to their executive teams.
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Soviet sub hunt data used for seabed mining exploration
Lockheed Martin, one of the world's largest military equipment manufacturers, is planning to use data from a cold war sub hunt for deep sea mining exploration.
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Fortescue again increases Nyidinghu resource
Fortescue Metals Group has again increased its iron ore resource at Nyidinghu, after uncovering an additional 450 million tonnes.
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Xstrata opts for safer brownfields projects
Mining giants across the nation are tending towards the conservative side when it comes to capital expenditure.
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Top ten deadly rocks and minerals
A list of ten of the most deadly, and often beautiful, rocks and minerals.
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The Next Frontier of Mining [infographic]
The five most interesting ways we are exploring for more mineral wealth.
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NT Government call for land rights reform
The Northern Territory government has called for reforms to Aboriginal land right laws.
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Mining Australia tomorrow begins with exploring Australia today
Australian exploration has slipped behind other global exploration destinations. Alex Heber investigates what this trend means for Australia's mining future.
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WA mining applications up, exploration down
The Western Australian government experienced a 21 per cent jump in mining applications from September 30 to December 31.
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Shares in exploration junior skyrocket
Shares in exploration junior Bass Metals have doubled in value after the company secured a deal to clear its debts and undertake new work.
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