Glencore has announced a restructure of the Hail Creek coal mine in the Bowen Basin, Queensland that will see 430 jobs at the operation slashed.
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QLD METS companies secure products and services boost
The Queensland Government, together with METS Ignited, is funding a series of programs to help regional METS businesses showcase their products or services.
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Minerals and petroleum exploration sees $80 million hike in Queensland
Queensland saw a 22 per cent boost in exploration spending for minerals and petroleum over the last 12 months, totalling $442.1 million. This is an $80 million climb compared to 2016–2017.
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Mining sector welcomes new leadership in government
The mining sector has responded to the recent change in Australia's leadership, which sees Scott Morrison's appointment as Prime Minister.
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More jobs released in QLD’s resources sector
One new job was created every hour in Queensland's resources sector last month. This amounted to an additional 4400 jobs, with more than 1400 vacancies still advertised online.
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Mining employment optimistic in Queensland
Mining, resources and energy job advertisements have led the chart on the jobs portal SEEK, with Queensland advancing on a growth rate of 91 per cent year on year.
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Dysart East coal project to create hundreds of jobs
Bengal Coal has secured a mining lease for the Dysart East coal project in the Bowen Basin of Queensland until 2039.
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Buzz builds in Queensland with Glencore, Rio jobs resurgence
Leading miners Glencore and Rio Tinto have sent job seekers in Queensland’s mining industry into a frenzy over the past week.
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Arrow to award FEED contract for Surat Basin expansion
Arrow Energy plans to double the production capacity of its Tipton gas project in Queensland amid an east-coast gas shortage.
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Australian mining industry backs move to scrap 457 visas
Australia’s mining industry has supported the federal government’s plan to replace the 457 Visa program with a new temporary worker immigration scheme.
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BHP Billiton coal alliance offers hundreds of jobs in Queensland
More jobs are returning to Australia’s coal industry. Queensland’s coal sector in the Bowen Basin is the beneficiary on this occasion, with the BHP Billiton Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA) offering hundreds of jobs in the region for the Peak Downs and Saraji mines.
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Mining union calls on new QRC CEO for more black lung support
The CFMEU mining and energy division has called on new Queensland Resources Council CEO Ian Macfarlane to provide further financial support to victims of black lung.
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Ian Macfarlane appointed new QRC chief executive
Former QLD MP Ian Macfarlane has been appointed the new chief executive of the Queensland Resources Council (QRC), taking over from Michael Roche.
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Frydenberg appointed as new mining minister
Following the appointment of a new Prime Minister, Australia is also welcoming a new Federal Resources Minister.
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New government funding supports coal emissions reduction
The Australian government has pledged $25 million in funding for Carbon Capture Storage research at the Otway facility in Victoria.
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Rinehart speaks on iron ore royalties rebate debate
A West Australian Government scheme to reduce royalties for junior iron ore miners has been met with criticism from Gina Rinehart.
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New gas pipeline to link east and west markets
Federal industry minister Ian MacFarlane yesterday announced plans to build a national gas network that could prevent gas shortages in NSW.
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MacFarlane launches federal exploration incentive
The Association of Mining and Exploration Companies has applauded the launch of the new Exploration Development Incentive, launched in Perth yesterday.
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Free rugby tickets have no bearing on mine expansion approval: MPs
Queensland state and federal MPs have come under fire for attending rugby matches as guests of New Hope Group as a decision on the company’s expansion of New Acland mine draws closer.
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Queensland gas boom fires up job numbers
A new report by Energy Skills Queensland found the gas sector will employ more than 14,100 workers when it peaks in 2024, double the number predicted previously.
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