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AusIMM pledges commitment to Indigenous women in mining

The Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM) has sealed its commitment in supporting indigenous women in the sector by signing a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Indigenous Women in Mining and Resources Australia (IWIMRA).
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Vanessa ZhouJuly 29, 2019, 10:24 amJuly 29, 2019

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Fortescue awards $179m of contracts to Aboriginal businesses

Fortescue Metals Group has awarded two contracts to the value of $179 million to Aboriginal businesses for work at the Solomon Hub iron ore operation in Western Australia.
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Vanessa ZhouJune 26, 2019, 9:39 amJune 26, 2019

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Indigenous students to reach new heights in robotics

The Toolooa Indigenous Group Robotics (TIGeR) team is set to join the upcoming robotics competition in Rockhampton, Queensland in August this year.
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Vanessa ZhouApril 5, 2019, 8:28 amApril 5, 2019

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Indigenous contractor Gumala marks 20 years of business

Indigenous mining contractor Gumala Enterprises has celebrated 20 years of business in Western Australia.
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Ben CreaghNovember 29, 2017, 9:53 amNovember 30, 2017

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Fortescue dismisses impact of native title court ruling

Fortescue Metals Group does not expect a court ruling that went against the company in favour of an Indigenous group will have any impact on its performance.
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Ben CreaghJuly 21, 2017, 10:33 amJuly 21, 2017

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Programmed targets employment for 5000 Indigenous Australians

Mining services provider Programmed has set a goal to employ 5000 Indigenous Australians across its operations.
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Ben CreaghMarch 6, 2017, 10:40 amMarch 6, 2017

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Rio Tinto uncovers ancient Aboriginal artefacts

The discovery of rare indigenous artefacts on Rio Tinto’s planned Pilbara Western Turner Syncline expansion may effect continued development.
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Ben CreaghMay 19, 2016, 11:10 amMay 19, 2016

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Native title holders fight Carmichael approvals

Wangan and Jagalingou native title holders have launched a fresh legal offensive on Adani Australia, this time against the recent mining approvals granted by the Queensland Government. W&J representatives
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Ben CreaghApril 14, 2016, 2:02 amApril 14, 2016

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Carmichael mine appeal dubbed ‘shambolic’

A Federal Court appeal against Adani’s Carmichael coal mine has been called ‘shambolic’ and confused.
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Staff WriterNovember 25, 2015, 10:24 amNovember 25, 2015

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Report aims to raise levels of Indigenous employment in mining industry

Mining companies struggling in the industry downturn are attempting to boost the number of Indigenous people employed in the industry.
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Staff WriterNovember 3, 2015, 11:42 amNovember 3, 2015

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New international mining guidelines developed for working with indigenous people

Mining companies are attempting to engage and build stronger relationships with Indigenous Peoples through an updated guide published by the International Council on Mining and Metals.
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Staff WriterOctober 30, 2015, 10:10 amOctober 30, 2015

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Mine fire threatening Aboriginal heritage sites

Indigenous groups say backburning operations at ERA’s Ranger mine are at risk of torching ancient rock art sites.
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Staff WriterOctober 7, 2015, 9:50 amOctober 7, 2015

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FMG launches new Aboriginal apprenticeship program

Fortescue Metals has unveiled a new apprenticeship program focused on increasing the number of Aboriginal tradies.
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Staff WriterSeptember 21, 2015, 10:43 amSeptember 21, 2015

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Aboriginal-owned mine gains infrastructure access

Australia will soon see its first indigenous-owned iron ore mine, thanks to a deal struck with Fortescue Metals Group.
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Staff WriterSeptember 14, 2015, 4:53 pmSeptember 14, 2015

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Rio Tinto starts construction on indigenous mining training centre

Work has begun on Rio Tinto’s mining training centre being developed for the Yolngu people.
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Staff WriterAugust 3, 2015, 9:35 amAugust 3, 2015

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First indigenous mines inspector in WA

Western Australia has employed its first Aboriginal mines inspector, who was welcomed into the role by mines minister Bill Marmion.
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Staff WriterJuly 14, 2015, 9:56 amJuly 14, 2015

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Rio Tinto announces its support of ‘Recognise’ campaign

Rio Tinto has announced its support for Constitutional Recognition and the ‘Recognise’ campaign.
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Staff WriterJuly 6, 2015, 10:31 amJuly 6, 2015

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Traditional owners refuse to support extension to Ranger uranium

The Mirrar Traditional owners of the Ranger Uranium Mine area announced they would not support any lease extension beyond 2021, effectively ending the prospects of ERA as a profitable mining company.
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Staff WriterJune 15, 2015, 11:03 amJune 15, 2015

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Indigenous employment boosted by 200k in funding

An Indigenous employment program in Queensland is set to continue for the next 12 months after receiving $200,000 in funding.
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Staff WriterJune 2, 2015, 11:14 amJune 2, 2015

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BHP Billiton officially in support of the ‘Recognise’ campaign

As part of the start National Reconciliation Week, BHP Billiton CEO, Andrew Mackenzie, announced the company’s support for Constitutional Recognition and the ‘Recognise’ campaign.
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Staff WriterMay 28, 2015, 11:37 amMay 28, 2015

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AusIMM pledges commitment to Indigenous women in mining

Fortescue awards $179m of contracts to Aboriginal businesses

Indigenous students to reach new heights in robotics

Indigenous contractor Gumala marks 20 years of business

Fortescue dismisses impact of native title court ruling

Programmed targets employment for 5000 Indigenous Australians

Rio Tinto uncovers ancient Aboriginal artefacts

Native title holders fight Carmichael approvals

Carmichael mine appeal dubbed ‘shambolic’

Report aims to raise levels of Indigenous employment in mining industry

New international mining guidelines developed for working with indigenous people

Mine fire threatening Aboriginal heritage sites

FMG launches new Aboriginal apprenticeship program

Aboriginal-owned mine gains infrastructure access

Rio Tinto starts construction on indigenous mining training centre

First indigenous mines inspector in WA

Rio Tinto announces its support of ‘Recognise’ campaign

Traditional owners refuse to support extension to Ranger uranium

Indigenous employment boosted by 200k in funding

BHP Billiton officially in support of the ‘Recognise’ campaign

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