Australia’s resources industry has shipped $299.6 billion in export revenue during the 2020-21 financial year, according to new data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
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There’s more to mining at Anglo’s Dawson operation
Anglo American has taken part in a new campaign at its Dawson coal mine in Queensland, advocating for land rehabilitation and responsible mining.
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AU-UK deal shows good signs for METS
An historic free trade agreement (FTA) between Australia and the United Kingdom will strengthen the UK's investment in Australian commodities, while providing easier access for mining businesses to import and export equipment and services.
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Mining and METS deliver $241.9bn to Australian economy
Australia’s mining companies and mining equipment, technology and services (METS) sector have contributed 12.4 per cent of the Australian economy's value, according to a report from Deloitte Access Economics.
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Mining industry pays record tax contribution to Australia
The Minerals Council of Australia (MCA) has estimated that tax payments and royalties from the minerals sector reached $39.3 billion in 2019-20.
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Australia urged to expand mining export markets
Australia’s mining industry is being encouraged to diversify its export markets beyond key commodities such as iron ore and gold.
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MCA maps out vaccine priorities for resources sector
The Minerals Council of Australia (MCA) has identified resource sector workforce sub-groups which will be given priority COVID-19 vaccinations.
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Iron ore, gold, copper break export records
Australia’s resources industry has delivered revenue records for iron ore, gold and copper in 2020, according to Australian Bureau of Statistics data.
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Curtin, UQ launch flexible mining course
Curtin University and the University of Queensland (UQ) have introduced an online mining course that will open up pathways to postgraduate study.
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MCA to create 5000 mining apprenticeships
The Minerals Council of Australia (MCA) has launched three mining skills project hubs, including an apprenticeships hub that aims to put 5000 people into work.
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BHP to create 3500 apprentice positions
BHP will fund 3500 new apprenticeship and training positions to support employment, business opportunities and skills development in the mining, equipment, technology and services (METS) sector.
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NT boosts local mining exploration
The Northern Territory Government will invest $26 million in resources, mining and petroleum, acknowledging the strong contribution of mining to jobs and investment in the territory.
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Australia ramps up resources exploration with $125m investment
The Australian Government has injected $125 million into expanding Geoscience Australia’s Exploring for the Future minerals exploration program to strengthen the resources sector.
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MCA acts on net zero emissions target
The Minerals Council of Australia (MCA) has released a climate action plan (CAP) towards achieving net zero emissions globally and in Australia.
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MCA urges federal government to consider mining reforms
Minerals Council of Australia (MCA) is pushing the federal government to introduce reforms to protect the minerals industry and fast track Australia's post-COVID economic recovery.
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Rio Tinto, BHP’s female leaders on path to directorships with MCA
The Minerals Council of Australia (MCA) has awarded scholarships to three women in the minerals industry to help them secure company board positions.
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Mining achieves record tax, royalty payments
Australia's minerals sector has paid $39.3 billion in company taxes and royalties in the 2018-19 financial year, a record high for the sector.
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Resources sector raises awareness on COVID-19 safety
Several resources sector councils have teamed up to launch a national television and digital campaign to raise awareness around the industry's coronavirus safety protocols.
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MCA welcomes new funding for Indigenous communities
The Minerals Council of Australia (MCA) has welcomed the $123 million Federal Government funding to support Indigenous businesses and communities in their responses to COVID-19.
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Resources industry to implement coronavirus protocols amid increased hiring
The resources industry has declared health and safety as the first priority of the sector as it continues to implement national coronavirus protocols.
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