A new uranium mine near Wiluna in WA would create 225 jobs, according to Canadian miner Cameco.
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A second review of Springvale mine extension means more uncertainty for stood-down workers
In a blow to workers at Springvale coal mine, Planning Minister Rob Stokes has ordered a second public hearing on plans to extend the mine’s life by 13 years.
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Mine workers could return to site after extension approval
The Department of Planning has said mining at Centennial Coal’s Springvale mine should be allowed to continue for a further 13 years.
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Geoscience community in unemployment crisis
Geoscientist unemployment has continued to soar in 2015, with the lowest employment levels seen in the industry since 2009.
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Workforce stood down at Lithgow coal mine
Close to 300 workers have been stood down at Centennial Coal’s Springvale colliery as the operation seeks final approvals.
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Massive LNG project layoffs on Curtis Island
With the construction phase winding down for LNG projects on Curtis Island, key contractor Bechtel is laying off approximately 600 employees per month.
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Opposition announces redeployment plans for mine workers
The Labor Party has pledged to assist workers affected by changes in the electricity generation industry, including reductions in the use of thermal coal.
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New harbour expansion for Port Hedland tugboats
Around US$240 million will be spent on construction of a new eight-pen tug harbour at Hunt Point, as well as an additional six tugboats to meet projected increasing demand for the iron ore port.
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Mining jobs set for future revival
There is growing demand for fieldys in WA, as the job market sees a revival.
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New coal mine planned for Southern Highlands
Hume Coal has announced plans for a new underground coal mine that could create 300 jobs.
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Peak Jobs: Australian Mining Employment (Half Year 2015)
A breakdown on how many jobs mining has lost, and gained, over the last six months.
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Roy Hill workers asked to take a pay cut
Workers at Gina Rinehart’s $10 billion Roy Hill mine have been asked to take a pay cut.
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FactCheck: could the China-Australia FTA lock out Australian workers?
Following the recent signing of the ChAFTA, fears have been raised over Australian workers losing out to cheaper Chinese workers, but is this the case?
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Mining jobs continue to lose ground
Mining jobs continue to tumble, with the DFP Mining and Resource Job Index slipping 4.9 per cent in May.
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Australia must prepare for massive job losses due to automation
As more job roles become automated, Australia must prepare for the a shift in the workforce landscape.
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New iron mine approved in Tasmania
The Tasmanian Government has approved the development of a new iron ore mine which is set to create 200 jobs.
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440 jobs to go as Alinta closes power stations, coal mine
440 jobs will be lost after Alinta Energy announced it will close two coal-fired power stations in Port Augusta, along with the Leigh Creek coal mine.
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Curragh cuts hours to save jobs
Curragh coal mine has taken a different approach to cutting costs, by cutting hours instead of workers.
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New minerals sands mine proposed for NSW could create 550 jobs
Iluka Resources is proposing to develop a new mineral sands project in south-western New South Wales.
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Mining jobs remain tight with lower salaries ahead
The latest Hays Salary Survey has highlighted the dearth of jobs in mining, with flat wages ahead
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