Australian mining news

Growing investment by mining is helping to secure Australia’s long-term prosperity.

RCT is to install and commission autonomous technology at Chinova Resources’ Osborne mine.

Westpac Banking Corporation provides AUS$15 million working capital and hedging facilities to Kalium Lakes Limited.

RCT is finalising a major automation project for Westgold Resources at five of its mine sites in Western Australia’s Murchison.

Queensland Resources Council (QRC) Chief Executive Ian Macfarlane states that the Palaszczuk government’s first royalty deferral and repayment agreement to support the development of New Century Zinc Mine should be a model for other projects to attract more investment.

“It’s disappointing to see any business give in to bullying tactics from activists, many of who are acting illegally to disrupt lives and businesses,” says QRC.

Earth AI has received US$2.5 million in funding from Gagarin Capital, which will help the start-up achieve its aim of fundamentally improving the efficiency of mineral exploration with cutting-edge technology.

QRC said the safety reset was an agreed approach between the Queensland government, industry and unions following fatalities at mines and quarries over the last 12 months.

More than 900 people will attend the Queensland Mining Industry Health and Safety Conference, to discuss the well-being of every man and woman in the mining sector.

Greatland Gold plc has reported details of a new exploration programme at its 100% owned Scallywag prospect in the Paterson region of Western Australia.