Australian mining news
Insurers withdrawing cover from coal projects double in 2019
46% of reinsurance market and 37% of industry’s global assets covered by coal exit policies.
Rio Tinto and EdTech sector to invest in developing the skills of young Australians
Rio Tinto will work with leaders in Australia’s education and innovation sectors in a new, disruptive approach designed to tackle a looming skills gap in the nation’s future workforce.
Critical week to drive Queensland’s critical minerals potential globally and locally
The Queensland Resources Council has participated meetings to help drive the region's critical minerals potential to attract more overseas investment, drive more international trade and create more jobs and economic prosperity.
Rio Tinto supports ERA’s plans to raise funds for rehabilitation of Ranger Project Area
Rio Tinto will support Energy Resources of Australia Limited’s plans for the rehabilitation of the Ranger Project Area.
Greatland commences new drilling programme at Warrentinna
Greatland Gold plc has announced the commencement of diamond drilling activities at the Derby North prospect within the company’s Warrentinna gold project in Tasmania, Australia.
QRC welcomes Australian government commitment to resources
QRC said the Australian government’s recognition of the importance of an ongoing skills base for the resources sector reinforced the value of mining both now and decades into the future.
Weir GEHO pumps are vital to SIMEC mining’s operation in Whyalla
It is the GEHO positive displacement pump’s responsibility to pump the slurry 67 km from the plant to Whyalla, where it is then dewatered and converted to pellets for the steel making process.
Miners endorse new boots
The Crawford boot offers a footwear solution for Australian miners that answers many of their problems.
Better environmental regulation to support more regional jobs and faster mining project approvals
The Minerals Council of Australia has stated that reforms are needed to unlock minerals investment, support jobs and strengthen communities, all while boosting environmental protection.
Goldfields remote operating centre trial a success
Independent OEM of automation solutions RCT and Western Australian mining company Northern Star Resources Limited, have expressed excitement about the success of a recent autonomous technology trial in the state’s Goldfields.