Australian mining news
Orion Minerals to conduct AUS$11 million capital raising
Proceeds from the placement will be used principally to finalise the bankable feasibility study on the company’s Prieska Zinc-Copper Project in South Africa.
Artemis and Novo JV commit to AUS$5.4 million exploration budget
Through their 50/50 joint venture (JV), Artemis Resources Ltd and Novo Resources agree to a AUS$5.4 million exploration budget.
Thiess wins AUS$225 million mining contract
Thiess has secured a mining contract with BHP Nickel West worth AUS$225 million.
NSW mining royalties contribution celebrated by Minister for Resources and Northern Australia
Mining royalties played a vital role in helping states meet growing demands for infrastructure and services.
High level of support for Metro Mining’s institutional placement
Metro Mining participates in a bookbuild process to raise AUS$17.5 million.
Record mining royalties welcomed by NSW government
“Royalties from the mining sector have been revised up by AUS$813 million, and will deliver a record AUS$1.8 billion in this year alone, and another record AUS$2 billion next year to help fund improved services across the state.”
Rio Tinto showcases Pilbara operations to investors
The company is aiming to develop greater flexibility across its system of mines, rails and ports in Western Australia through the application of automation and other initiatives.
Queens birthday honours recognises inspirational women in the Australian mining industry
Three key women working in the Australian mining industry have been recognised in the Queen’s Birthday 2018 Honours list.
New Minnovare Production Optimiser system reduces downtime in drill and blast operations
Minnovare has recently launched a new Production Optimiser system for the underground metalliferous mine market.
MineAlloy training centre to revitalise Australian mining
A year on from its establishment, the ARC mineAlloy training centre at Deakin University (Australia) has already achieved several successes in its research.