Safety focus for September: Focussing on Environmental Responsibility in Australia
As climate change and environmental issues intensify, it is becoming more important for organisations to expand their focus on sustainability within their business practices. In Australia, incorporating sustainable practices into workplace safety is crucial. This approach not only protects employees but also supports environmental goals. The below points briefly outline how sustainable workplace safety practices […]
Australia looks to the sky for minerals with satellite program
Australia has officially joined the US-led Landsat Next satellite program. This marks a new chapter in a nearly 50-year partnership in satellite land imaging. At the Australia-US Ministerial Consultations (AUSMIN), Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs Penny Wong and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken signed a bilateral statement, formally including Australia in the Landsat Next […]
WA Government fast-tracks mining approvals
The Western Australian Government has been fast-tracking mining exploration approvals to simplify the process and encourage further exploration activities. Last month, the Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety (DEMIRS) completed 313 ‘Program of Work’ applications, significantly reducing the backlog of pending assessments. This effort has slashed the average assessment time by more than […]
AusIMM opens Education Endowment Fund Scholarships
AusIMM is now inviting applications from both undergraduate and postgraduate students for the EEF Scholarship. Since 1989, the Education Endowment Fund (EEF) Scholarship has been dedicated to nurturing the next generation of mining professionals. The do this by offering; financial assistance mentorship, and; exceptional professional development opportunities. Australian citizens or permanent residents enrolled in mining-related […]
New WA rare earths deposit ‘world-class’
Victory Metals has struck gold—or rather, heavy rare earth elements and scandium—at their North Stanmore project in Western Australia. The find is being hailed as a ‘world-class’ deposit. This significant discovery has been acknowledged by the Geological Survey of Western Australia (GSWA). A division of the WA Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety. The […]
Critical minerals funding kicks off
The Australian Government has allocated significant grant funding to propel critical minerals projects in Queensland and South Australia. Queensland Pacific Metals (QPM) is set to receive $8 million to boost domestic production of nickel and cobalt. Meanwhile, Renascor Resources, based in South Australia, will receive $5 million for its pilot project focused on purified spherical […]
Evolution Mining and Genesis Minerals are celebrating robust gold production
Evolution Mining and Genesis Minerals are celebrating robust gold production achievements as they kick off the 2024–25 financial year (FY25). Evolution Mining Evolution Mining reported a significant 14% increase in gold production during the June 2024 quarter, yielding 212,070 ounces (oz) at an all-in sustaining cost (AISC) of $1275/oz. This marks a 13% decrease from […]
Australian Government fronts millions for critical minerals
A substantial new grant from the Australian Critical Minerals Research and Development Hub (R&D Hub) is set to revolutionise critical minerals research. This funding will empower a pioneering CSIRO research program. This program is aimed at advancing critical minerals technology and fostering global collaboration in critical minerals science. With a $2.5 million investment, the grant […]
The future of autonomous mining
The future of autonomous mining. XCMG automation manager Morgan David has a bold plan to usher Australia’s autonomous haulage solutions into a new era. Autonomous mining has evolved from science fiction to a reality in recent years. Major Australian mining companies are revolutionising their operations through advanced technology. The benefits of autonomous equipment enhanced productivity […]
WA mining legislation amendments to deliver certainty
The update on WA mining legislation amendments. The Western Australian Government has approved draft amendments to mining legislation to enhance the security of mining licenses and permits in the state. In 2017, a High Court case involving Andrew and Nicola Forrest and Stephen McKenzie Wilson determined that granted mining leases were invalid if they did […]