How core logging could become quicker and more reliable
A new partnership between the MinEx Cooperative Research Centre (MinEx CRC) and CSIRO aims to revolutionise core logging in the resources industry through augmented reality (AR) technology. Core logging is a crucial aspect of mineral exploration, but it can be time-consuming and prone to human error. Geologists often face challenges in integrating diverse data streams […]
BHP Continues Its Commitment to AFLW for 2024 Season
BHP is proudly extending its partnership with the AFLW for the upcoming season, building on a collaboration that began in 2019. As the AFLW season kicked off this past weekend, BHP is focused on enhancing equality and opportunities in both the business and sporting realms by supporting Australia’s premier women’s sports league. Geraldine Slattery, BHP’s […]
Caterpillar Unveils Innovative Energy Management Solution for Mining
Caterpillar has launched an innovative solution aimed at tackling a key challenge in the mining industry’s transition to renewable energy: energy management. Introducing the Cat Dynamic Energy Transfer (DET) system, this new technology enables energy transfer for both diesel-electric and battery-electric mining trucks, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and minimising downtime. Developed entirely by Caterpillar, the […]
High Demand for Resource Workers in Western Australia
Western Australia is experiencing a surge in demand for resource workers. This is driven by nearly 50 mining and oil and gas projects in the state’s investment pipelines. Key sectors like lithium and critical minerals are bolstering a stable labour market. Future energy initiatives—encompassing oil, gas, and LNG—are expected to attract a total investment of […]
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 […]
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 […]