A major Barclays report suggests Rio Tinto should acquire Glencore to solve its looming copper supply deficit. This strategic move could reshape the global mining landscape. Read the full analysis.
Rio Tinto set a new quarterly iron ore shipment record, hitting 90.8Mt in Q4 2025 to meet annual guidance. BHP and Fortescue also posted strong results despite China tensions. Read the full analysis.
High levels of toxic contaminants remain in Newcastle suburbs a decade after studies identified risks. Discover the ongoing impact and community response.
A major Rio Tinto shareholder demands a 'merger, not a takeover' with Glencore, warning CEO Simon Trott faces his first major capital discipline test. Read the full analysis.
A potential $300 billion merger between Rio Tinto and Glencore could see Rio return to the Hunter Valley Operations coal mine, with significant implications for jobs and the project's scaled-back expansion plans. Read the latest analysis.
Rio Tinto and Glencore confirm preliminary talks for a potential all-share merger that could create the world's largest mining company. Get the latest details.
Engineering giant Monadelphous kicks off 2026 with a major $175 million contract win from BHP for works at the Port Hedland iron ore facility. Read the full details.
Rio Tinto's share price surged to a record, driven by a strategic lithium acquisition and strong iron ore prices. Discover how the mining giant's counter-cyclical move is now delivering major returns.
Civmec lands major work on BHP's Port Hedland debottlenecking project in a contract suite worth up to $400 million. The deal boosts local jobs and iron ore export capacity. Read the full details.
Rio Tinto and partners commit $519 million for a feasibility study at the massive Rhodes Ridge iron ore deposit in the Pilbara, unlocking a potential major new supply hub. Read the latest on this critical mining development.
Rio Tinto's new iron ore boss, Simon Trott, outlines a steady, value-focused strategy. Analysts see it as reassuring for investors, not a radical shift. Get the full analysis.
BHP and Rio Tinto have begun trialling Caterpillar battery-electric haul trucks at a Pilbara iron ore mine, a critical step towards their 2050 net-zero targets. Discover how this tech could transform mining.
WA-born Rio Tinto CEO Simon Trott outlines a plan to unlock up to $15bn by selling assets and cutting costs, aiming for a 'sharper, simpler' mining giant. Read his full strategy.
Rio Tinto CEO Simon Trott outlines plans for up to US$10 billion in asset sales to streamline the mining giant's portfolio. Discover the strategy and potential impacts.
Rio Tinto's inaugural shipment of high-grade iron ore from Guinea's Simandou project is on its way to China, marking a pivotal moment for global supply. Discover the details and implications.
Uranium developer Deep Yellow names Rio Tinto's Greg Field as new MD, following investor unrest over John Borshoff's departure. Read the full story.
Uranium miner Deep Yellow names ex-Rio Tinto MD Greg Field as CEO, replacing John Borshoff after investor unrest. Field to focus on Tumas and Mulga Rock projects. Read more.
BHP's dramatic 3-day attempt to derail Anglo American's $60B Teck merger reveals copper's strategic importance. The failed bid raises questions about mining giant's growth strategy. Read the full analysis.
BHP confirms it will not pursue a $100 billion takeover of Anglo American after preliminary discussions. Read the latest on this major mining sector development.
Gina Rinehart claims BHP and Rio Tinto dividends are being sacrificed for net-zero, citing low public support and regulatory strain on mining. Discover the full story.
As BHP's Mt Arthur coal mine prepares to close in 2030, Muswellbrook residents demand a lasting positive legacy. New research reveals community hopes for post-mining future.
The Australian resources industry mourns Dr Erica Smyth AC, a geologist who broke barriers for women and served on over 60 boards. A true game-changer.
The federal government is negotiating a power purchase agreement with Snowy Hydro to secure Tomago Aluminium's future, preventing the loss of up to 4500 jobs in the Hunter Valley.
Rio Tinto halts its $215 million BioIron pilot plant in East Rockingham, shifting focus to Calix's Zesty technology for green steel production in Western Australia.
83 students from three WA schools won an unforgettable trip to BHP's Newman iron ore mine, experiencing explosions, giant trucks and robotics in action. Discover their incredible journey.
BHP's landmark Federal Court loss over Christmas rosters sets precedent for WA mining industry. Learn how this ruling impacts employment agreements.
A groundbreaking mobile app from Perth Children's Hospital is set to transform type 1 diabetes care for over 1200 WA children and their families, easing the daily management burden.
Rio Tinto shelves controversial $4.5 billion Jadar lithium mine in Serbia following public protests and permitting delays. Read about the cost-cutting move.
BHP must compensate 85 coal miners after Federal Court rules they were unlawfully required to work Christmas and Boxing Day without reasonable refusal rights. Landmark decision sets precedent for public holiday work rights.
Perth Zoo is set for a $10 million transformation with a new immersive Pilbara habitat, funded by BHP. The learning space, opening 2028, will showcase native wildlife. Learn more about this exciting development.