Venus Metals rejects QGold's final takeover bid
Venus Metals Corporation urges shareholders to take no action, rejecting QGold's final $42.25m bid as the value of its key Rox Resources royalty surges past $40m.
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Rio Tinto Breaks WA Iron Ore Quarterly Shipment Record
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.
Hunter's toxic industrial legacy lingers, studies reveal
High levels of toxic contaminants remain in Newcastle suburbs a decade after studies identified risks. Discover the ongoing impact and community response.
BlueScope rejects Kerry Stokes' $13 billion takeover bid
BlueScope Steel's board has firmly rejected a $13 billion takeover bid from Kerry Stokes and US partner Steel Dynamics, calling it an undervalued and opportunistic move. The tussle for Australia's largest steelmaker continues.
BlueScope rejects $13bn takeover bid as undervalued
BlueScope Steel has firmly rejected a joint $13 billion takeover offer from SGH and Steel Dynamics, calling it an attempt to buy the company 'on the cheap'. Read the full details.
Stokes' BlueScope bid casts doubt on Whyalla Steelworks
Ryan Stokes lobs a $13bn takeover offer for BlueScope, potentially derailing its plan to acquire the struggling Whyalla Steelworks. We explain the high-stakes corporate battle.
SGH pushes BlueScope to accept $13.2bn takeover offer
SGH and Steel Dynamics propose splitting BlueScope's Australian and North American operations in a $13.2bn joint takeover. BlueScope's board is evaluating the $30-a-share offer.
Monadelphous wins $175m BHP contract for car dumper project
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.
SGH and US Partner Bid $1.3bn for BlueScope Steel
Investment firms SGH and US-based Attestor Capital have launched a joint $1.3 billion takeover bid for BlueScope Steel's North American building products arm. Read the full story on the proposed deal.
Civmec wins $400M BHP Port Hedland contract suite
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.
Townsville's 2032 Olympic plan scaled back, arena axed
Townsville's 2032 Olympic legacy plan has been dramatically scaled back, with a new arena proposal axed. The city will now focus on upgrading existing venues. Read the full story.
Hells Angel arrested at Sydney Airport over order breach
A Hells Angels sergeant-at-arms faces court after being arrested at Sydney International Airport, accused of breaching orders following a Maitland clubhouse 'takeover'. Read the latest on the police crackdown.
Forrestania's Kula takeover bid now unconditional
Forrestania Resources has declared its takeover offer for Kula Gold unconditional, clearing the path to create a consolidated gold explorer targeting production in 2026.
Perth's Serie A bid fails, but sporting reputation intact
Perth's ambitious bid to host a Serie A match has been officially rejected. WA's Deputy Premier Rita Saffioti insists the state's reputation as a premier sporting destination remains strong. Discover the details and what's next.
Bonanza gold hits expand historic WA mine's potential
Kula Gold's drilling at the historic Mt Palmer mine in WA has returned spectacular high-grade gold results, confirming a large-scale 3km mineralised system. The project is now a key target amid a takeover bid. Read more.
Venus Metals counters QGold's 'opportunistic' takeover bid
Venus Metals fights QGold's takeover, revealing a gold royalty & Rox stake worth over $46M. Board urges shareholders to take no action. Read the full story.
Treasurer's Christmas Deadline for Austal Takeover Bid
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has pledged a decision by Christmas on Hanwha's bid for a 19.9% stake in Austal. The move, under FIRB scrutiny, could reshape Australia's naval shipbuilding landscape.
BHP, Rio Tinto trial battery-electric haul trucks in Pilbara
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.
Mine staff bid to buy Tahmoor Coal after $427m transfer
A consortium including Tahmoor mine staff is bidding for the colliery after documents revealed a $427m asset transfer to prop up Sanjeev Gupta's other companies. Creditors decide its fate on Monday.
Perseus $21m Counterbid for Predictive Discovery
Perseus Mining has launched a $21 million all-cash counterbid for Predictive Discovery, securing the target's endorsement. The move shakes up the West African gold exploration sector.
Newcastle Knights Brand Eyed for New Netball Team
Wests Group plans to launch a Newcastle Super Netball team under the Knights banner if its 2027 expansion bid succeeds. A new $6.7 million training facility is proposed.
Wests' $6.7m Netball Base Backs Newcastle Bid
Wests Group unveils a $6.7 million high-performance netball facility in Mayfield, strengthening Newcastle's bid for a 2027 Super Netball franchise and boosting local sport.
Venus Metals rejects QGold's unsolicited takeover bid
Venus Metals urges shareholders to reject QGold's 17-cent takeover offer, citing undervaluation of assets including Youanmi royalty and Rox Resources stake. Takeover bid runs until January 16.
Venus Metals rejects QGold's unsolicited takeover bid
Venus Metals urges shareholders to ignore QGold's 17-cent takeover offer, citing undervaluation of assets including Youanmi royalty and Rox Resources stake. Takeover bid runs until January 16.
BHP's failed 3-day bid for Anglo American copper assets
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 walks away from Anglo American takeover bid
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.
Rinehart: Net-Zero Sacrificing Miner Dividends
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.
Australia Blocks US Takeover of SA Pharma Company
Treasurer Jim Chalmers blocks US firm's takeover of South Australian pharmaceutical company, citing national interest in healthcare security. Read the full details.
Adelaide's failed COP31 bid costs taxpayers $1.5M
SA Premier Peter Malinauskas reveals Adelaide's failed COP31 climate conference bid cost taxpayers $1.5 million, branding the selection process 'obscene'. The Premier remains committed to future hosting opportunities.
Muswellbrook's life after Mt Arthur mine closure
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.
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