Greenbushes mine dust risk 'high', DWER orders action
WA's environmental regulator says dust from the Greenbushes lithium mine still poses a high risk. New suppression measures ordered as community pressure mounts.
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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.
Aguia lifts Santa Barbara gold recoveries in Colombia
Aguia Resources slashes costs and boosts gold recoveries at its Santa Barbara mine in Colombia to 70%, targeting 80% and positive cash flow. Read the full operational turnaround story.
Reach wraps up major WA gold drilling campaign
Reach Resources finishes a 5,281m drilling program at its Murchison South gold project, targeting a resource upgrade. Assays due in February will guide 2026 plans.
Aureka nails new gold structure at Victorian project
Aureka Limited has discovered a new mineralised structure with visible gold at its Comstock project in Victoria, boosting its near-term production potential. Read the full story.
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.
Townsville binman brings festive joy as Santa
A Townsville City Council worker is delivering Christmas magic to local kids by dressing as Santa on his garbage collection route. Meet the man behind the beard spreading joy.
Former CEO finds joy as Canberra Centre Santa Claus
Alan Evans, former CEO of NRMA and Medicines Australia, now spends his Christmas season as Santa at Canberra Centre, sharing wisdom and joy with families. Discover his heartwarming stories.
Coal mine expansions referred after emissions warning
Two major NSW coal mine extensions have been referred for approval just days after the state's Net Zero Commission warned against them, sparking criticism from environmental groups.
Council pushes to reinstate scrapped mine grouting fund
Newcastle councillors demand the return of a state fund to offset unpredictable mine subsidence costs, arguing its 2023 scrapping has stalled housing projects and $3B in investment.
WA Gold Miners Lead ASX Gains in 2025
Western Australian gold stocks have dominated the ASX200's best performers in 2025, delivering average gains of 159.5% as bullion soars. Discover the top companies and market outlook for 2026.
KalGold extends gold strike beyond 1.1km in WA
Kalgoorlie Gold Mining's drilling at its Pinjin project has doubled the strike length of primary gold mineralisation to 1.1km, confirming a significant orogenic system. Read the latest on this exciting WA gold discovery.
NAIF defers $160m loan for struggling Thunderbird mine
The Northern Australia Investment Facility defers repayments on a $160m loan to the Kimberley Mineral Sands venture as Sheffield Resources shares hit record lows. Read the full analysis.
Gateway Mining finds major gold system near Wiluna
Gateway Mining's drilling at its Yandal project near Wiluna has revealed a large-scale gold system at Mustang, with a 1.4km strike. Exploration to ramp up in 2025. Read the full story.
WA miner fined $2.2m for unlawful operations
Gold Valley Group and owner Yuzheng Xie hit with massive fines for mining without authority. The case follows a worker's death at their Wiluna West site. Read the full details.
Bonanza gold hits supercharge Ora Banda's WA mine
Ora Banda Mining strikes thick, high-grade gold extensions at its Sand King underground operation in WA, paving the way for major resource upgrades and extended production. Read the full story.
Taruga Strikes High-Grade Gold in New PNG Project
Taruga Minerals reports strong gold and copper assays from rock chips at its Gwamogwamo prospect in Papua New Guinea, validating historical data and setting the stage for 2026 drilling.
Pacgold reboots SA gold mine for 2026 production
Pacgold Limited has secured final approvals to restart gold leaching at its White Dam project in South Australia, targeting first gold pours in 2026 to fund Queensland exploration.
Dynamic Metals fires up WA gold exploration with EIS grant
WA explorer Dynamic Metals locks in govt co-funding for diamond drilling at Cognac West, while new gold-in-soil anomalies emerge at Leinster and Lady Jane projects. Read the latest on their expanding pipeline.
Horizon Hits 5,848g/t Gold in WA Drilling
Horizon Minerals uncovers spectacular visible gold and high-grade intercepts up to 5,848g/t at its Burbanks project near Coolgardie, boosting its strategy to feed the Black Swan plant.
Bunbury Rail Line Reopening Ruled Out for Lithium Haul
Talison Lithium confirms it will not reopen the Bunbury to Greenbushes rail line, opting for road transport. The decision impacts local infrastructure plans and lithium supply chains. Read the full analysis.
Macmahon Wins $792M Queensland Coal Contract
Mining services giant Macmahon Holdings secures a major $792 million contract extension at the Dawson metallurgical coal mine in Queensland, boosting its order book and workforce. Read the full story.
Ex-Wiluna boss vows to keep pressure on administrators
Former Wiluna Mining chair Milan Jerkovic pledges to continue his push for answers from FTI Consulting over the collapsed gold miner's administration. Key court developments and a major share sale unfold.
Perseus holds fire on West African gold merger gazump
Perseus Mining has refused to increase its $2.1bn takeover offer for Predictive Discovery, calling a rival Robex Resources merger 'inferior'. Read the latest on the West African gold battle.
Chalice halves Toodyay mine cost, Mitsubishi role unclear
Chalice Mining's Gonneville project near Toodyay is now viable at $820m, but funding from partner Mitsubishi remains pending. A major step for Australia's critical minerals.
Best Secret Santa Gift Ideas Under $50 in Australia
Struggling with Secret Santa? Discover 10 thoughtful, stylish, and budget-friendly gift ideas under $50, perfect for the Australian festive season. Find the perfect present now!
Peabody resists further mining cuts near Woronora Dam
Peabody claims it cannot reduce its Helensburgh mine plans further without making the project uneconomic, despite warnings of 'serious and irreversible' damage to Sydney's drinking water catchment. Read the full standoff.
Desperate Santa shortage hits WA weeks before Christmas
A critical Santa shortage in Western Australia has agencies issuing an SOS for teachers and coaches. With under three weeks to go, find out how the festive season is at risk and who's stepping up.
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.
Pacgold gears up SA's White Dam mine for gold production
Pacgold Limited is advancing its newly acquired White Dam gold operation in South Australia, with a major drill program underway and first doré bars expected early next year. Read more about this low-cost restart.
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