Australia is betting big on critical minerals with a $22.7 billion strategy. Discover what they are, their vital uses, and which ones are driving the global energy transition. Read the full analysis.
Hydrix, Patagonia Lithium, ETM and AdAlta delivered explosive gains on the ASX this week. Discover the deals and global events behind the rallies. Read more.
A 49-year-old man has died after being shot by NSW Police during a mental health incident in Springfield. The hours-long siege ended tragically on Wednesday night.
A 49-year-old man has died after being shot by police following a six-hour siege at Springfield. A critical incident investigation is now underway. Read the latest details.
European nations pledge major financial support for Greenland's renewable energy and critical minerals sector. A strategic move for energy security and climate action. Read the full story.
Western Australia's top lithium stocks surged $2.8 billion in value on Tuesday, driven by a sharp price recovery and strong demand for battery metals. Discover the key players and market forces.
Viridis Mining wins $US50m support from Export Finance Australia for its Colossus rare earths project in Brazil, marking a key step in Western supply chain security. Read the full story.
A 52-year-old man is in a critical condition after a medical episode following his arrest by NSW Police in Homebush. A critical incident investigation is now underway.
TMK Energy's Gurvantes project in Mongolia records a fifth consecutive monthly gas production increase, hitting new highs and advancing towards commercialisation in 2026.
Dateline Resources bolsters its board with two seasoned North American mining executives to advance its Colosseum gold-rare earths project in California and its US critical minerals strategy. Discover the strategic moves.
A baby boy is fighting for life after being found unresponsive in a bath in Corio. Emergency services rushed to the scene on Monday afternoon.
A NSW Police sergeant faces court over a crash in South Kempsey that left a pedestrian with serious injuries. The officer's employment is under review.
Encounter Resources has uncovered a massive rare earths deposit in WA's remote West Arunta. The find promises to boost Australia's critical minerals supply. Read more on the breakthrough.
A man is fighting for life after being struck while outside his vehicle on Brisbane's Logan Motorway. Police are investigating and appealing for dashcam footage.
Horizon Minerals delays its Black Swan feasibility study to March, eyeing a major throughput boost as gold prices soar past A$6700/oz. First gold is targeted for late 2026.
A 21-year-old man was critically injured after a stabbing at the OG Hotel in Klemzig, Adelaide. Police are searching for two suspects who fled the scene. Witnesses urged to come forward.
Viridis Mining and Minerals shares surged 39% after securing a crucial environmental licence for its Colossus rare earths project in Brazil, a major de-risking milestone. Discover the project's strategic advantages and global implications.
Victoria Police will deploy officers with semi-automatic rifles around the MCG for the cricket match, citing the current threat environment. Fans urged to be aware.
A cyclist is fighting for life after a hit-and-run collision on Spit Rd in Mosman. Police are investigating and urge witnesses to come forward.
Kaili Resources rocketed 39,650% in 2025's ASX frenzy. Discover the year's top performers, from gold majors to critical minerals stars, and the sectors that took a beating. Get the full analysis.
Perth's Mt Ridley Mines will ship ore samples to a top US national lab for processing studies, advancing its role in allied critical mineral supply chains. Read the full story.
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.
American West Metals will launch a major drill program in Utah targeting critical gallium and indium, following high-grade discoveries. Read about the push for US mineral security.
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.
Exclusive first look at the $100 million Townsville University Hospital expansion. See the new critical care tower and how it will transform healthcare for North Queensland. Read the full story.
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.
Police provide a tragic update after a woman's body was discovered in a vehicle parked outside a South Coast station. Investigations are ongoing.
Police have launched a critical incident investigation after a woman's body was discovered in a car outside Lake Illawarra police station. The death is under independent review.
A 48-year-old woman was discovered deceased in a parked vehicle outside the Lake Illawarra police station. Police believe she may have been there for three days. A critical incident has been declared.
Gina Rinehart-backed Vulcan Energy has secured a near $4 billion funding package, kickstarting construction on its landmark Lionheart lithium and renewable energy project in Germany's Upper Rhine Valley. Read the full story.