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.
A federal inquiry examines the worsening financial state of Australian local governments, with Hunter councils highlighting unsustainable costs from climate change, tourism, and state mandates. Will it lead to real change?
Kaiser Reef reports a stellar quarter with gold production boosting cash reserves to $43.1 million. The Henty mine in Tasmania and Maldon project in Victoria drive strong cash flow and expansion plans.
Ramelius Resources remains on track for full-year gold targets despite a quarterly dip. First ore from the high-grade Never Never deposit is expected within months. Read the latest.
Aguia Resources appoints Tim Hosking as Managing Director to steer its dual-commodity production in South America, with first phosphate output from Brazil slated for this quarter. Read more on the company's expansion plans.
Pacgold Limited has commenced cyanide irrigation at its White Dam heap leach gold project in South Australia, targeting early production and cash flow to fund wider exploration. Read more.
A Christmas bushfire slashes production at Newmont's Boddington mine, while Bellevue Gold faces another explosive misfire. Get the latest on the impacts to Australia's gold sector.
Northern Star Resources faces negative cashflow after a month-long plant failure at Kalgoorlie's Super Pit, worsened by Christmas staff shortages. CEO Stuart Tonkin defends maintenance of ageing assets. Read the full update.
WA's first Local Government Inspector, Tony Brown, now has full powers to oversee councils, issue fines up to $24,000, and recommend suspensions. The reforms aim to stamp out poor conduct.
TMK Energy's Gurvantes project in Mongolia records a fifth consecutive monthly gas production increase, hitting new highs and advancing towards commercialisation in 2026.
Northern Star Resources cuts its 2026 gold production forecast due to equipment failures at WA and US mines. Shares fell over 8%. Full details on the operational setbacks.
Western Australia's grain harvest is on track to approach a record 22 million tonnes, overcoming frost, rain, and logistical hurdles. Discover the resilience behind the numbers.
A unique Perth industrial property, where liquid cocaine is legally made for surgery, has sold for a multi-million dollar sum. The pharmaceutical tenant remains. Read the exclusive details.
Chile's landmark lithium partnership boosts state control, reshaping global supply. See how this affects Australia's world-leading WA lithium sector and local joint ventures.
Peninsula Energy has begun a critical acidification phase at its Lance uranium project in Wyoming, USA, keeping it on schedule for first yellowcake production in early 2026. Read the latest update.
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.
Cockburn councillors vote 7-2 to bring public petitions back to council meetings, overturning a 2017 policy. The move aims to enhance local democracy despite staff concerns over cost.
Shire of Murray CEO Dean Unsworth has been awarded the 2025 Local Government Leader of the Year title at the IPAA WA Achievement Awards. Discover his collaborative leadership and key achievements.
South32's Mozal aluminium refinery in Mozambique will be mothballed by March due to a deadlocked power supply deal, impacting global aluminium production. Read the full story.
East Fremantle councillors have unanimously voted to receive superannuation payments, backdated to the October elections. The move aligns the Town with larger councils.
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Discover Newcastle's best local businesses for Christmas 2025. Support community enterprises offering puddings, trees, markets and festive experiences while boosting the local economy.
MCSV launches revolutionary short drama infrastructure combining AI and blockchain, targeting 30-50 productions annually by 2027. Discover how this could transform digital entertainment.
Altech Batteries has locked in the final design for its sodium-nickel-chloride battery systems, with first production slated for next year. Five sites in the Netherlands are ready for installation.
The massive $1.7 billion Eva Copper Mine project secures the future of Glencore's Phosphate Hill operations, creating hundreds of jobs and boosting Queensland's economy. Discover how this investment transforms the region.
MCSV launches revolutionary short drama infrastructure combining blockchain and AI technology. The platform aims to transform global digital content production and distribution by 2030.
Aguia Resources appoints Tim Hosking as CEO to drive Brazilian phosphate production and Colombian gold revival. First phosphate output expected Q1 2026.
Lynas Rare Earths reports significant production delays at its Kalgoorlie refinery due to unsustainable power outages, now engaging WA Government for urgent solutions.
Horizon Minerals nears completion of Phase 1 mining at Boorara and Phillips Find gold projects near Kalgoorlie, with significant cash distributions expected in early 2026 amid strong gold prices.
TMK Energy sets new daily gas record in Mongolia's Gurvantes project, pumping 500 cubic metres as company advances toward commercial production in 2026. Read more.