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Five WA mining projects to watch closely in 2026

From lithium to rare earths, Western Australia's mining sector is poised for major moves in 2026. Discover the five key projects, including Bald Hill and Thunderbird, set to define the state's resources future.

Iluka Resources makes 91 staff redundant

Iluka Resources has made 91 employees redundant, including 38 at its Perth HQ, following the suspension of its Cataby mineral sands mine. Read the full details on the job cuts and market impact.

Dateline locks in water and land for US gold project

Dateline Resources takes a major step at its Colosseum gold and rare earths project, securing critical water rights and infrastructure. The move de-risks development as the feasibility study advances.

Boddington Bushfire Alert on Christmas Day

A major bushfire is threatening the Boddington gold mine and town south-east of Perth. An Emergency Warning is in place. It is too late to leave. Read the latest updates and survival advice.

Emergency Bushfire Warning for Boddington Gold Mine

An out-of-control bushfire near Boddington Gold Mine has triggered an Emergency Warning. Over 300 hectares burnt. Residents and workers urged to leave immediately. Latest updates and safety advice.

Gerringong balcony collapse injures two

A man and woman suffered serious ankle injuries after a balcony collapsed in Gerringong. Special operations paramedics treated the scene. Read the latest.

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.

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.

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.

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