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Lynas CEO Amanda Lacaze Announces Retirement After 12 Years
Lynas Rare Earths CEO Amanda Lacaze announces her retirement, capping a 12-year tenure that transformed the company. Read about her legacy and the market impact.
Bondi hero cop diagnosed with rare, aggressive cancer
Inspector Amy Scott, hailed for stopping the Bondi Junction stabbing rampage, is now fighting a rare and aggressive breast cancer. A fundraiser has been launched to support the mother of two. Read her story and find out how to help.
Australia's Critical Minerals Strategy: What You Need to Know
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.
Rio Tinto, Glencore Back in Merger Negotiations
Rio Tinto and Glencore confirm preliminary talks for a potential all-share merger that could create the world's largest mining company. Get the latest details.
St George hits big niobium find beyond Brazil resource
St George Mining uncovers high-grade niobium zone at Araxá, Brazil, with thick intercepts from surface, signalling a major resource upgrade. Read the latest on this world-class discovery.
Mining fleet rolls in for Lindian's Malawi rare earths play
Lindian Resources gears up for production at its Kangankunde rare earths project in Malawi, with key infrastructure advancing and a major offtake deal secured. Discover how this high-grade deposit fits into the global supply chain shift.
Mysteriously Coloured Black Cockatoo Dazzles in South West
A rare black cockatoo with unique yellow plumage has been photographed in Dardanup. Experts believe the bird has a condition called leucism. Read the full story.
Titanium Sands files Sri Lanka mining licence application
Titanium Sands moves closer to developing its Mannar Island heavy mineral sands project, lodging a mining licence application. The project boasts a 318Mt resource and could generate nearly $2bn in stage one revenue.
Australian export agency backs Viridis' Brazil rare earths
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.
St George's Araxá project delivers standout drill results
St George Mining's latest drilling at its Araxá project in Brazil has returned exceptional rare earth and niobium grades, signalling a major resource upgrade. Read more about this world-class discovery.
Ex-Geelong player details rare cancer fight
Former Geelong footballer Damien Christensen opens up about his diagnosis of a rare appendix cancer and his ongoing recovery. Read his powerful story of resilience.
Jesy Nelson's twin babies diagnosed with rare SMA
Former Little Mix star Jesy Nelson reveals her eight-month-old twin daughters have been diagnosed with severe spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). The singer shares their heartbreaking journey and urgent call for early detection.
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.
Major Rare Earths Discovery in West Arunta Wilderness
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.
Two giant corpse flowers bloom simultaneously in Cairns
A spectacular and rare double bloom of the world's largest flower, the Titan Arum, has occurred at a private Cairns residence. Witness the 'Corpse Flower' phenomenon.
Sephora End of Year Sale: Rare Discounts on Beauty
Sephora's End of Year Sale is on now with up to 50% off makeup, skincare & fragrance. Snag rare deals on Fenty, Rare Beauty & more before Jan 18.
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.
Four Giant Corpse Flowers to Bloom in Cairns
A rare botanical event is unfolding in Cairns as four Amorphophallus titanum, or corpse flowers, prepare to bloom simultaneously. Witness this stinky spectacle at the Botanic Gardens!
2026 Forecast for WA's Mining Industry Revealed
Expert predictions for Western Australia's mining sector in 2026. Will iron ore hold strong? Can lithium and rare earths rebound? Get the full analysis here.
Red Metal steps up heap leach tests for Qld rare earths
Red Metal Limited accelerates metallurgical work at its Sybella rare earths project in Queensland. Large-scale column heap leach tests are now underway, with results expected to shape future mine studies. Read more.
Viridis jumps 39% on Brazil rare earths approval
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.
Geelong's Jasmyn Tate, 12, honoured for health battle courage
Geelong's Jasmyn Tate, 12, receives a prestigious award for her resilience through a lifelong health battle, including a rare condition and a heart transplant. Read her inspiring story.
Mt Ridley Mines signs US lab deal for WA critical minerals
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.
Pool shade gift transforms life for WA boy with rare condition
A Perth family's summer is transformed after a Telethon initiative gifts a UV-blocking pool shade for their son Toby, who has rare Cockayne Syndrome. Read this heartwarming story of community support.
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.
St George hits 139m rare earths record in Brazil
St George Mining delivers its thickest high-grade intercept yet at the Araxá project, hitting 139.45m at 4.05% TREO from surface. Discover the implications for this world-class resource.
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.
SA Releases New Land Plots for Mineral Exploration
The South Australian government has released 13 new land parcels for mineral exploration, boosting the state's mining sector and creating new job opportunities. Read the full details.
Rare yellow black cockatoo spotted in ACT nature reserve
A stunning Yellow-tailed Black Cockatoo with rare yellow plumage, nicknamed Limoncello, has been photographed in an ACT nature reserve, sparking massive online interest. Discover the genetic story behind this unique bird.
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