Hunter coal crucial amid record global demand
NSW Minerals Council CEO argues Hunter coal mining remains vital for regional economy as global demand hits record 8.8 billion tonnes. Learn why supply restrictions would backfire.
NSW Minerals Council CEO argues Hunter coal mining remains vital for regional economy as global demand hits record 8.8 billion tonnes. Learn why supply restrictions would backfire.
The NSW Labor government will require coal mines to provide three years' notice before closing, protecting regional jobs and enabling economic transition through a new $27.3 million authority.
WA Nationals leader Shane Love calls state government's 2030 coal-fired power station shutdown target unrealistic. Learn why he says it threatens energy security.
NSW government establishes marine exclusion zone in Newcastle Harbour to prevent Rising Tide's climate blockade. 170 arrests occurred in last year's protest. Read more.
Rising Tide activists demand Port of Newcastle choose sides as thousands prepare to symbolically blockade world's largest coal port. Will they support climate action or coal corporations?
A $5 million federal initiative will transform Hunter's Mt Arthur and Macquarie Coal sites into sustainable assets, creating a national blueprint for economic resilience.
As BHP's Mt Arthur coal mine prepares to close in 2030, Muswellbrook residents demand a lasting positive legacy. New research reveals community hopes for post-mining future.
FutureCoal CEO Michelle Manook argues advanced coal technologies like CCS and HELE are delivering real emissions reductions, challenging pessimistic climate narratives while supporting global energy needs.
The NSW coal industry has condemned an upcoming 'Paddle out for Palestine' protest in Newcastle Harbour, designed to highlight Australian coal exports to Israel. Read the full story.
After decades in coal mines, Darryl Best advocates for renewable jobs in mining regions. As global markets shift, he warns political denial threatens communities more than energy transition.
The National Press Club faces criticism for hosting Futurecoal's CEO Michelle Manook, accused of promoting coal greenwashing. Experts warn this undermines climate action.
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.
Opposition Leader Sussan Ley says no new coal plants will be built under Liberal policy, focusing on renewables, gas, and nuclear while experts warn of price rises.
The former Kwinana coal-fired power station was demolished using controlled explosives, marking a major step in Perth's energy transition. Feel the shockwaves of change.
Discover the untold story of Hunter Valley's coal-mining pit horses and their lasting legacy through public art, from Scotland's Kelpies to local sculptures.
Coal Crusher becomes first dual winner of Newcastle's $1 million Hunter race day as thousands flock to Broadmeadow for glamorous event. Read the full story.
Coal Crusher becomes the first dual winner of Newcastle's $1 million The Hunter in a family affair for trainer Joseph Pride. Get the full race day recap and results.
Discover how Glencore's First Nations Pathways Program creates life-changing opportunities for Indigenous Australians in mining. Graduates share success stories and program details for 2026 applications.
83 students from three WA schools won an unforgettable trip to BHP's Newman iron ore mine, experiencing explosions, giant trucks and robotics in action. Discover their incredible journey.
Kimberley Mineral Sands and Re:Group insist excavator incidents at Thunderbird mine were minor. No injuries reported as WorkSafe investigates. Read the full details.
A major graphite mining project in North Queensland has received environmental approval, promising hundreds of jobs and positioning Australia in the global battery supply chain.
Rio Tinto shelves controversial $4.5 billion Jadar lithium mine in Serbia following public protests and permitting delays. Read about the cost-cutting move.
Rix's Creek miners secure 17% pay rise and improved injury provisions after seven-week strike - the longest industrial action in Hunter Valley in 25 years. Read the full victory story.
Sandfire Resources makes first Australian copper move since DeGrussa with $2.6B investment in MATSA mining complex. Discover how this shapes Australia's copper future.
BHP must compensate 85 coal miners after Federal Court rules they were unlawfully required to work Christmas and Boxing Day without reasonable refusal rights. Landmark decision sets precedent for public holiday work rights.
Bloomfield Group locks out Rix's Creek miners after negotiations break down. Union condemns the move as workers fight for a fair enterprise agreement in the Hunter Valley.
Mineral Resources secures a $1.2 billion cash injection by selling a 30% stake in its WA lithium assets to South Korea's POSCO, strengthening its balance sheet.
Ansteel replaces Australian workers with Chinese managers as Karara mine reports $803 million loss. Read how this impacts WA's mining industry and local employment.
BMC Minerals seeks $100M via ASX float to develop the major Kudz Ze Kayah silver-zinc project in Canada's Yukon. CEO calls it the best find in 25 years.
A major land transfer from BHP to Malabar Resources could spark a jobs boom in the Hunter Valley, with up to 300 new mining positions expected to be created at the Maxwell Underground Mine.