Rio Tinto mothballs $4.5bn Serbian lithium project
Rio Tinto shelves controversial $4.5 billion Jadar lithium mine in Serbia following public protests and permitting delays. Read about the cost-cutting move.
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Hunter Valley miners end 25-year record strike with win
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's $2.6B Australian Copper Expansion
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.
Geelong CBD power outage causes widespread disruption
A major power outage hit Geelong's CBD, disrupting businesses and traffic signals. Powercor crews worked to restore electricity to affected areas. Stay updated on restoration efforts.
Mining Innovation Drives Australia's Economic Success
Assistant Minister Andrew Leigh reveals how innovation and productivity in Australia's mining sector are crucial for economic growth and global competitiveness. Discover the future of mining.
BHP pays $100k for unlawful Christmas work orders
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.
Hunter miners locked out as coal mine negotiations fail
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.
SA Workers Protest US E-commerce Impact on Local Jobs
Hundreds rallied in Adelaide against US e-commerce platforms threatening South Australian businesses and jobs. Learn how local enterprises are fighting back.
No Bang, Big Impact: 18 Minutes to Armageddon
Kathryn Bigelow's new Netflix film 'A House of Dynamite' explores the terrifying 18-minute countdown to a nuclear strike. Critics are divided, but the film's tense realism delivers a powerful warning.
Home detention cut in fatal crash case
A mother's heartbreak as the supervisor who caused her son's death has his sentence reduced. Read the full story of the Newcastle court case and the family's fight for justice.
Aurum hits 5m at 1107g/t gold outside resource
Australian miner Aurum Resources hits spectacular high-grade gold intercepts at its West African project, signalling major expansion potential beyond current resources.
PacGold's Perfect Drill Record in Queensland Gold Hunt
ASX-listed PacGold achieves remarkable exploration success, hitting gold mineralization in every drill hole at their Queensland target, signalling potential major discovery.
WA Labor revolt over mining sexual harassment failures
Western Australia's Labor government confronts mounting internal pressure as mining companies show disappointing uptake of crucial sexual harassment program, sparking outrage among party members.
Novo Strikes Bonanza Gold at Untested NSW Prospect
Novo Resources hits spectacular high-grade gold at its never-before-drilled Talga Talga prospect in NSW, with rock chips showing visible gold and assays revealing bonanza-grade results up to 113g/t.
45km Gold Strike Discovered in Western Australia
Exciting new gold discoveries in Western Australia's Great Southern region reveal continuous high-grade mineralisation across a massive 45km strike length, signalling major potential for the mining sector.
Vanessa Guthrie Appointed IGO Managing Director
Respected mining leader Vanessa Guthrie appointed as IGO's new managing director, bringing decades of experience to guide the company through lithium market challenges and Australia's critical minerals strategy.
How Aussie Tech Talent Drives Social Change Through Code
Discover how Australian developers and tech professionals are using their coding skills to drive positive social change and tackle community challenges across the nation.
BHP-Malabar deal to create 300 new mining jobs
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.
LNP Coal Plan Threatens Great Barrier Reef: Labor
The Australian Labor Party sounds alarm over LNP's energy strategy that prioritises coal expansion, potentially jeopardising the Great Barrier Reef's UNESCO World Heritage listing and Queensland's tourism industry.
PacGold fires up gold production at SA's Alice River
ASX-listed PacGold has officially commenced gold production at its promising Alice River project in South Australia, marking a significant milestone for the emerging miner and the state's resources sector.
Rio2 Scores US$50M Wheaton Deal for Chilean Gold Mine
Australian mining company Rio2 Limited secures game-changing US$50 million funding from Wheaton Precious Metals to accelerate construction of its Fenix Gold Mine in Chile, marking a significant milestone for the emerging gold producer.
Auric banks $1.1m from first WA Munda gold sales
Perth-based Auric Mining hits paydirt with first gold sales from Munda deposit, banking $1.1 million and signalling strong start for WA's newest gold operation.
TMK Energy Hits Record Gas Production in Mongolia
ASX-listed TMK Energy achieves breakthrough monthly gas flow at Snow Leopard Project, marking a pivotal moment for Mongolia's energy sector and company growth.
Kalamazoo's $1.4B Gold Bonanza in WA Mining Study
A groundbreaking mining study in Western Australia's Goldfields region has uncovered a staggering $1.4 billion gold opportunity, positioning Kalamazoo Resources for massive growth in Australia's booming resources sector.
Gateway Mining unearths 328 gold nuggets in WA
Gateway Mining's golden streak continues with another massive haul of 328 nuggets discovered at their Gidgee Gold Project in Western Australia's prolific mining region.
Mineral Resources CEO Faces Shareholder Pressure
AustralianSuper increases stake while L1 Capital sells down in Mineral Resources, creating uncertainty around Chris Ellison's leadership future and the company's strategic direction.
Lovedale Long Lunch Cancelled for 2026
The iconic Lovedale Long Lunch, a staple of the Hunter Valley's culinary calendar for decades, will not return in 2026. Discover why this beloved food and wine festival is ending and what it means for the local community.
Lithium & Tantalum Prices Soar: Aussie Miners Profit
Australian lithium producers including Pilbara Minerals, MinRes, Liontown and IGO are capitalising on skyrocketing prices for lithium by-product tantalum, creating a lucrative secondary revenue stream.
Queensland Copper Strike Tops $500 Million Valuation
True North Copper makes a massive copper discovery in Queensland, with mineral resources now valued over half a billion dollars, signalling a major boost for Australia's critical minerals sector.
South32 Cuts 100+ Jobs in Major WA Restructure
Mining giant South32 slashes more than 100 positions across its Perth headquarters and Worsley Alumina refinery in another blow to WA's resources sector.
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