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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.

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.

FNQ Child Safety Inquiry Moves to Brisbane

Queensland's child protection system faces scrutiny as Far North Queensland officials travel to Brisbane for urgent hearings on regional safety failures.

Airdrill fined $115k over worker's crushing death

A West Australian drilling company has been slapped with a $115,000 penalty for failing to maintain a safe workplace, leading to the tragic death of a worker who was crushed by heavy machinery.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Toddler unharmed in Hume Highway crash miracle

A Melbourne family shares their life-saving advice after their toddler walked away unharmed from a terrifying multi-vehicle collision on the Hume Highway, highlighting the critical importance of proper car seat safety.

Coroner demands urgent fix at deadly Geelong crossing

A Victorian coroner has called for immediate safety upgrades at a dangerous Geelong level crossing where truck driver John Stubbs lost his life, highlighting systemic failures in railway infrastructure.

SA's Rare Earths Boom: The Critical Minerals Revolution

South Australia stands at the brink of an economic transformation as rare earths and critical minerals take centre stage. Discover how these valuable resources could secure our state's future and position Australia as a global leader in the clean energy r

Locksley Exec Takes Helm at Mt Ridley Project

Experienced mining leader Andrew Parker transitions from Locksley Resources to spearhead the strategic development of the promising Mt Ridley project, marking a significant shift in Western Australia's mining landscape.

Mine explosion survivor faces permanent hearing loss

Mackenzie Stirling, the 24-year-old sole survivor of Cobar's Endeavor Mine explosion, confronts permanent hearing damage as new medical reports reveal the devastating long-term consequences of the workplace tragedy.

Cairns e-scooter crash: Man hospitalised after Woree collision

A man has been rushed to Cairns Hospital with serious injuries following a terrifying collision between an e-scooter and a car on Pease Street in Woree. Emergency services responded to the incident that has reignited safety concerns about e-scooter use on

Distracted crew caused Leeuwin II horror crash

Australian transport investigators reveal how distracted crew and pilots contributed to the terrifying Leeuwin II training ship crash off Western Australia's coast, with safety recommendations now issued.

Aussie Miner's Burkina Faso Gold Battle Drags On

An Australian mining company faces prolonged tensions with Burkina Faso's military government over a contested gold mine stake, highlighting the risks facing resource firms in West Africa's unstable political landscape.

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