Liontown eyes lithium brine assets as strategic hedge
Liontown Resources reveals plans to acquire lithium brine operations in the Americas as hedge against battery chemistry changes. CEO Tony Ottaviano outlines expansion strategy.
Liontown Resources reveals plans to acquire lithium brine operations in the Americas as hedge against battery chemistry changes. CEO Tony Ottaviano outlines expansion strategy.
Lynas Rare Earths abandons Texas plant plans after failing to secure US government support. CEO cites 'America First' policy as key hurdle. Read the full analysis.
Protect your travels with fire-retardant bags for lithium batteries. Find the FirePro bag at Bunnings for $18.93. A must-have for responsible Australian travellers.
A 140-year-old Forrest family homestead in Bunbury sells for $7.6 million as investors bet on the region's growth, boosted by critical minerals deals and infrastructure improvements.
Federal judge compels Donald Trump to give deposition in James Comey defamation case. Legal showdown set for December 2025. Read the latest developments.
Venus Metals urges shareholders to reject QGold's 17-cent takeover offer, citing undervaluation of assets including Youanmi royalty and Rox Resources stake. Takeover bid runs until January 16.
Mount Ridley Mines identifies 33km of untested rare earths and gallium targets at Grass Patch Complex near Esperance, expanding its significant resource potential in Western Australia.
Aguia Resources appoints Tim Hosking as CEO to drive Brazilian phosphate production and Colombian gold revival. First phosphate output expected Q1 2026.
Kalamazoo Resources expands Ashburton gold project potential with new underground target and regional exploration across seven-kilometre corridor. Discover the growth outlook.
BHP's dramatic 3-day attempt to derail Anglo American's $60B Teck merger reveals copper's strategic importance. The failed bid raises questions about mining giant's growth strategy. Read the full analysis.
Lynas Rare Earths reports significant production delays at its Kalgoorlie refinery due to unsustainable power outages, now engaging WA Government for urgent solutions.
Viridis Mining secures $46 million funding package to accelerate its Colossus rare earths project in Brazil, positioning it as a strategic Western supply source. Discover how this deal transforms the critical minerals landscape.
St George Mining unveils exceptional rare earth and niobium results from Brazil's Araxá project, potentially reshaping one of the West's most significant critical minerals discoveries. Read the full analysis.
Estrella Resources intersects high-purity limestone up to 87m thick at Werumata project, potentially uncovering a 500m tonne resource. Manganese discoveries add to the dual-commodity opportunity.
Perth's Chariot Corporation begins small-scale lithium mining in Nigeria, targeting early revenues by 2026 while pursuing larger exploration. Read about Australia's African lithium push.
BHP confirms it will not pursue a $100 billion takeover of Anglo American after preliminary discussions. Read the latest on this major mining sector development.
Chinese firm Tianqi Lithium faces significant ATO tax dispute that could jeopardise access to $17.6 billion in critical minerals production tax credits for its Kwinana refinery joint venture.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers warns Coalition's rejection of net zero threatens billions in Australian investments. Read why this stance risks economic prosperity.
Explosive audio recordings reveal Donald Trump's interactions with Jeffrey Epstein. New evidence surfaces in ongoing investigations. Listen to the full analysis.
Westgold Resources CEO Wayne Bramwell narrowly secured an $8 million performance rights package after shareholders approved the deal by a slim margin. Read the full details.
Northern Minerals seeks Supreme Court approval to postpone its AGM after reporting suspected Chinese investor defiance to FIRB. Read the latest on Australia's rare earths battle.
Horizon Minerals nears completion of Phase 1 mining at Boorara and Phillips Find gold projects near Kalgoorlie, with significant cash distributions expected in early 2026 amid strong gold prices.
Major Australian airlines are banning in-flight power bank use from December to reduce fire risks. Learn the new rules for carrying these essential travel items.
Brazilian copper explorer Alvo Minerals rockets 178% after hitting massive sulphides just 40m below surface. Discover why this junior miner leads our ASX runners in a volatile market week.
Infini Resources expands drilling at Portland Creek uranium project, hitting high-grade mineralisation across multiple targets. First assays expected before year-end amid growing nuclear demand.
A 13-year-old Francis Greenway High School student rescued his 92-year-old neighbour from a devastating house fire in Thornton before heading to his Pizza Hut shift. Read this incredible story of bravery.
Virgin Australia and Qantas ban power banks in cabin luggage from December after multiple fire incidents. New safety rules restrict usage and storage of portable chargers.
Mineral Resources abandons plan to replace CEO Chris Ellison by mid-2026, adopting new three-stage succession strategy without arbitrary deadlines. Read the latest developments.
Canberra Times readers debate Graham Richardson's legacy, defend Trump's foreign policy, and voice concerns about renewable energy costs. Read diverse community opinions.
DevEx Resources shares surged 48% after appointing former Rio Tinto lithium chief Marnie Finlayson as MD. The Tim Goyder-chaired explorer's market cap hits $75M. Read more.