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Altech's salt batteries clear final design hurdle

Altech Batteries has locked in the final design for its sodium-nickel-chloride battery systems, with first production slated for next year. Five sites in the Netherlands are ready for installation.

Viridis locks $46m for Brazil rare earths development

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.

Schoolboy saves elderly woman from Thornton house fire

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.

Australian airlines ban power banks on flights

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.

Billionaire increases stake in Venus Metals

QCoal founder Chris Wallin quietly increases Venus Metals stake to 26.21% as the company's exposure to Youanmi gold project and royalty stream gains momentum. Discover the strategic moves.

WA home battery scheme defends 'steady start'

WA's Energy Minister defends the home battery scheme's progress as a 'steady start' with 4,605 rebates paid, aiming for 100,000 by 2030. Discover the benefits and future plans.

Major Queensland Graphite Mine Gets Green Light

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.

American West Metals Lists on US OTCQB Exchange

American West Metals debuts on US OTCQB Venture Exchange as AWMLF, tapping into booming investor interest for critical minerals. Discover how this positions the company in America's supply chain revival.

E-Bike Safety Crisis: Australia's Deadly Electric Boom

As e-bike popularity surges across Australia, alarming safety concerns and tragic fatalities spark urgent calls for regulation and rider education. Discover the hidden dangers of lithium-ion batteries and what experts say needs to change.

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.

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.

Australia-Canada critical minerals pact bypasses China

In a strategic power move, Australia and Canada have agreed to stop competing and instead collaborate on critical minerals, creating a new supply chain that bypasses China and reshapes global energy markets.

Aussie Miners Forge US Rare Earths Alliance

Two Australian mining heavyweights join forces to supply critical minerals to American defence contractors, creating a new Western supply chain for rare earth elements essential for modern technology.

Forrest's 'crazy' rare earths plan needs patience

Fortescue Metals chairman Andrew Forrest defends his bold rare earths strategy, urging investors to embrace his 'crazy' plan that could reshape global supply chains and challenge China's dominance.

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