Canberra drivers hit with $3.1m in AI camera fines
New AI traffic cameras in Canberra issued $3.1 million in seatbelt fines in just 36 days. Hundreds of drivers dispute the penalties, claiming the technology is flawed. Read the full story.
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Rio Tinto-Glencore Merger Impact on Hunter Coal
A potential $300 billion merger between Rio Tinto and Glencore could see Rio return to the Hunter Valley Operations coal mine, with significant implications for jobs and the project's scaled-back expansion plans. Read the latest analysis.
Rio Tinto, Glencore Back in Merger Negotiations
Rio Tinto and Glencore confirm preliminary talks for a potential all-share merger that could create the world's largest mining company. Get the latest details.
Mining fleet rolls in for Lindian's Malawi rare earths play
Lindian Resources gears up for production at its Kangankunde rare earths project in Malawi, with key infrastructure advancing and a major offtake deal secured. Discover how this high-grade deposit fits into the global supply chain shift.
Titanium Sands files Sri Lanka mining licence application
Titanium Sands moves closer to developing its Mannar Island heavy mineral sands project, lodging a mining licence application. The project boasts a 318Mt resource and could generate nearly $2bn in stage one revenue.
Australian export agency backs Viridis' Brazil rare earths
Viridis Mining wins $US50m support from Export Finance Australia for its Colossus rare earths project in Brazil, marking a key step in Western supply chain security. Read the full story.
Rescue Mission for Miner Trapped Underground in QLD
A major rescue operation is underway in Central Queensland after a roof collapse at Curragh coal mine left one miner trapped a kilometre underground for over 27 hours. Two other workers were saved.
Market Square Owners Fight Over $5.6m Estate
The owners of Geelong's Market Square are locked in a Supreme Court fight over their mother's multimillion-dollar estate. Discover the family dispute details.
Worker missing after Curragh coal mine collapse
A mine collapse at Curragh coal mine has left one worker injured and another missing. Emergency services are on scene. Get the latest updates on this developing story.
How Cairns turned a pilot dispute into a $1.5M opportunity
Cairns tourism leader Mark Olsen transformed a pilot strike crisis into a $1.5 million economic win. Discover how resilience and innovation saved the region's key events.
Cancer patient's Airbnb holiday refund refused
A Melbourne mother undergoing urgent chemotherapy fights Airbnb for a refund after her diagnosis forced her to cancel a family holiday. Discover the policy loophole leaving her thousands out of pocket.
Troy Thompson loses court case against Townsville Council
Townsville businessman Troy Thompson has suffered another legal defeat in his long-running dispute with the Townsville City Council over a CBD property. Read the full details of the court's decision.
Three Critical Issues Shaping the Hunter's Path to 2050
As the Hunter Region looks towards 2050, three critical issues—coal mining's legacy, unchecked urban sprawl, and lagging education—will define its future success. Explore the cumulative impacts.
2026 Forecast for WA's Mining Industry Revealed
Expert predictions for Western Australia's mining sector in 2026. Will iron ore hold strong? Can lithium and rare earths rebound? Get the full analysis here.
Viridis jumps 39% on Brazil rare earths approval
Viridis Mining and Minerals shares surged 39% after securing a crucial environmental licence for its Colossus rare earths project in Brazil, a major de-risking milestone. Discover the project's strategic advantages and global implications.
Coal mine expansions referred after emissions warning
Two major NSW coal mine extensions have been referred for approval just days after the state's Net Zero Commission warned against them, sparking criticism from environmental groups.
WA miner fined $2.2m for unlawful operations
Gold Valley Group and owner Yuzheng Xie hit with massive fines for mining without authority. The case follows a worker's death at their Wiluna West site. Read the full details.
St George hits 139m rare earths record in Brazil
St George Mining delivers its thickest high-grade intercept yet at the Araxá project, hitting 139.45m at 4.05% TREO from surface. Discover the implications for this world-class resource.
Macmahon Wins $792M Queensland Coal Contract
Mining services giant Macmahon Holdings secures a major $792 million contract extension at the Dawson metallurgical coal mine in Queensland, boosting its order book and workforce. Read the full story.
SA Releases New Land Plots for Mineral Exploration
The South Australian government has released 13 new land parcels for mineral exploration, boosting the state's mining sector and creating new job opportunities. Read the full details.
Peabody resists further mining cuts near Woronora Dam
Peabody claims it cannot reduce its Helensburgh mine plans further without making the project uneconomic, despite warnings of 'serious and irreversible' damage to Sydney's drinking water catchment. Read the full standoff.
Wollongong skydive strike halts tourist jumps
Skydive Australia instructors in Wollongong have walked off the job over a bitter pay dispute, grounding holiday plans. The union warns of massive pay cuts under a new 'piece rate' deal.
Mine staff bid to buy Tahmoor Coal after $427m transfer
A consortium including Tahmoor mine staff is bidding for the colliery after documents revealed a $427m asset transfer to prop up Sanjeev Gupta's other companies. Creditors decide its fate on Monday.
Bigger Copper Target Found at Chile's Llahuin Project
FMR Resources' geophysics reveals a significantly larger, untested conductive body at the Llahuin copper-gold project in Chile. New drilling is now targeting the potential high-grade core.
Hospital staff wage fight looms in Townsville
Townsville University Hospital staff could lose up to a quarter of their wages in a bitter contract dispute. Unions warn of a devastating blow to workers and regional healthcare.
Teacher charged over alleged stabbing of Melbourne principal
A Melbourne teacher allegedly stabbed his principal after being told his contract would not be renewed. The 37-year-old faces multiple charges following the violent altercation at Keysborough Secondary College.
Hunter council proposes 29% rate rise for mining land
Muswellbrook Shire Council seeks a 29% rate increase exclusively on mining land to safeguard services as coal revenue declines. Public consultation is now open.
Teens sought after alleged assault at Tuggeranong nail salon
ACT Police are searching for six teenagers after a staff member at a Tuggeranong nail salon sustained serious facial injuries in an alleged dispute over unpaid services. Images of two girls have been released.
Mining Veteran Tim Goyder's $2.6m Coolgardie Bet Pays Off
Mining veteran Tim Goyder's $2.6 million investment in Coolgardie gold tenements has sparked a 500% surge for Minerals 260. Discover the strategy behind this golden run.
New SA Land Plots Released for Miners to Explore
The South Australian government has released 17 new land parcels for mineral exploration, covering over 1,700 square kilometres. Discover the key locations and what it means for the state's economy.
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