Sydney childcare centre closed after 12 years of breaches
A western Sydney childcare centre with a 12-year history of safety failures has been permanently closed by regulators. Discover the details of the crackdown.
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Unis launch ad campaign to defend foreign students
Australia's universities are launching a major campaign to highlight the economic importance of international students, as political pressure grows to cut migration numbers. Get the full story.
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.
Hunter school cleaners become permanent public employees
More than 600 school cleaners in the Hunter and Central Coast begin 2026 as permanent NSW public sector employees, marking the first shift to public hands in 30 years.
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.
$312k WA uni review part of $46m consultant spend
A $312,000 review of WA's universities remains unpublished as the Cook Government defends spending $46 million on external consultants over two years. Read the full story.
Corruption Warning After Perth Rail Manager Helps Mate's Firm
WA's corruption watchdog issues a stark warning after a senior Perth rail manager helped a friend's company win taxpayer-funded work. Read the full report.
Woodside CEO Meg O'Neill to Depart for BP, Succession Race Begins
Woodside Energy CEO Meg O'Neill is leaving to join BP, triggering a major leadership search. Who are the frontrunners to helm Australia's energy giant? Read the latest analysis.
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.
Woodside CEO Meg O'Neill Departs to Lead Global Giant BP
Woodside Energy CEO Meg O'Neill has resigned to take the helm at British oil major BP. The surprise move triggers a leadership transition at Australia's largest gas producer.
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.
Public Service 2026: Budget, IR & Whistleblower Changes
A look ahead at the major themes facing the Australian Public Service in 2026, from fiscal constraints and flexible work to landmark whistleblower protections. Discover what the new year holds.
Consumer shift from supermarkets may not impact industry
Experts warn a growing consumer shift away from major supermarkets may not curb their power. Farmers demand fair treatment as distrust in Coles and Woolworths hits record highs.
SA Mining Bill Sparks Farmland Feud
South Australia's mining and agricultural sectors clash over new legislation granting explorers easier access to farmland. Farmers claim they are an 'afterthought'. 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.
Charity Law Chaos: Australia's Not-for-Profit Regulatory Mess
Australia's 600,000 community groups face a nightmare of overlapping state and federal regulations. Denis Moriarty argues the system is broken and needs a reboot. Read why.
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.
'Jobs for Mates' Report Slams Public Service Appointments
A new report reveals systemic 'jobs for mates' appointments in the Australian public service, sparking calls for urgent reform. Read the full investigation.
Weak response to jobs review erodes government trust
The Australian government's tepid response to a damning review into public sector appointments undermines public confidence. Read why stronger action is needed to restore integrity.
WA Economic Lead Narrows, Commercial Property Strong
A new JLL report forecasts WA's economic lead over other states will narrow as resource demand moderates, but defence, critical minerals and a tight industrial market will drive commercial property. Read the full analysis.
Watt admits oversight failure in $96m BoM website tender
Environment Minister Murray Watt concedes greater oversight was needed in the Bureau of Meteorology's $96 million website rebuild, as costs for one contract soared from $33m to $77m. Read the full details.
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.
Govt releases 'jobs for mates' report, rejects key reforms
The Albanese government has finally published the Briggs report into public board appointments, which criticises 'patronage and nepotism'. Discover the findings and the government's new framework.
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.
Viridis on track for Brazil rare earth licence approval
Viridis Mining and Minerals is set to secure its Preliminary Licence for the Colossus rare earths project in Brazil on 19 December, marking a key step for one of the West's largest deposits. Read the latest on this strategic development.
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