Services company SRG Global has secured multiple contracts with existing mining clients across Western Australia. The company has entered into a five-year term contract for maintenance services associated with the continuous enhancement of Bauxite Residue Disposal Area embankments as well as other civil services with South32 at the Worsley Alumina bauxite and alumina refinery operations in the southwest region of…
Read MoreHelix Resources, via subsidiary Leichhardt Resources, has entered into separate binding letter agreements with OD4 Tom Price Pty Ltd and Omni GeoX Pty Ltd, respectively, to acquire a 51% interest in a portfolio of Western Australia projects in the Bryah Basin. Under the terms of the agreements, Helix has the right to earn up to a 90% interest in each…
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Following a strategic review, Mineral Resources has decided to place its Bald Hill lithium mine in the Goldfields region of Western Australia on care and maintenance due to market conditions. “Placing Bald Hill on care and maintenance is a prudent decision but one not made lightly. The decision aligns with the work we have done across the company in recent…
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Queensland explorer Great Divide Mining has entered into a joint venture with Adelong Gold and its subsidiary, Challenger Mines, to recommence operations at the historic Adelong gold mine in New South Wales. “GDM was formed to rapidly evolve into a cash-flow mining business. This agreement sets us squarely on the path to producing our first gold in the near-term,” said…
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The International Mining and Resources Conference and Expo (IMARC) has wrapped up for 2024 in Australia, and has announced a return next year to Sydney. This year’s event clocked a record 9,000 delegates from 115 countries over its three days, which it filled with networking, learning and deal-making. IMARC Chief Operating Officer Anita Richards said the event is a cornerstone…
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Miner BHP will trial the first-ever, battery-electric Toyota HiLux double-cab ute prototype at its Port Hedland operations in Western Australia where it will be used in a range of applications traditionally performed by diesel-powered light vehicles. The trial will start in late November and run for about 12 months. “Joining with BHP to help further develop this HiLux BEV prototype…
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Newmont confirmed its Cadia operation in Orange, New South Wales, Australia has achieved The Copper Mark and The Molybdenum Mark following an independent assessment that recognised the responsible production practices at Australia’s largest underground mine. Cadia, Newmont’s first site globally to receive the award, successfully met more than 30 criteria needed in critical areas including environment, community, human rights and…
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An expert report by archeologists working for Fortescue Metals and the Yindjibarndi people found that more than a hundred heritage sites have been destroyed in Western Australia despite being protected under the State Aboriginal Heritage Act, reported the Australian Associated Press. The joint report was produced by Yindjibarndi Ngurra Aboriginal Corporation’s archaeologists Peter Veth and Caroline Bird, and Fortescue’s expert…
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Australian fine particle specialist RST Solutions has announced a partnership with New Zealand’s most capable hydroseeding company, Instant Green, to solve unique problems for clients. RST Solutions has been supplier of advanced products to Instant Green for a few years and the two companies have now formed a new partnership, taking the next step to providing advanced services and products…
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Engineering company Monadelphous Group has secured new contracts and several extensions for projects in Western Australia totaling A$160 million. The Australian-based company was awarded two one-year contract extensions for fixed plant maintenance services and sustaining capital projects across Rio Tinto’s iron ore operations in the Pilbara region. It has also secured a fabrication, supply, installation and commissioning contract at Rio…
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