New “Internet of Things” focused cluster to encourage innovation and collaboration in the resource...
South Australian Manufacturing and Innovation Minister Kyam Maher has announced the establishment of an “Internet of Things” focused cluster for the mining and energy...
BHP Billiton appoints new Chairman
Former Amcor executive Ken MacKenzie has been appointed as BHP Billiton’s next chairman, effective 1 September.
Mr MacKenzie, who has been a Director of BHP...
Tanami gold mine expansion creates new jobs in the NT
Newmont Mining Corporation has completed the US$120 million expansion of its Tanami Operations at Granites Gold Mine in the Northern Territory.
The project, which is...
Macmahon Board urges shareholders to snub CIMIC’s takeover offer
The Board of Perth-based mining firm Macmahon has advised its shareholders to “take no action” in relation to CIMIC’s off-market offer to acquire all...
Shell Australia to invest $500m in new gas project in regional Queensland
Shell Australia has announced intentions to drill up to 161 new wells in regional Queensland to both boost gas supply to local customers and...
CFMEU commends NSW Government for broadening eligibility criteria for Resources for Regions program
The New South Wales Government has decided to broaden the eligibility criteria for Resources for Regions funding, with 11 communities eligible for funding under...
Downer EDI wins multiple mining services contracts worth $250m
Downer EDI’s mining services businesses have secured five separate contracts with a combined value of over $250 million.
Downer Blasting Services (DBS) has recently landed...
Caterpillar to axe 10,000 jobs
As part of an extensive cost-cutting program, machinery and manufacturing giant Caterpillar will be terminating 10,000 jobs.
The company said that its full year sales...
Australia, India ink critical minerals agreement
Australia and India have inked a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on critical minerals.
Resources Minister Keith Pitt said the announcement elevates the relationship between...
QRC encourages workers to apply for ‘well-paid’ resource jobs
The Queensland Resources Council (QRC) has reported a significant shortage of workers in the State's resources sector, from Townsville and Mt Isa in the...
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