Tag: critical minerals
Queensland manufacturing boost as Vecco signs on to Townsville processing facility
The Queensland Government has announced that Vecco Group has been secured as the foundation customer for the Queensland Resources Common User Facility (QRCUF) in Townsville following the completion of major construction, marking a milestone for the state's critical minerals processing and advanced manufacturing sector.
Australia’s mining sector is entering the energy technology decade
Australia’s mining sector is entering a defining decade. Coordination between government and industry is strengthening, particularly around critical minerals and long-term supply. This is supporting a more stable outlook and reinforcing the role mining will play in Australia’s economic growth.
UQ researchers develop engineered fungi to recover critical minerals from mining waste
Researchers at The University of Queensland say engineered “super fungi” could offer a lower-impact method for recovering critical minerals from mining waste, while also contributing to site remediation efforts.
Governments commit $105M to critical minerals smelter project
Australian governments have committed a further $105 million to support critical minerals processing and manufacturing capability at Nyrstar's Hobart and Port Pirie smelters, backing continued operations while future investment options are assessed.
Qld launches $4M airborne survey to map North-West critical minerals potential
Queensland will invest up to $4 million in what it says will be Australia's largest high-resolution regional airborne gravity survey to support future critical minerals exploration in the state's north-west.
Critical minerals push continues as NSW approves Copi Mineral Sands development
The NSW Government has approved the $693 million Copi Mineral Sands Project in the State’s Far South West, in what is being positioned as a major development for Australia’s critical minerals supply chain and the energy transition.
2026-27 Federal budget targets manufacturing resilience amid global oil shock
Australia’s manufacturing sector is set to receive targeted support under the Federal Government’s $14.8 billion fuel resilience package, with Treasurer Jim Chalmers outlining measures aimed at strengthening supply chains, securing fuel supplies and supporting domestic production amid ongoing global oil disruptions.
Australian-first critical minerals facility opens in Sydney
New critical minerals processing facilities have been opened in Sydney, aimed at strengthening Australia’s capability to refine resources used in renewable energy technologies, defence applications and other advanced industries, according to a joint media release from the Australian Government.
Australia–Japan deal targets manufacturing growth through critical minerals cooperation
Australia has moved to strengthen cooperation with Japan on critical minerals, with a renewed focus on supporting onshore processing, refining and related manufacturing, following a bilateral meeting between Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in Canberra.
Funding boost to expand manufacturing and jobs in Victoria’s critical minerals sector
The Victoria Government has announced new funding aimed at boosting manufacturing opportunities and job creation through the development of its critical minerals sector, with grants now open to support early-stage work on antimony processing.
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