Projects & Operations Queensland court ruling advances Whitehaven coal mine plans Whitehaven has cleared a legal hurdle for Winchester South, with attention turning to outstanding approvals and potential savings from neighbouring Daunia.
People & Workforce Helicopter grounding puts mining contractor risks in spotlight A flight ban on Pilbara helicopter operator Sky High Helicopters has raised questions about mining contractor oversight amid allegations of serious aviation safety breaches.
Projects & Operations Matsa, Blue Cap clash over $67m Devon claim Matsa Resources faces a critical creditor vote as its dispute with Blue Cap Mining threatens the future of the Devon gold mine in WA.
Economics & Commodity Prices Gold ETFs roar back as investors chase safety Australian gold ETFs attracted a record US$416m in the September quarter as investors piled back into bullion, pushing local holdings to an all-time high.
Projects & Operations Tivan lifts Speewah resource confidence as investment decision looms Tivan has lifted indicated resources at its Speewah fluorite project by 37%, strengthening the mine plan ahead of a targeted 2027 investment decision.
Projects & Operations BHP awards $200m contract to keep Pilbara iron ore flowing BHP has awarded Q H & M Birt a $200m contract for its Ministers North iron ore project, advancing plans to replace declining production at Yandi.
Politics & Regulation Blackwater expansion faces rehabilitation test Whitehaven Coal’s proposed Blackwater mine expansion could unlock 200mt of additional coal, but rehabilitation obligations and regulatory conditions remain key hurdles.
Projects & Operations Sunrise’s scandium green light raises US funding stakes Sunrise has approved its Syerston scandium project, but conditions attached to a proposed US$400m US government loan remain a key hurdle.
▶Friday, 30 October 2026On The Record: What Contractors Can Do To Keep Themselves SafeAustralia’s mining industry is one of the most regulated in the world. But even with advanced safety systems and more technology than ever, workers are still getting hurt. So is all that…
Getting a head start on AASB S2 will be critical for mid-tier miners and mining-service providers.NettZero emphasise the clock is already running for a new wave of Australian businesses required to report under the country’s mandatory climate reporting regime.
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