The Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA)’s annual update on the state of workplace gender equality revealed that the average total remuneration gender pay gap has dropped to 21.7 per cent in 2023. This equates to a decrease of 1.1 percentage points (from 22.8 per cent in 2022), which is the second largest single year drop since WGEA began collecting employer data in 2014. Based on the results of WGEA’s largest ever Employer Census, the Gender Equality Scorecard 2022-23 covers 4.82 million Australian employees. The average annual pay difference between men and women has narrowed by $1,322, however, a gap of…
Gold mining company Newmont Corporation has acquired of Newcrest Mining Limited to create a world-renowned gold company with robust copper production. Newmont President and CEO said: “Our attention now turns to safely, efficiently, and responsibly integrating Newcrest’s assets and people into Newmont’s proven operating model, so we can accelerate the delivery of our value-focused strategy for all our stakeholders.” Featuring more than half of the world’s Tier 1 assets, Newmont’s unmatched portfolio of long-life operations, value-accretive projects, abundant exploration opportunities, and world-class talent will underpin year of profitable production in the world’s most favorable jurisdictions. This expanded portfolio will include…
The Minerals Council of Australia has commended the Senate for voting to split the federal government's industrial relations bill, and passing important legislation, "to help protect Australian workers". The Closing the Loopholes Bill intended to address problems relating to labour hire, casuals, gig workers and wage theft. Under the reasoning that it would ensure workers better conditions and pay, this single piece of legislation promised to implement all changes at once. Not all of the proposed changes were unanimously agreed upon and some business groups and ministers needed more time to consider all measures. Crossbench senators David Pocock and Jacqui…
The Western Australian Government is refocusing the state's activities in the rapidly evolving battery and critical minerals sector with the release of an important consultation paper. WA has seen rapid growth of battery and critical minerals industries since the introduction of the Battery and Critical Minerals Strategy in 2019. Since then, nickel sulphate and lithium hydroxide — key chemicals in lithium-ion batteries — refineries have been established, as well as two downstream rare earth processing plants. WA Energy Minister Bill Johnston said: “Western Australia is a globally significant battery and critical minerals processing hub and it is important we do…
Between 2022 and 2023, Western Australia's resources sector generated an unprecedented profit of $254 billion and contributed to the growth of jobs for six years in a row. Data from the Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety has revealed resources sales increased by $20 billion during 2021 to 2022, smashing the previous record of $251 billion set in the 2022 calendar year. The sector also broke employment records with more than 126,480 full time workers in WA. Iron ore continued its dominant position with historically high sales of $125 billion, supported by record production of 861 million tonnes. Lithium…
Innovation, craftmanship and industry standards were celebrated as the winners of Weld Australia’s 2023 South Australia Welding Excellence Awards were announced in Adelaide. Held at Glenelg Golf Club, the event showcased the world-class work being undertaken by local welders, fabricators and industry educators over the past 12 months. Weld Australia CEO Geoff Crittenden said: “The 2023 South Australian Welding Excellence shines a spotlight on the remarkable contributions made by our local talent, highlighting the relentless pursuit of excellence within the industry. At Weld Australia, we take immense pride in recognising and honouring those who are setting new standards in welding…
WA Regional Development Minister Don Punch recently addressed the Critical Minerals Industry Luncheon in Bunbury and discussed the unique opportunities presented by global demand for the South West’s critical minerals as the world decarbonises. The event provided a valuable platform for shining a light on how the South West can further seize opportunities opening up as demand increases for the region’s commodities, used in goods such as lithium batteries, and unlock jobs as part of Western Australia’s future as a global green energy superpower. The forum also offered a chance for attendees to hear more about the WA government's support…
