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  • 17 Jul, 2026

    Bayan Mining partners with UQ to optimise yttrium processing tech

    Bayan Mining and Minerals Ltd. has partnered with the University of Queensland (UQ) to launch a research programme aimed at optimising its exclusive yttrium processing technology. The three-month Phase 1 res... more

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    17 Jul, 2026

    BHP union workers begin landmark strike in Port Hedland

    Unionised workers at BHP's Port Hedland operations have started an eight-hour strike on July 17, launching one of the most significant industrial disputes to hit Western Australia's resources sector in 25 years... more

  • Temporary reprieve for workers as embattled Liberty Bell Bay smelter sale falls apart

    17 Jul, 2026

    Liberty Bell Bay manganese smelter to close after sales talks collapse

    Australia's last domestic manganese smelter is shutting down with immediate effect, ending more than 60 years of industrial history in northern Tasmania. The administrators of the Liberty Bell Bay smelter, E... more

  • Western Australia streamlines mining approval process with new guidelines

    15 Jul, 2026

    WA Premier appoints new mines minister to lead resources sector

    Western Australia Premier Roger Cook has appointed Daniel Pastorelli as the state’s new Minister for Mines, Petroleum and Exploration. The appointment follows a State Cabinet reshuffle triggered by the ret... more

  • Bayan Mining partners with UQ to optimise yttrium processing tech
    17 Jul, 2026
  • BHP union workers begin landmark strike in Port Hedland
    17 Jul, 2026
  • Liberty Bell Bay manganese smelter to close after sales talks collapse
    17 Jul, 2026
  • WA Premier appoints new mines minister to lead resources sector
    15 Jul, 2026

Fortescue hit with civil suit over sexual harassment allegations

06 Jul, 2026
Mining giant Fortescue Ltd. has been served with a class action in the Federal Court of Australia, alleging systemic workplace sexual harassment, bullying and sex discrimination. The class action, filed in Melbourne by law firm JGA Saddler, is brought on behalf of current and former female employees who worked across…

New energy deal to protect WA’s Kalgoorlie grid from blackouts

06 Jul, 2026
Northern Star Resources to acquire De Grey Mining in $5b deal
The Western Australian government is progressing with an important initiative to solve long-running power reliability issues in the Eastern Goldfields, announcing a new backup electricity agreement for the Kalgoorlie-Boulder region. A memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed between state-owned network operator Western Power and mining company Northern Star Resources creates a…

Brazil pushes to become alternative rare earth supplier

04 Jul, 2026
Brazil is positioning itself as a serious contender to help the West break its dependence on Chinese rare earth supply chains, according to a new episode of the Energy Technology podcast that examines the country's mineral ambitions and the obstacles standing in its way. The country holds the world's second…

Australia’s export outlook remains strong amid global uncertainty

04 Jul, 2026
Australia's resources and energy export earnings remain strong despite the challenging global trade environment, according to the latest government forecasts. The latest Resources and Energy Quarterly publication from the Department of Industry, Science and Resources has upgraded forecast export revenue to $405 billion in 2025–26 and $416 billion in 2026–27.…

Gold becomes Australia’s second largest export commodity

03 Jul, 2026
Solstice Gold begins Strathy winter drilling
Gold has surpassed both coal and liquefied natural gas to become Australia's second-largest commodity export, a shift the World Gold Council has described as a landmark moment for the nation's mining industry. According to the June 2026 Resources and Energy Quarterly, published by the Department of Industry, Science and Resources,…

Queensland review to boost investment in resources sector

01 Jul, 2026
Green light for major phosphate mine in northwest Queensland
The Queensland government will undertake a targeted review of the Financial Provisioning Scheme in a bid to stimulate investment and unlock the full potential of the state’s resources industry. The review will be led by the Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development. The review…

New research shows viruses enhance bacterial cleanup

30 Jun, 2026
The natural ability of bacteria to clean up pollutants from soil, water and mine waste could be significantly enhanced through the use of a "friendly" compatible virus, according to new research led by Flinders University. The study, published in Communications Biology, suggests that phage virus "bioaugmentation" represents a promising new…

BHP shakes up executive team to capture regional growth

26 Jun, 2026
BHP invests AU$944 million in community development in Western Australia
Mining giant BHP has unveiled a major shake-up of its executive leadership team, splitting its Americas leadership role in two to better capture regional growth. The changes follow the appointment of incoming CEO Brandon Craig, who will succeed Mike Henry on July 1. Under the new structure, the single President…