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Livium Secures $30M Grant for Australian LFP Demonstration Plant

Livium has secured a major funding boost with a $30 million grant from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) to support the development of its lithium ferro phosphate (LFP) batt…

Northern Star Resources to Acquire De Grey Mining in a $5 Billion Deal

The acquisition of De Grey Mining by Northern Star Resources is a landmark deal that will reshape the Australian gold mining landscape.

GIRLS Program Empowers Young Women to Pursue Careers in Resources Sector

The Girls in Resources Leadership Skills (GIRLS) mentoring program has successfully concluded another round, celebrating the achievements of 20 young women from across Queensland.

Queensland Introduces Ground-breaking Renewable Energy Code of Conduct

Queensland has unveiled a pioneering renewable energy code of conduct, marking a pivotal moment in the state’s clean energy journey.

QLD’s Mining Sector Embraces Renewable Energy with Australia’s Largest Solar Farm

QLD’s mining landscape is undergoing transformation as the Dugald River Solar Farm, Australia’s largest remote grid solar farm, springs to life.

BLJ Enhances On-Site Machining Capabilities with New Orbital Milling Machine

BLJ In-situ Solutions has expanded our portfolio with the acquisition of a 4.3M Orbital Milling Machine, Mirage MM 3000i and MM 4300i.

Glencore to Close Mount Isa Mines: Major Blow to the Mining Industry

Sending shockwaves through the mining industry and the local community, Glencore, has announced the closure of its Mount Isa Mines.

Critical Minerals Boom Headlined by New Critical Minerals Strategy

Australia is on the brink of a transformative minerals mining boom, driven the recent launch of the Critical Minerals Strategy 2023–2030.

Mining Turnover Takes a Tumble

The latest Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) figures reveal a significant downturn in mining turnover, with a 10.6% decrease in April compared to March.

World Mining Congress 2023 Hosted in Brisbane

The global mining and resources sectors are gearing up for the 26th World Mining Congress to be held in Brisbane, 26-29 June, 2023.

Queensland’s Newest and Largest Gold Mine Now Open

Queensland has officially opened its largest gold mine, the Ravenswood mine, set to produce over 200,000 ounces of gold a year.

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Queensland coal royalty hikes start to have an impact

BHP has decided to pause its investment plans in the proposed Blackwater South coal mine due to the sudden coal royalty tax hike.

$40M Minerals booster pack for Gladstone industries and jobs

Queensland’s new economy minerals booster pack of almost $40 million will support jobs and encourage economic opportunities for Gladstone.

Qld resources exports hit record $77 billion high

Strong prices and increasing demand for Queensland commodities are driving the industry to never-before-seen levels of performance.

Jemena commences hydrogen project

Jemena has announced it has officially commenced construction of its Western Sydney Green Gas Project.

Report outlines major project pineline growth (IQ)

The five-year infrastructure pipeline of major projects has grown in Queensland by more than $10 billion in the last 12 months, according to a new report.

Gas to flow to industry on 2021 from Chinchilla project (IQ)

Australia’s first gas earmarked to fuel local manufacturing jobs is expected to be flowing in Queensland next year through a partnership of Australian Pacific LNG and Armour Energy.

BHP remains world’s most valuable brand despite turbulence (AM)

BHP has retained its position as the world’s most valuable mining, iron and steel brand, according to the latest report by Brand Finance.

Stanwell Hydrogen Project receives ARENA funding

The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has today announced $1.25 million in funding for Stanwell to assess the feasibility of a renewable hydrogen demonstration plant co-located …

Hydrogen venture plans $1.6b CQ chemical plant (IQ)

Gladstone has been selected as the location for a $1.61 billion chemical complex proposed to produce green hydrogen and ammonia at industrial-scale.

Australia dominating new gas projects in Oceania region (Offshore Mag)

Australia looks set to increase its oil and gas production this year, according to data and analytics company GlobalData.

Capital returning to resources sector(IQ)

Investors are showing renewed confidence in Australia’s resources and energy sector, with some $1150 million raised in the December quarter.

BMA bumper intake of apprentices(IQ)

BHP Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA) has welcomed 56 new local apprentices at a ceremony at the Coalfield Training Excellence Centre in Moranbah.

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