Gold price surpasses $3,300 to new record as tariff war ramps up Fueling gold's rally, US President Donald Trump on Tuesday ordered a probe into possible tariffs on all critical minerals imports. Staff Writer | April 16, 2025 | 8:07 am
Column: Copper market caught between Trump’s twin tariff threats US President Donald Trump's tariffs blitz has left Doctor Copper battered and bruised. Reuters | April 16, 2025 | 7:35 am
MinRes board rocked as two governance directors resign Susie Corlett and Jacqueline McGill were privately very critical of the behaviour shown by outgoing managing director Chris Ellison. Cecilia Jamasmie | April 16, 2025 | 7:16 am
Seven rare earth metals that China is weaponizing against the US China’s dominance of both mining and processing means these niche metals have become a cudgel to use against opponents. Bloomberg News | April 16, 2025 | 6:44 am
Lower silver demand and higher supply to reduce global deficit by 21% in 2025 Silver faces fifth year of structural market deficit. Reuters | April 16, 2025 | 6:35 am
Ukraine, US make ‘substantial progress’ on minerals deal, Kyiv says Trump is seeking a minerals deal as part of his push to end Ukraine's war. Reuters | April 16, 2025 | 6:29 am
BHP wins approval to run Mt Arthur to 2030, eyes hydro future BHP will run the mine for four additional years and may convert it into a pumped hydro facility to support a post-coal future. Cecilia Jamasmie | April 16, 2025 | 4:03 am
Northern Star crosses last major hurdle in De Grey takeover Shareholders of De Grey Mining voted overwhelmingly in favour of a buy-out by Australia’s largest gold producer Northern Star Resources. Kristie Batten | April 16, 2025 | 3:46 am
Pilbara Rail Maintenance wins operational excellence award at Rio Tinto supplier gala The awards recognize businesses that tackle obstacles, deliver results safely, enhance productivity for Rio Tinto and set the benchmark for leading industry practices. Staff Writer | April 15, 2025 | 5:07 pm