Western Australia releases book on local gemstones
Western Australia has a growing international reputation as a major source of pink and other coloured diamonds, as well as beryl, topaz, tourmaline and gem-quality quartz.
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HR Leaders – ‘Game On’ at 2013 Resources Summit Gold Coast, QLD 7th – 9th May 2013
Human Resources leadership conference in Australia's Gold Coast
Aussies trust their miners slightly more than the media
A study comparing the perception of industries concluded that banking, mining, the media and power companies are the sectors people don't trust to act in the public interest.
Transition Metals almost doubles Janice lake copper project area
The property now includes 11,684 ha (117 km2) up from the original 6,880 as per March last year.
Coal export proposals are number one threat to the climate in the US: Greenpeace
Coal export expansions in the United States would release more carbon pollution than any other new US fossil fuel project, according to the most report from Greenpeace.
Top miners cautious about industry future, focused on safety: report
SInce the industry remains cautious about the strength of global economic recovery, miners have begun looking inward, especially in regards to labour.
BHP axes coal costs, fuels aluminum writedown speculation
In its half-year production update, BHP highlighted challenges faced by its aluminum and nickel businesses.
Brazil’s Eike Batista to delist coal firm CCX
The world of mining's richest entrepreneur is trying to recover investors’ trust and bump up his shrinking business empire.
Canadian oil company fined for international corruption
Calgary oil company Griffith Energy has been hit with a hefty fine after pleading guilty to international corruption charges.