October 29, 2025

Rinehart doubles stake in Arafura Rare Earths

Rinehart's Hancock Prospecting has raised its stake in Arafura to nearly 15.7%.

October 28, 2025

Australian financiers launch investment firm to tap strategic metals boom

The firm could provide up to $500 million per project for multiple projects in strategic metals worldwide.

October 28, 2025

Lynas invests in new Malaysian heavy rare earth facility to meet rising demand

The new facility will have the capacity to separate up to 5,000 tonnes per annum of heavy rare earth feedstock, it said.

October 28, 2025

Fortescue expands autonomous fleet at Solomon operations

Epiroc's RCT was tasked with the design, installation, and commissioning of two CAT 350 Excavators and four D10T Dozers with its teleremote control solution.

October 28, 2025

Banks, investors pumped $52B into met coal between 2022 and 2024: report

Banks lent $22B despite climate pledges, while investors still hold $30B in related securities.

October 27, 2025

Rare earth producers look to US-led boom to blunt China’s power

By using the long-threatened critical mineral weapon once again in advance of this week’s talks, China has undoubtedly encouraged production outside its borders.

October 27, 2025

First deadly mine explosion in Australia since 2015 kills two

The incident occurred at Polymetals Resources' Endeavor silver-zinc mine located 40 km north of Cobar.

October 27, 2025

Rio Tinto flags uncertain future at Australia’s largest aluminum smelter

The smelter has been struggling with high power prices.

October 27, 2025

Rio Tinto launches corruption inquiry at Oyu Tolgoi

Rio plans to make Oyu Tolgoi the world’s fourth-largest copper mine by 2030.

October 26, 2025

Larvotto Resources rejects $373 million takeover offer on valuation concerns

United States Antimony Corporation still has a 10% shareholding in the Australian firm.