February 9, 2023

Fortescue Metals preparing to cut up to 1,000 jobs

The cuts would be across Fortescue Future Industries, a clean energy subsidiary focused on producing hydrogen.

February 9, 2023

Pilbara Minerals in very early stages of considering M&A

Speculation has grown that Canada's Patriot Battery Metals may be an acquisition target.

February 8, 2023

First Australian coal cargoes arrive in China, await customs clearance

At least two vessels carrying Australian coal have arrived in China for the first time since an unofficial ban on imports was introduced more than two years ago

February 8, 2023

BHP halts Western Australia iron ore operations for a day after worker dies

Western Australia police have showed up on the site and BHP has informed safety regulators of the incident.

February 8, 2023

Phasing out coal in some places may increase consumption in others – study

Countries phasing out coal from electricity risk pushing the excess supply into other industries or other countries.

February 8, 2023

Australia rejects first coal mine under environmental law

Country has blocked a major mine proposed near the Great Barrier Reef under environmental laws.

February 7, 2023

The history and the future of mining in Australia

Mining in Australia is famous worldwide due to its fascinating history, power in the export market, and as a trendsetter in 'future-proofing' the sector.

February 7, 2023

Brazil okays BHP’s $6.6 billion acquisition of OZ Minerals

The deal still requires the approval of Australia’s regulatory bodies and the copper-gold miner shareholders, who are set to vote in April.

February 6, 2023

Mammoth gold miner in the making after Newmont’s $17bn bid for Newcrest

The deal would be one of the biggest in Australian history, though initial feedback suggests that Newmont will have to improve its bid to succeed.

February 6, 2023

Newmont open to sweetening $16.9bn bid for Newcrest – source

Already the world's largest gold producer, Newmont would become a gold mining behemoth should it prevail in its bid for Newcrest.