September 24, 2019

Australian mining lobby launches ad blitz urging reforms after coal projects blocked

Group aims at rallying public support for an overhaul of state planning laws after a commission blocked new projects citing climate change concerns.

September 24, 2019

Global copper deficit deepens as Chile, Indonesia production drops

The international refined copper market ended the first half of 2019 with a supply shortfall of about 220,000 tonnes.

September 23, 2019

Australian miners looking to improve on tailings management

The Australian Mining Tailings Communiqué aims at guiding the next steps towards building industry expertise and enhancing technical capacity on tailings management.

September 22, 2019

BHP expects to meet iron ore commitments despite Jimblebar maintenance

BHP was commenting after speculation in China last week of problems at its Jimblebar ore handing plant and reclaimer facilities.

September 22, 2019

Cobalt price boost as electric vehicle loadings surge

New study shows despite ongoing thrifting efforts, cobalt use per electric vehicle sold around the world this year is up 45%.

September 20, 2019

Gold exploration trends: drilling up, optimism returns

The amount of reported drillholes surged by a staggering 139% in Australia.

September 19, 2019

US, Australia to unveil plan to improve rare earth supply

The plan addresses growing concern China could cut off shipments of the prized commodities.

September 19, 2019

Iron ore price plunges, “panic” selling of coking coal

“What has happened has definitely irked policymakers in China. That puts a lot of pressure on coal imports for the end of the year.”

September 19, 2019

One battery material sector is cheering for lower prices

Lower prices of vanadium, a metal mainly known for strengthening steel, are key in the drive to increase its use in the booming battery sector.

September 19, 2019

Kepco Bylong’s coal mine in Australia denied development consent

An independent commission found that the mine would have had long-lasting environmental, agricultural and heritage impacts.