October 13, 2014

Inside Australia’s graphite boom

2014 has seen graphite stocks in Australia take-off with the value of ASX-listed companies topping $1bn

October 13, 2014

PM Tony Abbott’s ‘coal is good for humanity’ remarks derided

The Guardian and ABC News led with the remarks in its coverage.

October 13, 2014

Over 30,000 job applicants for newly-opened coal mine in Queensland

The US$3.4 billion project is expected to produce up to 5.5 million tonnes metallurgical coal per year and create 500 jobs in Queensland.

October 13, 2014

Ten companies Adrian Day sees as stable in a world that is not

Is there any hope on the horizon for the gold funds?

October 10, 2014

China’s new coal import tax a disaster for Australian miners

The sudden reversion to protectionism is designed to save the local coal industry.

October 10, 2014

Former Xstrata boss tried buying BHP’s coal division: report

It is unclear whether Mick Davis bid for all the assets that BHP ended up including in the new to-be listed firm.

October 9, 2014

Glencore considered Australia listing: report

The commodities trader and miner explored a stock-exchange listing Down Under.

October 9, 2014

Iron ore war: Rio Tinto ‘not standing still’ over BHP’s production boost

The head of the iron ore division, Andrew Harding, defens Rio's own plans to ramp up ore production.

October 8, 2014

Cutifani says tough decisions needed to restore credibility

Anglo's chief warned the company plans to take severe measures over the next two years.

October 8, 2014

Glencore doesn’t give up on Rio Tinto, seeks to create largest mining company

It’s good to be Ivan Glasenberg’s neighbour.