January 24, 2013 Australia could see shale oil boom following $20 trillion discovery An immense deposit of shale oil estimated to be worth over AUD$20 trillion has been found beneath the earth in South Australia
January 23, 2013 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.
January 23, 2013 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.
January 23, 2013 BHP axes coal costs, fuels aluminum writedown speculation In its half-year production update, BHP highlighted challenges faced by its aluminum and nickel businesses.
January 22, 2013 Cyclone off Australia halts world shipments of iron ore Three major ports closed affecting big miners Rio Tinto, BHP and Fortescue.
January 22, 2013 BHP Billiton production report for the half year ended December 2012 The release highlights iron, copper, petroleum and coal production.
January 22, 2013 Helicopters enlisted to combat copper thieves Law-enforcement in the Australian city of Melbourne have availed themselves of infrared-equipped helicopters in an effort to combat rampant theft of copper cables
January 22, 2013 China invests in Western Australian uranium A state-owned Chinese enterprise has emerged as a key shareholder in the latest uranium explorer to be listed in Australia.
January 22, 2013 South Africa becomes China’s third biggest iron ore supplier Rival exporter India struggles to overcome troubles in its mining sector, while Australia remains well in the lead
January 21, 2013 Australia and India to start talks on uranium sales Government representatives will meet in March.
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