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Two miners were trapped by falling boulders in a Ballarat mine when it collapsed, resulting in the death of one of the miners. One miner, a 21-year-old from Ballarat, was stabilised and rescued with serious injuries, while the other, a 37-year-old man from Bruthen, was found dead. The incident occurred approximately three kilometres underground, and concerns had been raised about the mining style. Australian Workers Union Victoria State Secretary Ronnie Hayden said: "Our members have raised concerns about this style of mining and it seems to have fallen on deaf ears.” The union was called to the mine after the…
Rail operator on track to reduce resources sector emissions
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has announced $9.4 million in funding to a new project to electrify rail freight transport of commodities. The grant to Aurizon Operations Limited (Aurizon) will contribute to an $18.8 million ‘Battery Powered Tender for Heavy Haul Fleet Decarbonisation’ project and is a world-first proof of concept rail tender. The Project will develop, test and trial a battery electric tender, to power a diesel-electric locomotive in a hybrid diesel and battery configuration, working to cut emissions from Australia’s resources industry. ARENA CEO Darren Miller said the project is addressing an emissions challenge in one of…
High achievers celebrated at this year’s QLD resources awards
Three engineers, a dragline operator and a workplace support manager have taken out this year’s Resources Awards for Women. The event was hosted on International Women’s Day by the Queensland Resources Council (QRC) and Women in Mining and Resources Queensland (WIMARQ) to celebrate the contribution of women to the state’s number one export industry. The mining and energy sector, which contributed a record $116.8 billion to the state economy last financial year and supports the jobs of more than 530,000 people, contributes 80 per cent of the Queensland's total export earnings. Exceptional Woman in Queensland Resources award was presented to…
Climate change number one risk for mining sector
Climate change is the number one risk for ASX-listed mining companies according to the latest KPMG Mining Risk Forecast 2024 — the results were drawn from analysis based on data extracted from reported material risks in the most recent annual reports for ASX 300 mining sector companies. KPMG Partner Risk Consulting Caron Sugars said: “What stands out is that climate and community/social licence risks have jumped up in the past year to be the new top two concerns for miners.” Sugars stated that these risks are at the front of mind for the industry right now and are being discussed in the…
New report shows Australia’s critical minerals set the standard
According to the latest Australia’s Identified Mineral Resources (AIMR) report, Australia is a leading supplier of the minerals the world needs to achieve net zero. Minister for Resources and Northern Australia Madeleine King launched the report, published by Geoscience Australia, at the Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada Convention in Toronto, Ontario. Minister King said Australia has the resources needed for the global energy transition and is producing them to the highest environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards. “The road through net zero runs through Australia’s resources sector [and] Australia’s resources are mined and processed to the highest standards – making them…
New COO appointed at Latin Resources Limited
Aaron Maurer has been appointed as the new Latin Resources Chief Operating Officer (COO) effective immediately — the company hopes that this decision will place Latin Resources as a frontrunner in the mining industry, particularly in the lithium sector. The company released a statement which reads: “Aaron Maurer, a seasoned professional with an illustrious career in the mining industry, brings to Latin a wealth of experience, particularly in lithium operations.” His experience includes over five years at Mineral Resources Limited, where he worked as an Executive General Manager in Operations. In this role, Aaron was involved in overseeing the Mt…
Australian Minister visits Canada and US for critical minerals discussion
Australian Resources Minister Madeleine King is visiting Canada and the United States from 3 March to 8 March 2024, to attend a global mining conference and undertake high-level discussions on the critical minerals required for developing low-emissions technologies. Minister King is scheduled to attend two major events that provide a platform for the international mining community to discuss issues and prospects impacting the minerals sector — the 7th Annual International Mines Ministers Summit and the Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) conference in Toronto. Minister King will meet with her counterpart, Canadian Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Jonathan…