ECU, MRIWA collaborate on new lithium extraction pilot project
Edith Cowan University (ECU) and the Minerals Research Institute of Western Australia (MRIWA) held a kick-off meeting at ECU’s Joondalup campus to discuss a $450,000 investment from the state government toward a new lithium extraction pilot project.
WA’s mining future hinges on new gas supplies
Boosting new gas supply will be essential to fuel Western Australia's plans to phase out coal from electricity and ensure affordable energy for minerals processing, according to a leading energy research firm.
WesTrac and Thiess mark one million metres of autonomous drilling
WesTrac, a distributor for Cat equipment, in collaboration with global mining services giant Thiess, has achieved drilling one million metres autonomously using the Cat MineStar Command Autonomous Drill System (ADS).
NT allocates $2M annually to drive job opportunities in Beetaloo gas industry
The Northern Territory Government has unveiled a significant annual investment of $2 million in the 2024 Budget to catalyse job creation within the territory’s gas sector.
Australians urged to shape future of mining industry through national survey
Australians aged 18 and above are encouraged to participate in a survey aimed at influencing the trajectory of mining research in the country in a bid to gauge public sentiment and insights regarding the mining sector.
Arafura’s rare earths refinery in NT gets $840M federal investment
The Australian government has announced an $840 million investment to construct the country’s first combined rare earths mine and refinery in the Northern Territory.Â
Qld’s largest gold mine secures long-term production amid expansion plans
The Ravenswood Gold Project has received a renewed lease on its future, ensuring continued operations for at least another 16 years.
Orica rolls out Champ Navigator2 for enhanced mining surveys
Orica has unveiled the most recent iteration of Champ Navigator2 technology, developed by Orica Digital Solutions in Tewkesbury, England, to bolster the Australian mining industry.
Santos partners with GFG Alliance for green steel transformation in Whyalla
Santos has forged a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Liberty Primary Metals Australia Pty Ltd, a key player in South Australia's commercial industrial gas landscape.
$40M grant program to bolster Australia’s international critical minerals partnerships
The Australian government has launched a $40 million grant program to bolster the nation's international partnerships for critical minerals.
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