Archived News for Industry Professionals
Adani and QR National have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that will see the companies jointly evaluate an integrated rail proposal for the Carmichael Coal Mine in Queensland’s Galilee Basin.
In a joint statement today, Adani Chairman, Gautam Adani and QR National Managing Director & CEO Lance Hockridge said preliminary work between the two companies will now move into a feasibility stage.
The study will assess rail infrastructure and haulage services for 60 to 80 million tonnes of thermal coal from the Carmichael Mine to the Abbot Point Cola Terminal and the future Dudgeon Point Coal Terminal.
Munmorah Power Station to close
Delta Energy has announced the imminent closure of its New South Wales Munmorah Power Station after 45 years of operation. The station has been maintained on standby since late 2010.
NSR survey shows OHS salaries boom
OHS recruitment specialist National Safety Recruitment (NSR) has conducted a major annual salary survey of the occupational health and safety workforce, finding that the sector attracts salaries of up to 90 per cent above the average national salary.
Report shows massive infrastructure demand
A new report published by the Bureau of Resources and Energy Economics (BREE) confirms that the increasingly strong demand for commodities has confirmed the massive infrastructure demand in Australia’s regions.
Bulk commodity exports to double by 2025
Australia's bulk commodity (coal, iron ore and LNG) export volumes are projected to more than double in between 2012 and 2025, according to a report released by the Bureau of Resources and Energy Economics (BREE).
RMIT awarded Mt Isa contract worth $900,000
The 17-month contract involves up-skilling 28 existing workers at the mine and two from the nearby Stanwell power station at Mica Creek.
Pacific Aluminium reconfirms Tasmanian connection
Smelting giant Pacific Aluminium has reaffirmed its long-term commitment to maintaining operations in its Bell Bay smelter following a successful renegotiation of power contracts with Hydro Tasmania.
St Barbara and Allied Gold to merge
The boards of St Barbara Limited and Allied Gold have announced the creation of an international diversified gold producer following a successful merger. According to a joint statement, the merged company has a forecasted gold production of approximately 435,000 ounces in the 2012-13 financial year.
Yancoal lists on ASX
Yanzhou Coal backed Yancoal has listed on the Australian Stock Exchange (ASX) following the successful merging with Gloucester Coal and specific assets of the previously unlisted portfolio of Yancoal Australia. The company is one of the largest pure-play coal companies in the country.
NSW Land and Water Commissioner to oversee CSG exploration
“We acknowledge the many responses to the draft Strategic Regional Land Use policy and will continue to refine the policy over the next few months to ensure NSW has the strongest regulation of mining and gas extraction in Australia, if not the world."
Queensland announces Cape York Management Plan consultation
The Queensland Government is calling tourism operators, pastoralists, traditional owners, environmental groups and industry representatives to comment on the release of a scoping paper for the proposed bioregion management plan of the Cape York area.
Resources and energy exports to hit record levels
Australia’s resources and energy commodity export earnings are forecast to reach a record $209 billion in 2012–13, according to the Resources and Energy Quarterly—June quarter 2012, released by the Bureau of Resources and Energy Economics (BREE).
WA announces water guideline for miners
The Western Australian Department of Water is calling for comment on a new state-wide guideline aimed at clarifying water management regulations for the resources industry.
Fortescue tilts at mining tax
Mining giant Fortescue Metals has lodged a last ditch challenge against the impending mining and minerals rent tax with the High Court.
Abigroup secures Gladstone rail contract
Abigroup has announced it has secured a $76 contract from QR National to undertake the civil works for a 13km balloon rail loop for the new Wiggins Island Coal Export Terminal at the Port of Gladstone.
Lambert Port expansion approved
The Western Australian Government has announced the approval of Rio Tinto’s Cape Lambert Port B works. The approval of the works comes after Rio Tinto outlined a massive multi-billion increase to its domestic iron ore operations.
BHP Billiton announces new mine at Illawarra Coal
Mining giant BHP Billiton has announced a new $830 million mine at Illawarra Coal in southern New South Wales. The company will build a new mining area at Appin Mine to replace production at its ageing West Cliff Mine.
Queensland releases gas market review for consultation
The Queensland Government has released a draft of the Queensland Gas Market Review, prepared by the state's Gas Market Advisor, for public consultation.
Government announces gas industry carbon price transition arrangement
The Federal Government has announced transitional arrangements for the liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and liquefied natural gas (LNG) industries when the carbon price is applied to the non-transport use of these fuels in 2012-13.
Rio unveils $4 billion iron ore capital works program
Mining giant Rio Tinto has announced its next iron ore investment phase, unveiling a $4.1 billion spending plan to develop its tier one irone ore business.
Queensland moves to strike mining/farming balance
The Queensland Government has announced it will move to strike a balance between the interests of the mining industry and landholders after it tabled a report by an Independent Review into Land Access arrangements.