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Australian mining geologists grapple with the risks of using AI

Technology & Innovation

BHP, Bellevue geologists weigh AI gains against risks

BHP and Bellevue Gold geologists weigh AI’s productivity gains against the risks of eroding geological judgement, skills and confidence in mining decisions.

Fortescue sack exec

Fortescue sacks executive for workplace misconduct

Fortescue has dismissed a senior executive following allegations of sexual harassment and bullying.

BHP’s copper slump tests growth strategy

Economics & Commodity Prices

BHP’s copper slump tests growth strategy

BHP is increasingly relying on copper to fill the iron ore earnings gap, but setbacks are testing the world's largest miner's resilience.

Coltan containing both niobium and tantalum.

Projects & Operations

Encounter widens Australia’s niobium ambitions

Encounter Resources has extended its high-grade niobium discovery in WA’s West Arunta region, bolstering Australia’s prospects of becoming an alternative supplier in a global market dominated by Brazil.

WA confidence plunges as BHP, Rio and Fortescue feel iron ore squeeze

Projects & Operations

WA confidence plunges as BHP, Rio and Fortescue feel iron ore squeeze

WA business confidence has suffered the nation's steepest fall, as weaker iron ore prices and rising costs put pressure on BHP, Rio Tinto and Fortescue.

Underground mine development

Projects & Operations

Medallion targets November gold sales as Cosmic Boy nears processing

Medallion Metals is closing in on first gold sales amid strong bullion prices, with commissioning at Cosmic Boy and underground development at Kundip next on the agenda.

Gold Fields holds fire on higher Northern Star bid

Projects & Operations

Gold Fields holds fire on higher Northern Star bid

Gold Fields has left the door open to a revised $38.7bn Northern Star bid, but CEO Mike Fraser wants a clear pathway to a merger as analysts question the projected synergies and financial risks.

(Image source: Forrestania) First ore delivery at Edna May.

Projects & Operations

Forrestania closes in on Edna May gold production

Forrestania Resources (ASX: FRS) is targeting first gold production at its Edna May processing facility in WA by the end of 2026, with processing expected to begin in mid-December as refurbishment works near completion.

From strategy to execution

Tuesday, 22 September 2026

From strategy to execution

Tuesday, 22 September 2026

The sunset of an icon

A pipeline bereft of momentum

Tuesday, 22 September 2026

A pipeline bereft of momentum

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Getting a head start on AASB S2 will be critical for mid-tier miners and mining-service providers.

NettZero emphasise the clock is already running for a new wave of Australian businesses required to report under the country’s mandatory climate reporting regime.

Equipment Downtime: Why Quick Fixes Cost Miners More

October 21, 2026

Equipment Downtime: Why Quick Fixes Cost Miners More

QSM Group

October 20, 2026

Contract Readiness: The hidden gap putting mining contractors at risk

Culture as a competitive advantage

September 30, 2026

Culture as a competitive advantage

Mill Operators 2026

September 30, 2026

Mill Operators 2026

KSB - Why bore pumps fail in mining and what the best sites do differently

September 30, 2026

Why bore pumps fail in mining and what the best sites do differently

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September 30, 2026

Donaldson targets dust challenges with SSG+ air cleaner