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The $250m investment will accelerate the rollout of transmission projects across the Territory, with the first wave of these to be completed before 2030.

$250m deal to supercharge renewables in the Northern Territory

$250m deal to supercharge renewables in the Northern Territory The Federal and Northern Territory governments have signed a $250m deal as part of the Rewiring the Nation Program. Through the Clean Energy Finance Corporation, the funds will create hundreds of new jobs and see the power grid upgraded and expanded across the Territory, supporting major transmission projects and bolstering grid strength. The $250m investment will also accelerate the rollout of transmission projects across the Territory, with the first wave of these to be completed before 2030. The Northern Territory has also signed...

Newmont has produced nearly 2.1m gold equivalent ounces from its operations.

Newmont delivers ‘solid’ quarter

Newmont delivers ‘solid’ quarter Gold mining company Newmont (ASX: NEM) has delivered ‘strong’ Q2 2024 results, producing nearly 2.1m gold equivalent ounces from its operations. Notably, attributable gold production decreased 4% from the previous quarter to 1.6moz due to lower production at the Cerro Negro mine in Argentina after operations were suspended following the fatalities of two members. Operations were also suspended at Telfer in WA as further work was completed to improve the safe operation of the tailings storage facility. Second quarter production was also impacted by lower production at Lihir, Papua New Guinea, due to heavy rainfall impacting mine sequencing and at Akyem,...

First production is expected in early 2025.

Fenix Resources to build new iron ore mine

Fenix Resources to build new iron ore mine Following a feasibility study confirming outstanding cashflow and financial returns, Fenix Resources (ASX: FEX) is set to build a new iron ore mine at the Beebyn-W11 deposit in WA. The feasibility study revealed a high-grade, high-quality operation that provides strong returns over its seven year mine life with annual production of 1.5mdmt. The Beebyn-W11 deposit has a maiden ore reserve of 10mt at an average grade of 62.2% iron and includes 8.3mt in proven and 1.7mt in probable ore reserves. Based on forecast cash operating costs of $77.5wmt (US$50.4wmt), the mine will generate forecast annual earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and...

The partnership aims to onboard over 50 apprentices over the course of the contract.

UGL continues ARRA Group partnership

UGL continues ARRA Group partnership UGL, a member of CIMIC, is continuing its partnership with ARRA Group, a majority Indigenous managed, owned and controlled company based in WA. Since 2018, ARRA Group has been a valued supplier within the UGL supply chain, supporting the growth and development of both companies. ARRA Group specialises in training, recruiting and placing individuals in roles that benefit both the employers and employees. Its commitment to creating opportunities for Indigenous communities aligns with UGL’s Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). Launched in June 2022, the RAP serves as an opportunity to further focus UGL’s reconciliation efforts on expanding partnerships...

Separation group members Dr Bellson Awatey and Dr Mst Farhana Diba.

The next generation of modelling

The next generation of modelling Mining companies have found themselves walking a tightrope, balancing the demand to quickly produce larger quantities of critical minerals for the energy transition while simultaneously finding ways to implement smarter and cleaner processes. Although many new technologies have been developed over the last decade which promise less energy and water use, optimise performance and create an overall smaller footprint, mining companies still must front the cost and risk of adopting untested equipment that potentially doesn’t improve upon existing infrastructure. As a result, the mining industry has become resistant to change, using the same mineral processing technologies for decades. This is...

The MRE stands at 1.48mt @ 1.15g/t gold for 54.5koz of gold.

Maiden MRE released for Orelia North

Maiden MRE released for Orelia North A maiden mineral resource estimate (MRE) has been released for the Orelia North gold deposit, part of Hammer Metals’ (ASX: HMX) Yandal gold project in WA. The MRE stands at 1.48mt @ 1.15g/t gold for 54.5koz of gold and it extends from surface and remains open at depth. The MRE was based off data from 338 holes, for a total of 18.44km, and 7314 laboratory analyses. The holes were drilled in 2019 and 2024 and consisted of 43 reverse circulation holes and 295 air core holes. Due to the dominance of the air core drilling over the reverse...

(Image source: Liebherr) The Liebherr PR 776 Crawler Dozer in operation.

Liebherr PR 776 Crawler Dozers powering up AMM’s fleet

Liebherr PR 776 Crawler Dozers powering up AMM’s fleet Spanish construction company AMM has added two Liebherr PR 776 Crawler Dozers to its vehicle fleet for the cost-effective delivery of more demanding projects. AMM specialises in civil engineering and major construction projects, covering a range of services such as railway construction, hydraulic engineering and industrial projects. These two new Liebherr crawler dozers complement the existing fleet which includes a PR 744, PR 746, PR 764 and PR 766. The PR 776 dozer is noted for its optimum efficiency and power transfer, making construction operations not only more efficient but also more sustainable. Compared to fuel...

The grants program supports industry and investors to find new and potentially lucrative mining opportunities.

Tasmania Government opens round 10 of EDGI

Tasmania Government opens round 10 of EDGI The Tasmanian Government has opened applications for round 10 of the Exploration Drilling Grant Initiative (EDGI). The search for critical minerals needed for the world’s decarbonisation plans will be a key focus in this latest round of mineral exploration grants. Tasmanian Business, Industry and Resources Minister Eric Abetz commented on the new funding round. “There is a global shift to find the minerals needed to build our economy and Tasmania can be a leader in this endeavour,” he said. “This funding will allow mineral explorers to test greenfield locations which may lead to our...

(Image source: Weir) The ENDURON® Orbital E series Horizontal Screen features an all-bolted construction, improving reliability by eliminating welding in high stress areas.

Weir launches ENDURON® Orbital range

Weir launches ENDURON® Orbital range Weir has launched the ENDURON® Orbital range of vibrating screens for sand, aggregate, construction and small tonnage mining operations. With an all-bolted construction, the screens significantly improve reliability by eliminating welding in high-stress areas, removing the leading mode of failure in vibrating screens. Locking bolts ensure structural integrity and durability, supporting easy maintenance with the quick replacement of individual components without the need for extensive downtime. The ENDURON® Orbital range comes in two screen types, the E series: Elliptical Motion Horizontal Screens and the C series: Circular Motion...

(Image source: PHCCI) From left to right: BHP principal community Belinda Trowbridge, BHP general manager port operations Cindy Dunham, Port Hedland Chamber of Commerce president Therese Nugent and Port Hedland Chamber of Commerce chief executive Rebekah Worthington.

BHP and PHCCI partner to drive growth and sustainability

BHP and PHCCI partner to drive growth and sustainability A social investment contract between BHP (ASX: BHP) and the Port Hedland Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHCCI) is aiming to drive economic growth, sustainability and community development in the region. Over the next three years, BHP will invest $2m to boost local businesses activity with a focus on driving diversity of suppliers, attracting sustainable businesses to the region and increasing job creation and workforce readiness. The program aims to...

This term sheet improves the pathway for Auric to mine a trial pit at Munda.

Auric buys specified mineral rights from WIN for $1.2m

Auric buys specified mineral rights from WIN for $1.2m Auric Mining (ASX: AWJ) and WIN Metals (ASX: WIN) have signed a binding term sheet for the partial sale of WIN’s nickel and lithium rights within the Munda gold project in WA. The total initial transaction is $1.2m with the nickel rights component making up $1m of that. Auric now owns all minerals and has sole mining rights for the next eight years down to the 235m RL, around 150m below surface. After the eight years are up, WIN will have the right to develop a decline from within Auric’s rights area....