Author: Chloe Coutinho

In FY24, lithium miners generated $8.4b in sales and delivered $710m in State royalties to help pay for the operation of hospitals and schools and build and maintain WA’s road networks. During the same period, the industry supported more than 11,000 jobs.

WA Government to protect lithium jobs

WA Government to protect lithium jobs The WA Government is acting to provide assistance to its critical lithium industry, supporting thousands of local jobs and the State's push to become a global battery minerals processing hub. WA's lithium industry has grown rapidly in recent years to be the biggest hard rock industry of its type in the world, supplying approximately 50% of the world's lithium. However, the industry has experienced a sudden and unexpected...

(image source: Winsome Resources) Quebec, known for its stable mining environment, offers an ideal backdrop for Adina.

Winsome Resources tackles future lithium deficit

Winsome Resources tackles future lithium deficit Winsome Resources’ (ASX: WR1) recent scoping study for the Adina lithium project in Quebec, Canada, has affirmed the project’s competitive edge. With growing momentum behind clean energy initiatives, lithium remains a top priority for the US, Canada and Australia, as these governments work to reduce reliance on overseas sources and bolster domestic production. Winsome Resources managing director Chris Evans says Adina is forecasted to supply over 20% of the global lithium carbonate equivalent (LCE) shortfall at the end of this decade, with an expected annual output of around 40kt LCE. “Commissioning is indicatively...

Local contractors, businesses and community groups were in attendance, including Blackwater State School, Blackwater Pony Club and Blackwater Combined Churches.

Whitehaven Coal Community Open Day

Whitehaven Coal Community Open Day Around 1200 Queensland residents and families turned out to Blackwater’s May Day fairgrounds for Whitehaven Coal’s Community Open Day. The event brought together people from as far as Emerald and Rockhampton to enjoy an exciting day of free activities, kid’s rides, market stalls and entertainment, as well as information stands for the community to learn more about the coal mining industry. Whitehaven Coal’s chief operating officer Ian Humphris says it was a fantastic opportunity to say thank you to residents, local businesses and the broader community who have supported the company...

According to Spartan, receipt of these key approvals marks another important step towards the redevelopment of a long-life, high-grade gold operation at Dalgaranga.

Spartan set up for underground mining

Spartan set up for underground mining Spartan Resources (ASX: SPR) has taken an important step towards the re-start of its Dalgaranga gold project (DGP) in WA following the receipt of all key regulatory approvals required to allow the mining and processing of underground ores to proceed. Approvals have been received from both the WA Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety (DEMIRS) and the WA Department of Water and Environment Regulation (DWER) for the mining and processing of underground ores at the DGP along with modifications to the mill. Full approvals have...

Anglo American’s portfolio transformation will see the company focus on its world-class resource asset base in copper, premium iron ore and crop nutrients through the sale of its steelmaking coal and nickel businesses, the demerger of its platinum group metals business (Anglo American Platinum) and the separation of its diamond business (De Beers).

Anglo American sells steelmaking coal portfolio

Anglo American sells steelmaking coal portfolio Anglo American has agreed to sell its portfolio of Australian steelmaking coal mines that it operates in Australia to Peabody Energy for a cash consideration of up to $5.8b (US$3.775b). This will generate up to $7.5b (US$4.9b) in aggregate gross cash proceeds, including the already announced sale of Anglo American’s interest in Jellinbah for approximately $1.7b (US$1.1b)....

The incentives will only be provided once projects are up and running, producing hydrogen or processing critical minerals used in products like wind turbines, solar panels and electric vehicles.

Tax incentives one piece of the puzzle

Tax incentives one piece of the puzzle The Chamber of Minerals and Energy WA (CME) welcomes the introduction to Parliament of the Federal Government’s Future Made in Australia Bill, which provides substantial incentives for critical minerals processing and hydrogen production. CME chief executive officer Rebecca Tomkinson says timely passage of the legislation would implement two key budget announcements from earlier this year aimed at capturing more investment to support strategic industries. “Australia’s resources, including our critical minerals, have a key role to play in the energy transition,”...

(Image source: Alcoa Australia) Zoe Blechynden, who completed her apprenticeship in mechanical fitting at the Wagerup Alumina Refinery, was one of 12 women among the 28-strong apprentice cohort.

Alcoa apprentices make the grade

Alcoa apprentices make the grade Four years of hard work has paid off for 28 Alcoa apprentices who celebrated the end of their education and training at a special ceremony and awards night last week. They are the latest cohort to complete apprenticeships at Alcoa’s mines and refineries, gaining trade qualifications in heavy diesel and mechanical fitting, fabrication and electrical instrumentation. Nine of the 2024 graduates from across Alcoa’s refineries and mine sites received accolades for their efforts, recognised for their outstanding attention to safety performance and as...

As ByoMax continues to lead in the development of sustainable alternatives for traditionally carbon-intensive industries, this LOI represents the first step in a potential long-term partnership with Green Steel WA reinforces the company’s commitment to transforming steelmaking, power, cement and minerals extraction through advanced bioengineering of biomass resources.

WA to receive 20,000t of ByoCoke

WA to receive 20,000t of ByoCoke ByoMax has signed a non-binding letter of intent (LOI) to establish the company as a key potential supplier of ByoCoke for Green Steel WA’s Collie green steel mill in WA. Under the terms of the LOI, ByoMax will undertake investigations and confirm that it will supply up to 20,000t of ByoCoke annually to the Collie green steel mill. ByoMax specialises in bioengineering...

In February, Newmont announced the intent to divest its non-core assets, including six operations and two projects from its Australian, Ghanaian and North American business units.

Newmont to sell Musselwhite for $1.3b

Newmont to sell Musselwhite for $1.3b CANADA — Newmont (ASX: NEM) has agreed to sell its Musselwhite operation in Ontario, Canada, to Orla Mining for up to $1.3b (US$850m) as part of its push to divest from non-core assets. Under the terms of the agreement, Newmont will receive cash consideration of about $1.2b (US$810m) upon closing and up to about $61m (US$40m) in contingent payments. The transaction is expected to close in Q1 CY25, subject to certain conditions being satisfied. Upon closing the announced transactions, Newmont will have surpassed its...

Alcoa Corporation (ASX: AAI) has joined the World Economic Forum’s (WEF) First Suppliers Hub, a global repository of innovative suppliers providing materials needed to support the ambition of industrial decarbonisation in the world by 2050.

Alcoa joins first suppliers hub

Alcoa joins first suppliers hub Alcoa Corporation (ASX: AAI) has joined the World Economic Forum’s (WEF) First Suppliers Hub, a global repository of innovative suppliers providing materials needed to support the ambition of industrial decarbonisation in the world by 2050. First Suppliers Hub is a database of global final product and value chain suppliers created by the First Movers Coalition. Members of FMC set a target that at least 10% of their annual primary aluminium procurement volumes meet or exceed the...

Keeping cobalt competitive - midstream processing in Australia - CSIRO

Keeping cobalt competitive: midstream processing in Australia

Keeping cobalt competitive: midstream processing in Australia In the fourth instalment of the Australian Mining Review’s critical minerals series, we speak with Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO Futures manager Beni Delaval and CSIRO chief research scientist Chris Vernon for a deep dive into emerging mid-stream processing pathways for cobalt as highlighted in the agency’s From Minerals to Materials: An Assessment of Australia’s Critical Minerals Mid-Stream Processing Capabilities report. According to the IEA, cobalt demand is expected to increase from 171.6kt in 2022, to 524.7kt in 2050, driven by emerging clean energy technologies, specifically the use of cobalt in lithium-ion batteries. Australia has the opportunity to capitalise on this swell in demand, while enabling global divestment from the cobalt dominating the...