Author: Georgina Cook

Queensland targets mining approval delays with new reforms

Queensland targets mining approval delays with new reforms

The Queensland Government has introduced legislation to reform the state’s mining lease objections framework, with the government saying the changes will deliver faster decisions and greater certainty for communities, landholders and mining companies.

Forrestania and MEGA sign two long-term agreements

Forrestania and MEGA sign two long-term agreements

Forrestania Resources (ASX: FRS) has executed two long-term commercial agreements with MEGA Resources to support Forrestania’s processing hub and regional growth strategy.

WesTrac showcases new Cat motor grader at WA roadshow

WesTrac showcases new Cat motor grader at WA roadshow

Western Australians are getting the opportunity to get behind the controls of the future of grading technology at WesTrac’s Cat Next Generation Motor Grader Roadshow this month.

Sandvik presents the latest evolution of its 63t haulage platform

Sandvik presents the latest evolution of its 63t haulage platform

Sandvik has officially released the Toro TH663i I Gen2 underground truck, the latest evolution of its 63t haulage platform.

This extends the Lithium Industry Support Program which was due to expire at the end of 2026.

Element Zero secures $26m for green iron trial

The Federal Government is investing $26m in a $53.6m project by Perth-based company Element Zero to fund technology that could convert Australian iron ore into lower-emissions iron using renewable electricity.

Rio Tinto?(ASX:?RIO) reported a 28% increase in H1 CY26 EBITDA to US$14.8b, with copper, aluminium and lithium contributing to more than half of the result as the miner diversifies beyond iron ore.

Copper, aluminium and lithium lift Rio earnings

Rio Tinto (ASX: RIO) reported a 28% increase in H1 CY26 EBITDA to US$14.8b, with copper, aluminium and lithium contributing to more than half of the result as the miner diversifies beyond iron ore.