When mining came to town

WHEN it comes to the impact of mining companies on the local community, Jack Campbell is one of the biggest supporters.Jack and his family...

Come Fly With Me

What REALLY happens in the life of a fly-in, fly-out mine worker?Is it all high jinks for high pay?A book by blogger and real-life...

Queen’s Honours mind Manners

WA mining stalwart, author and philanthropist Ron Manners has been made an Officer (AO) in the General Division of the Order of Australia.Mr Manners...

Hands-on with sanitiser

ONE of the best ways to prevent the spread of COVID-19 is by washing our hands often with soap and water, or if that...

These boots are made for mining

A NEW waterproof boot that offers both comfort and safety is gaining popularity at mining sites.The Crawford boot, designed by podiatrist Penny Crawford, offers...

Pretty in pink

RIO Tinto has unveiled its annual showcase of the world’s rarest pink and red diamonds in an exclusive preview at the Argyle mine site...

Blooming Good Reason

On 65 Roses Day, send your loved ones a rose from the mines, and it will be helping people with Cystic Fibrosis (CF) at...

Always was, always will be

Alcoa employees across Australia proudly celebrated the history and culture of Australia’s traditional owners, the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, at NAIDOC Week...

MATEship for miners

Mental health and wellbeing will be important to Australia’s recovery from COVID-19, according to the Minerals Council of Australia (MCA).In its pre-budget submission, the...

Practice makes perfect

What do university mining schools need most? Over the past few years increasing attention has been directed to the people employed to teach and...