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Pilbara Ports has notified Red Hawk Mining (ASX: RHK) that an annual throughput of 1mtpa at the Utah Point Bulk Handling Facility in the Port of Port Hedland, WA, will be available for allocation in 2026.  The forecasted throughput allocation is consistent with Red Hawk’s Pre-Feasibility Study which has export volume in year one of 1.2mt, increasing to 5mtpa over five years.  Red Hawk managing director Steven Michael says the company has been in discussions with Pilbara Ports for the past year to secure a port allocation at Utah Point, which is the only multi-user bulk commodities berth in the Pilbara.   “The berth has a 24mtpa capacity catering predominantly for iron ore juniors and other smaller bulk mineral export companies,” he…

EQ Resources’ (ASX: EQR) Mt Carbine tungsten operations in Queensland hit a new monthly production record of 9,040mtu for August, with a new daily record of 571mtu.  These results are driven by improving ore grade and equipment upgrades at Mt Carbine and come as the company transitions from contract mining to owner-operator mining in the Andy White open pit.   Improvements include the upgrade to the TOMRA XRT Ore Sorter #2 topped with increased recovery at the gravity plant due to the installation of a scavenger jig.   Mining operations also recorded a higher-grade feed supplied to the gravity plant, well in line with the recent drilling results showing a grade improvement at depth of the Andy White open pit.  These improvements…

To ensure South Australia keeps pace with technological developments, the South Australian Chamber of Mines and Energy (SACOME) has completed the STEM digital technology program pilot. This program will aim to increase student interest in technology-based careers and supports the future-skilled talent pipeline needed for the state’s resources sector and other industries. In partnership with Catholic Education South Australia (CESA), SACOME initiated the pilot program at six metropolitan and regional schools with support from industry partners BHP (ASX: BHP), Nyrstar, Fortescue (ASX: FMG), Hillgrove Resources (ASX: HGO) and SIMEC Mining. The pilot demonstrated increased student engagement and improved learning outcomes. SACOME chief executive Rebecca Knol commented on the pilot program. “Empowering students with a STEM education is an investment in…

The future success of Australia’s manufacturing industries is dependent on accelerated investment in artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics, the Australian Steel Institute (ASI) annual national convention in Brisbane, Queensland will hear. Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing (ARM) Hub founder and chief executive Professor Cori Stewart will argue AI and robotics not only save time, but also potentially save lives by minimising human error and ensuring a safer working environment. Professor Stewart will deliver the presentation to the peak body on September 10. Professor Stewart says continued growth in the manufacturing industry including steel is likely because of the baked-in demand for green energy. However, accelerated AI and automation is required to ensure Australia’s competitiveness. “In the highly competitive steel industry, AI…

Westgold (ASX: WGX) has commenced mining at its South Junction Lode within the Bluebird-South Junction mining complex at Meekatharra, WA. The ramp up targets a 100kt per month run rate for the Bluebird-South Junction mine by Q3 FY25. The drilling results have returned significant intersections from both the Polar Star and South Junction Lode positions. Of great significance is an intersection of 8.83m at 15.31g/t gold being the most southern hole drilled to date with the mineralised system remaining open to the south. Westgold managing director and chief executive Wayne Bramwell says drilling continues to unlock value and point to the potential scale of the mining complex. “The commencement of mining on the South Junction Lode is a company milestone,…

The Federal Government has released a new digital Australian Critical Minerals Prospectus, featuring an interactive map and showcasing more than 55 investment-ready projects across the country. This new online tool by Austrade can be customised to navigate Australia mineral endowment and a range of available government support, including potential funding for Australian critical minerals projects. One of the investment-ready projects featured in the prospectus is Ardea Sources’ Kalgoorlie nickel project Goongarrie Hub. Federal Resources Minister Madeleine King comments on this. “Critical minerals are vital for the global efforts to reduce emissions and becoming increasingly important inputs for the defence industry,” she said. “Australia’s resources industry has been developed with foreign investment, and we need overseas investment to build our critical…

Scientists have long been fascinated by the formation of gold nuggets, often found nestled within quartz veins. New research led by Monash University geologists suggests that the process might be even more electrifying than we previously thought—literally. Gold nuggets, prized for their rarity and beauty, have been at the heart of gold rushes for centuries. The study is led by Dr Chris Voisey from the Monash University School of Earth Atmosphere and Environment and will be published in Nature Geoscience. “The standard explanation is that gold precipitates from hot, water-rich fluids as they flow through cracks in the Earth’s crust,” said Dr Voisey. “As these fluids cool or undergo chemical changes, gold separates out and becomes trapped in quartz veins,”…

Technology developed at The University of Queensland (UQ) can remove harmful chemicals from water so they can be used in renewable batteries. Researchers at UQ’s Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology have made a filter which quickly and cleanly captures per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). PFAS are synthetic chemicals used in consumer and industrial products because of their ability to resist heat, stains, grease and water, however, they have been linked to a range of potential human health problems. The filter contains a patented sorbent solution that uses an ion-exchange technique to isolate and remove the PFAS as the water passes through. Polymer chemist Dr Cheng Zhang says fluorine-based materials can be harvested from the filter. “People are increasingly aware…

Arcadium Lithium (ASX: LTM) will suspend stage 4A waste stripping at its Mt Cattlin spodumene operation in WA given the continuing decline in spodumene prices. Additionally, Arcadium Lithium plans to place Mt Cattlin into care and maintenance after it completes stage three mining and ore processing in the first half of 2025. By placing Mt Cattlin into care and maintenance, operations can potentially resume when the market conditions become more favourable. Arcadium Lithium will continue to explore the viability of underground mining at Mt Cattlin which could potentially extend its mine life. Company president and chief executive Paul Graves commented on the news. “We remain committed to developing our global portfolio of hard rock assets and are confident they will…

Control the health outcomes on your worksite with RVT Group On worksites across Australia, juggling the health of workers alongside budgets, time constraints and productivity can make or break a project.  Health risks can be both deadly and disruptive. They not only impact the livelihood of your workers, but they can also be a huge setback for any project.  But what if there was an end-to-end solution to manage onsite health risks? A solution that is delivered by a passionate team dedicated to sending everyone home safely, each and every day.  Established in 1993 and now supporting more than 4,000 companies across Australia, Europe and America, RVT Group provides hazard control systems to mitigate the risks associated with poor ventilation,…

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