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Whitehaven inspires future STEM leaders The Tamworth Regional Science and Engineering Challenge provided an exciting opportunity for regional students to test their STEM-based problem-solving skills at the Tamworth Regional Entertainment and Conference Centre in NSW. Organised by The Rotary Club of Tamworth First Light in collaboration with the University of Newcastle, the annual event is designed to encourage students to consider future careers in the field of STEM, by involving them in a series of activities they wouldn’t normally experience in a classroom. Since its inception in 2001, the challenge has provided students with hands-on experiences in a series of...

MinRes supports Ocean Heroes' return to Esperance Children and young adults living with autism have once again experienced the thrill of surfing in Esperance, WA’s pristine waters, thanks to the ongoing partnership between Mineral Resources (ASX: MIN) and Ocean Heroes. More than 50 participants aged three to 30 took part in free surfing lessons at Twilight Beach in March, marking the fifth consecutive year that Ocean Heroes has brought its confidence-building sessions to the coastal town. The Ocean Heroes...

Rio Tinto launches Underground Mass Mining Institute Rio Tinto (ASX: RIO), in collaboration with The University of Queensland, has marked the official launch of the South Gobi Underground Mass Mining Institute (SGUMMI) with a visit by the President of Mongolia to the Oyu Tolgoi mine. This institute offers a comprehensive, world class training program designed for both local and international mining professionals utilising the Oyu Tolgoi copper mine as practical training hub. In recent years, there has been a significant decline in the...

2025 NSW Women in Mining Awards winners announced Glencore business development and technical services general manager Hope Mulvihill has been named the 2025 Exceptional Woman in NSW Mining. Ms Mulvihill realised her passion for mining at university, becoming the first ever female president of The University of Queensland’s Mining and Metallurgy Association student chapter and vice president of the AusIMM student chapter. After joining Glencore in 2011, Hope worked as a senior mining engineer and business analyst before her appointment in 2024 as business development and technical services general manager, overseeing governance, business planning, merger and acquisition due diligence...

Games demonstrate mine rescue capability Emergency response crews from across Victoria, NSW and Tasmania descended on Costerfield and Heathcote over the weekend to take part in the Victorian Mine Rescue Competition. In one of the largest annual mine safety training exercises in Australia, Fosterville gold mine took out the top honours as best overall emergency rescue team after completing two days of six challenging simulated emergency scenarios. Teams competed in simulated scenarios that tested critical aspects of emergency response including underground rescue skills, firefighting, first aid and technical rope rescue. Organised by MCA Victoria this important event has gone from strength to...

Modules travel the distance for BHP project The Sedgman and CPB Contractors joint venture (SCJV), both CIMIC Group companies, have successfully transported more than 30 preassembled modules over 800km for BHP’s (ASX: BHP) Western Ridge crusher project in WA. The modules, weighing up to 125t and measuring 42m long and 11m wide, arrived in Port Hedland in February before beginning an...

Algae cultivation: a multimillion-dollar opportunity With 240 mines in Australia projected to close by 2040, algae could be key in managing site water quality, improving mine closure outcomes and creating business opportunities. A new report released by the Cooperative Research Centre for Transformations in Mining Economies (CRC TiME) has found notable benefits in using algae-based technologies to help mitigate the environmental impacts of mining during operations and after closure. Integrating algae into mine site closure planning could enable the creation of algae-based supply chains — with potential for regional, Indigenous and Australian enterprises....

Metso unveils game-changing Sustainable Flowsheet Explorer Metso is launching the Sustainable Flowsheet Explorer (SFX) in response to rising demand for strategic minerals and metals, depleting ore deposits and stricter environmental regulations and a call for innovative system-level thinking in minerals processing. The SFX enables the assessment, simulation and comparison of technological alternatives on circuit and full flowsheets within minutes instead of weeks. This innovative digital solution provides valuable insights on energy consumption, water usage, GHG emissions, costs, metallurgical performance and much more. Metso minerals digital process performance vice president Rodrigo Grau says the Sustainable Flowsheet Explorer streamlines the evaluation and comparison of technological...

NSW Global Operator Challenge winner announced Operator Tim Lamb from Edgeworth has become NSW’s best Cat® machinery operator following the thrilling State Final of the Caterpillar® Global Operator Challenge, held at WesTrac’s dig pit in Tomago. The 34-year-old, who works with Daracon Group, outperformed nine other finalists in the challenges, designed to test the skill, accuracy and agility of competitors. Tim was crowned state champion and will join WA’s champion Max Harris on an all-expenses-paid trip to Japan, where they will compete against international operators at the Asia-Pacific Regional Finals in October. (Image source: WesTrac) The NSW GOC 2025...

Automation Solutions - Machine Tending Robot Systems Australian businesses, especially those in remote areas where finding skilled labour can be difficult, often face labour shortages and resulting bottlenecks due to expensive machines that often sit idle. To help companies overcome these challenges and improve their operations, Automation Solutions offer tailor made robotic systems. Automation Solutions specialises in providing innovative robotic solutions such as machine tending and material handling cells, which can streamline manufacturing operations. These robotic systems handle raw materials and finish products that can run unmanned throughout the day and night, allowing mining companies to extend machine run time and achieve a sharp increase in output. By reducing the labour required to produce finished machined parts, businesses can redirect...

Advancements in Slurry Pump Technology: Enhancing Monitoring and Maintenance with GIW® SLYsight and RAMSL Together, GIW® SLYsight and RAMSL represent significant advancements in pump technology, making slurry pump monitoring and maintenance more efficient and less burdensome. GIW® SLYsight: Real-Time Insights into Pump Health Traditionally, monitoring the condition of slurry pumps has been a challenge. Operators typically see the pumps at the beginning of their life when they are new and at the end when they are worn out, leaving a significant gap filled with guesswork. SLYsight changes this by offering daily insights into the pump's condition, allowing operators to monitor critical aspects such as internal clearances, which are crucial for managing wear. With SLYsight, operators can now observe the pump's performance...