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Environmental scientists undertaking groundwater sampling from a borehole near the Carmichael mine.

Bravus Mining groundwater research celebrated internationally

Bravus Mining groundwater research celebrated internationally Years of scientific work to better understand ancient springs in outback Queensland has paid off for local researchers who will take their findings to the world stage at a prestigious conference in Davos, Switzerland. Dr Richard Cresswell and Anne Gibson from Eco Logical Australia will present at the upcoming International Association of Hydrogeologists World Groundwater Congress in September. The research focuses on the Doongmabulla Springs Complex, which lies more than 11km away from Bravus Mining and Resources Carmichael mine near Clermont in Central Queensland. Dr Cresswell and Ms Gibson used multiple scientific techniques and approaches including field trips,...

(Image source: Bravus) (L-R) Bowen Rail Company (BRC) general manager Brendan Lane, Don River Dash secretary Wanita Sparr, and BRC rollingstock maintainer Trent Williams at BRC’s rail provisioning yard north of Bowen’s Don River.

Bowen Rail Company revs up as naming rights sponsor of Bowen’s Don River Dash

Bowen Rail Company revs up as naming rights sponsor of Bowen’s Don River Dash Bowen Rail Company is revving up as the new naming rights sponsor of the Whitsunday’s favourite event, the 2024 Don River Dash off-road race. The Don River Dash 300 is a two-day off-road race that sees motorbikes, buggies and trophy trucks tackle a rugged “desert style” course through the dry riverbed of Bowen’s famous Don River. The event injects more than $4m into the local economy as thousands...

(Image source: Bravus Mining and Resources) A drone taking flight within the study area.

Bravus Mining and Resources takes groundwater monitoring to new heights at the Carmichael mine

Bravus Mining and Resources takes groundwater monitoring to new heights at the Carmichael mine Bravus Mining and Resources' high-tech approach to groundwater research near the Carmichael mine in central Queensland has earned national recognition in a prestigious industry award. The regional Queensland business has been named a finalist in the Excellence in Environmental Management and Sustainability category at the 2024 Australian Mining Prospect Awards for applying military-grade drone technology to discover and protect previously unknown groundwater springs. Bravus Mining and Resources chief operating officer Mick Crowe says the company has partnered with Eco Logical Australia to add multispectral and thermal imaging to...

(Image source: Bravus Mining and Resources) Members of the E2M research team downloading data from one of the 10 bioacoustics recorders installed on the Carmichael mining lease and conservation area.

Queensland research maps movements and behaviours of black-throated finch

Queensland research maps movements and behaviours of black-throated finch Queensland researchers have mapped the habitat and movements of the black-throated finch in a never-before-seen level of detail, as part of Bravus Mining and Resources commitment to managing the environment. The findings are the latest from a five-year joint research program between Bravus Mining and Resources and researchers from ecology consultancy E2M and have been published in the peer-reviewed and highly respected international scientific journal PLOS One. Bravus Mining and Resources chief operating officer Mick Crowe says...

The Bill outlines amendments to enable transport and storage of greenhouse gas.

Carbon capture bill passes WA Legislative Council

Carbon capture bill passes WA Legislative Council A Bill strengthening WA’s petroleum legislation and supporting the State Government’s commitment to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 has passed the WA Legislative Council. The Petroleum Legislation Amendment Bill 2023 provides WA-based industries with opportunities to decarbonise by providing a legislative framework for the transport and geological storage of greenhouse gases. Carbon capture and storage is being used across the world by industries to decarbonise their operations. The Bill also enables the exploration for naturally occurring hydrogen through the concept of a regulated substance, which is an element that occurs within a natural geological formation. Additional...

Simon Corrigan, Ron Mitchell, Michael Tucker, Tom Graham, Travis Tucker and Nicole Stein in Kalgoorlie following the execution of the agreement.

Global Lithium Resources executes land access agreement with Kakarra Part B

Global Lithium Resources executes land access agreement with Kakarra Part B WA lithium company Global Lithium Resources (ASX:GL1) has executed a land access agreement for exploration and prospecting with Kakarra Part B for the Manna lithium project. Kakarra Part B is the native title claim group for the land underlying Manna which is situated 100 kilometres east of Kalgoorlie. This agreement underlines the framework for Global Lithium to undertake Aboriginal heritage surveys to support ongoing exploration and pre-development work at Manna. It is in-line with the requirements of the Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Act 2021 (WA)...

The Komatsu WA475-10 features 8% more breakout force and 20% more boom lift force than a prior model.

Komatsu WA475-10 wheel loader lands in Australia

Komatsu WA475-10 wheel loader lands in Australia Komatsu has introduced the WA475-10, 26t wheel loader to Australia, boasting 30% more fuel efficiency for quarry operators. Perfect for any hauling or loading jobs, the versatile WA475-10 promises to be the right combination of efficiency, productivity and ease of operation. Komatsu Australia national business manager Nick Vrontas says the significant upgrades on the WA475-10 make it an appealing addition to quarry fleets. “The WA475-10 features the newly developed Komatsu’s Hydraulic Mechanical Transmission (KHMT), an innovative solution that makes the loader more powerful and more fuel-efficient,” he said. “Variable speed control...

Koppamurra trial pit site preparation.

Australian Rare Earths applies for exploration licences south of Koppamurra

Australian Rare Earths applies for exploration licences south of Koppamurra Australian Rare Earths (ASX:AR3) has submitted applications for four exploration licences which are believed to host an extension of key geological setting at its Koppamurra rare earths project. If granted, the exploration licences will increase prospective tenure south of Koppamurra by 2700km2 to more than 6700km2. Based on a review of historic drilling and the shallow nature of the mapped Gambier limestone in the region, these application areas are considered an extension of the Koppamurra rare earth mineral province. The Gambier limestone is thought to play a critical role in the mineralisation process at Koppamurra and is deemed highly prospective for...