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Latitude66 set to drill high-potential gold targets at Edjudina

Latitude66 set to drill high-potential gold targets at Edjudina

Latitude66 set to drill high-potential gold targets at Edjudina Latitude 66 (ASX: LAT) has announced the planned commencement of a drilling program at its Edjudina Project, located in the Laverton region of WA. The planned drilling program will commence in March this year and consists of up to 9,000m of aircore and potentially follow up reverse circulation drilling to test multiple significant gold-in-soil surface anomalies. This follows from previous exploration works completed across the project area, which have shown substantial potential given their scale and proximity to known mineral occurrences and infrastructure. Latitude66 has also signed a drill for equity agreement with Raglan Drilling, allowing the company to complete up to 9,000m of drilling, with 25% of the cost payable...

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Weld. Power. Cut. Heat. Australian mining’s ultimate all-in-one welding powerhouse Vast distances, harsh environmental conditions, high stakes – these are just some of the challenges faced by Australian mining professionals every day. In remote mining sites, equipment failures demand rapid, reliable solutions – yet with limited access to stable power sources and support facilities, even basic repairs can become complex and costly. This highlights the need for versatile, self-sufficient equipment that can withstand Australia’s rugged terrain and keep mining operations running smoothly. And it’s in response to these requirements...

Northern Star doubles profit

Northern Star doubles profit

Northern Star doubles profit Northern Star Resources (ASX: NST) reports a record-breaking FY25 marked by high gold prices, steady production and the acquisition of De Grey Mining’s (ASX: DEG) Hemi development project. FY25 has seen several miners report record-breaking years, thanks largely to similarly remarkable gold prices. Gold has surged multiple times throughout the year, thanks in part to global uncertainty around aggressive tariffs driving investment into the industry. Northern Star has reported $6.4b in revenue, up 30% from FY24’s $4.9b, as well as an underlying net profit of over $1.4b after tax, which has more than doubled from last year....

(Image source: CIMIC Group) In total, the contracts will provide approximately $150 million in revenue for UGL across multiple years.

UGL unlocks $150m in contracts

UGL unlocks $150m in contracts CIMIC Group company UGL has been awarded several new contracts and contract extensions with existing WA clients: Alcoa (ASX: AAI), bp, Chevron and Woodside (ASX: WDX). UGL has been awarded a contract with Chevron Australia for construction services, supporting the installation of modules, equipment, structure, piping and electrical and instrumentation works. Additionally, UGL has received an 11-month contract extension for the supply of services to Alcoa’s mining and refining operations in WA for the continued management and execution of mechanical, electrical and access services for maintenance work. UGL has also received...

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Stanwell partners up to provide free course fuelling Queensland’s hydrogen future

Stanwell partners up to provide free course fuelling Queensland’s hydrogen future Meandu coal mine owner and Central Queensland hydrogen (CQ- H2) project consortium partner, Stanwell Corporation, has teamed up with CQUniversity (CQU) and ACCIONA Energía to develop online learning programs for Queensland secondary school students focused on the State’s hydrogen and renewable energy sectors. The new free courses, under the umbrella name Fuelling a hydrogen future: STEM Skills for Secondary Learning, have been developed in partnership with the Queensland Government for Years 7-12 and aim to build industry-school connections. Queensland Training and Skills Development Minister Di Farmer says the Queensland Government is investing in the younger generation through the expansion of...

Komatsu renews Endeavour Foundation partnership

Komatsu renews Endeavour Foundation partnership

Komatsu renews Endeavour Foundation partnership Komatsu is continuing to provide jobs for people with a disability through the renewal of its partnership with Endeavour Foundation. The partnership between the two companies will provide employment opportunities within Komatsu’s Oil Wear Analysis (KOWA) area. Supported employees in the program clean the 100% recycled plastic containers so they can be reused up to six times. Komatsu executive general manager Russell Hodson says the company is excited to continue its partnership with Endeavour for a further three years. “We’ve been able to not only offer meaningful employment to a number of people, but...

BlackRock blacklists thermal coal

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BlackRock blacklists thermal coal

BLACKROCK is the latest investor firm to call it quits on thermal coal. In a letter to its clients, the world’s biggest fund manager stated that in response to clients’ concerns about the impact that sustainability factors were having on economic growth, asset values and financial markets, it would no longer invest in companies sourcing more than 25pc of revenue from thermal coal. It marks a 180 degree turn on its previous program of aggressively buying Australian coal stocks in 2019. In outlining its reasons for a new approach to sustainability, BlackRock stated “the most significant of these factors today relates to climate change”. “Namely, how the global transition to a low-carbon economy could affect a company’s long-term profitability. “The...

Look outside the square for dynamic creative solutions

Look outside the square for dynamic creative solutions

AUSTRALIA’s mining boom has sold reams of newsprint and remains a constant topic of conversation, but many big questions, such as what the mining sector means for the economy, what drives its growth, and its potential benefits, can be hard to answer. The mining industry has some unique communications challenges which call for result oriented,measureable, and out-of-the-box strategies to create high impact. It requires specialist communication experts with in-depth industry knowledge, who see the potential in media and community engagement. McClusky & Co is a full service communications consultancy offering a broad range of services, including video production. The company provides creative solutions to cover company profiles, corporate events and training needs. Its video production team has significant commercial broadcasting...