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Weir to acquire Micromine

Weir to acquire Micromine Weir is accelerating its strategy for sustainable digital mining after entering a binding agreement to acquire Mining Software Holdings (Micromine) for $1.3b (£657m). Micromine is a top-tier global software provider to the mining industry, with comprehensive solutions across the upstream mining value chain. It supports critical mining operations from exploration through mine design and planning, operational scheduling and mining operations in hard ore, soft ore and underground applications. Weir chief executive Jon Stanton says the combined force of Micromine and Weir will create a sector-leading globally scaled platform to optimise performance...

Bowen Tennis Association President Walter Morris and Bowen Rail Safety Coordinator Mandy Evans rally together at Bowen Tennis.

Game, set, match: Bowen Rail Company serves up a win for the community

Game, set, match: Bowen Rail Company serves up a win for the community Bowen Tennis Association has scored big with a Bowen Rail Company (BRC) grant to support the development of the region’s next generation of tennis stars. The 95-year-old club was one of four recent grant recipients of Bowen Rail Company’s Community Partnership Program, which supports local not-for-profit organisations and community groups with the purchase of small assets that can make a big difference. Bowen Tennis Association president Walter Morris says the Bowen Rail Company’s...

North Queensland exports power Queensland’s prosperity

North Queensland exports power Queensland’s prosperity

North Queensland exports power Queensland’s prosperity A new report has highlighted the multi-billion-dollar contribution the North Queensland Export Terminal (NQXT) north of Bowen in North Queensland makes to local, state and national economies. North Queensland Bulk Ports (NQBP) commissioned the study to examine the economic and social impact of three Queensland east coast ports it is port authority for — Hay Point, Mackay and Abbot Point. The North Queensland Export Terminal is located within the Port of Abbot Point. The study found activity at the Port of Abbot Point contributed almost $10b to the Queensland...

Purple trays hit the pit as part of Carmichael mine Peer Supporter Program

Purple trays hit the pit as part of Carmichael mine Peer Supporter Program

Purple trays hit the pit as part of Carmichael mine Peer Supporter Program Bravus Mining and Resources has unveiled the newest and biggest Peer Supporters for the industry-leading mental health program run at its Carmichael mine near Clermont in central Queensland. Bravus Mining and Resources health and safety manager Graeme Furnell said two of the operation’s fleet of 200t CAT 796AC mining trucks had been fitted with trays painted in ‘Peer Supporter purple’ to remind the workforce that support is available should they be going...

Mineral Resources director of technology and innovation David Geraghty (left) with Hexagon chief synergy officer autonomous solutions Gordan Dale (right).

Mineral Resources reaches major milestone for first fully autonomous road trains

Mineral Resources reaches major milestone for first fully autonomous road trains Mineral Resources (MinRes) has handed over the first custom off-road triple road train to Hexagon AB for conversion to autonomous operation. Delivered one month ahead of schedule, the handover represents a significant milestone in the development of a fully autonomous fleet of road trains. This world-first technology was designed and developed by MinRes and Hexagon for Mineral Resources’ Onslow iron project which is situated in the Pilbara region of WA. MinRes director of technology and innovation David Geraghty presented the keys to a customised Kenworth...

Federal Government backs green metals

Federal Government backs green metals

Federal Government backs green metals The Federal Government has announced a $750m investment to drive the development of new technologies that will keep Australia’s metals manufacturing sector competitive on the global stage. Australia is already a leading exporter of high-quality alumina, aluminium, iron and steel, with metals exports contributing over $150bpa. This funding aims to add further value to the industry by supporting the adoption of low-emissions technologies and advanced manufacturing processes. The investment is part of the broader $1.7b Future Made in Australia Innovation Fund, unveiled in the 2024-25 Budget. It is designed to accelerate technological breakthroughs, fund pilot and demonstration projects and support innovations that can reduce emissions and modernise manufacturing infrastructure. A primary objective of the...

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Federal Government announces $392m program to boost industry growth

Federal Government announces $392m program to boost industry growth The Federal Government has announced a new $392m Industry Growth Program, designed to provide support and advice to small-to-medium businesses and start-ups. The program aims to help these businesses commercialise their ideas and expand, providing grants and mentorship to increase the pipeline of investment-ready projects for the $15b National Reconstruction Fund. This investment is part of a broader commitment to industry growth, which includes a $101m investment in the responsible development of Australia's quantum and artificial intelligence industries. This funding will be used in conjunction with Australia's National Quantum Strategy, which was announced last week, and the $15b National Reconstruction Fund to position Australia as a leader in technological advancements that...

Gold production is expected to begin in the third quarter of 2025.

Large scale gold mining restarts in Tennant Creek

Large scale gold mining restarts in Tennant Creek Large scale mining is set to restart in Tennant Creek with Tennant Mining beginning construction on its Nobles gold mine project in the Northern Territory. Civil work is underway at Nobles with construction and commissioning to be completed in the second quarter of 2025. Gold production is expected to begin in the third quarter of 2025. The project is forecast to produce an average of 65,000ozpa of gold and it’s expected to contribute $69.9m to the Northern Territory economy each year. Initially, work will focus on mining stockpiles and tailings at the Nobles open pit mine...