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(Image source: Bravus Mining & Resources) Details about how the technology was used have been published in the international journal Animal Biotelemetry, which will help conservationists learn more about other less-tracked species.

Bravus black-throated finch project takes flight

Bravus black-throated finch project takes flight A high-tech research project between Bravus Mining and Resources and Queensland scientists has created a new model to uncover the secrets of rare bird species. The joint project with researchers from ecology consultancy E2M has provided new information about the habitat and daily movements of the black-throated finch, using an AI-supported radio tracking program. Bravus Mining and Resources chief operating officer Mick Crowe says the latest findings from the research project are an important part of Bravus’ commitment...

(Image source: Bravus Mining and Resources) Regular fitness classes are among the activities offered to staff at Carmichael mine through the ‘building a happier and healthier Carmichael community’ initiative.

Bravus shortlisted at Queensland Mining Awards

Bravus shortlisted at Queensland Mining Awards Bravus Mining and Resources has been recognised as an industry leader at the Queensland Mining Awards (QMA). Activities at the Carmichael mine in central Queensland have been shortlisted for the environmental award and the community, staff engagement or equal opportunity award at the QMAs. Bravus chief operating officer Mick Crowe says it was a honour to be up for two awards. “We’re proud to have met our commitments to local employment, local procurement and the environment during construction of the mine...

Abbot Point gearing up for cyclone season.

Abbot Point Operations storming ahead with wet weather preparations

Abbot Point Operations storming ahead with wet weather preparations Abbot Point Operations (APO) has kicked-off Bowen’s biggest severe weather prep plan to ensure the multi-billion-dollar North Queensland Export Terminal is ready for the cyclone season ahead. APO general manager Damien Dederer said the business activated its Severe Weather Committee each October to review and test the coal export terminal’s systems, people processes and infrastructure, which includes some of the largest manmade structures in the Whitsundays. Six 40m tall stacker-reclaimers and a trestle jetty that stretches 2.75km offshore to a wharf supporting two shiploaders are among the plant and equipment used to export about 35mt of thermal and metallurgical coal...

Bravus celebrates award nomination

Bravus celebrates award nomination

Bravus celebrates award nomination Bravus Mining and Resources has been recognised by the Queensland Resource Council’s 2025 Indigenous Awards for its partnership with Biodiversity Australia. The partnership began in 2018 through the Carmichael Rail Network with Biodiversity Australia providing environmental consultancy and on-ground services in ecology, vegetation management and fauna management. With the support of Bravus, the First Nations owned business was able to establish a permanent office in Townsville in north Queensland, that delivers services across mining and heavy industry, defence, tourism and education sectors. [caption...

Macmahon Holdings (ASX: MAH) is partnering with Manuka Resources (ASX: MKR) for the restart of mining operations at the Wonawinta silver project in NSW.

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Wonawinta silver project set for restart under Macmahon deal

Macmahon Holdings (ASX: MAH) is partnering with Manuka Resources (ASX: MKR) for the restart of mining operations at the Wonawinta silver project in NSW.

Ravensthorpe nickel mine closes

Ravensthorpe nickel mine closes

Ravensthorpe nickel mine in WA. ELIZABETH FABRI CANADIAN mining giant First Quantum Minerals announced plans to suspend operations at its Ravensthorpe nickel mine which struggled to remain profitable during “depressed” nickel market conditions. From early October the mine will be placed into full care and maintenance, resulting in up to 450 job losses. WA Mines and Petroleum minister Bill Johnston told The Australian Mining Review the State Government had tried to offer assistance to First Quantum to prevent its decision but unfortunately market conditions for nickel were not favourable enough for it to remain open. “The State Government reached out to First Quantum and offered assistance to prevent the decision, but...

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Mineral Resources says diversification key to revenue increase

Mineral Resources says diversification key to revenue increase Mineral Resources (MinRes) (ASX: MIN) has announced its financial results for H1 FY24, reporting strong operational performance across all businesses. The miner says revenue was up 7% to $2.51b, with underlying earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation of $674m. A diversified business model was key to the solid financial results, despite weaker lithium prices, according to the miner. ? MinRes managing director Chris Ellison says “incredible progress was made on Onslow Iron over the half”. “We currently have more than 2,000 people working on the project, with first ore-on-ship on target for June 2024,” he said. “Our unique ‘build, own,...

Liebherr partnership for green ammonia generators

Liebherr partnership for green ammonia generators

Liebherr partnership for green ammonia generators Liebherr is partnering with Italian company Bruno Generators Group (BGG) on the feasibility of green ammonia for low and zero emission power generation in mining. If successful, this will be another option for mining companies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Liebherr has already investigated ammonia as a power source for dual-fuel internal combustion engines and the company’s Mining Equipment SAS executive vice president, R&D, engineering and production Oliver Weiss says he is excited to be working with BGG now. “Their innovative mindset and tracked development...