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Coronavirus screening for FIFO workers FLY-IN, fly-out workers may undergo a special coronavirus screening as part of new measures to protect rural and remote communities from the spread of the virus. The Australian Principle Health Committee will present a management plan to the Federal Government, which will include special measures for FIFO employees. Chief medical officer Brendan Murphy said the health risks posed by the virus affected metropolitan and rural areas differently. “In metropolitan areas the health system would be able to cope... but in isolated communities this could have pretty devastating consequences,” he said. “They present a particular risk and so we’re planning a range of approaches to staffing and screening of people coming into community so that we...

ChemX begins early-stage commissioning of HiPurA® pilot plant ChemX Materials (ASX: CMX) has begun early-stage commissioning of the leach circuit within its HiPurA® high purity alumina (HPA) pilot plant in WA. The leach circuit is part of ChemX’s flowsheet and comprises the first part of the patented HiPurA® purification process. It takes the aluminous chemical feedstock and sufficiently upgrades its purity for the solvent extraction stage. The HiPurA® process produces HPA and high purity alumina cathode precursor salts for lithium ion batteries. It can produce above 4N (99.99%) pure HPA and is low in energy consumption compared to alternative technologies....

Core Lithium's milestones propel Australian lithium industry towards a renewable future In an increasingly renewable-focused world, Core Lithium's (ASX: CSO) recent milestones not only solidify its position in the global lithium market but also drive the Australian lithium industry towards a sustainable future. The granting of mining authorisation for the BP33 underground project and the commencement of the maiden shipment of spodumene concentrate underscore Core Lithium's commitment to meeting the rising global demand for lithium, a crucial resource for renewable energy technologies. Australia is known for its rich lithium deposits, and Core Lithium is at the forefront...

Abra mine resumes production Galena Mining (ASX: G1A) has resumed full production at its Abra lead and silver mine following the significant rainfall event in March that impacted operations. The mine has been restocked with essential consumables and mining and processing plans have been implemented for May and the remainder of the June quarter. Galena Mining managing director Tony James says April operations were limited due to the loss of the roads to site following the March rain, which interrupted the continued ramp-up of Abra mining and processing operations. “The mine has now resumed its activities and is working...