BHP-China trade talks come to an end

By Chloe Coutinho

Wednesday, 22 April 2026

Economics & Commodity PricesNews

BHP (ASX: BHP) has concluded price talks for its iron ore sales contract with the China Mineral Resources Group (CMRG) after more than seven months of negotiations.

The MOU supports Metallium’s plan to develop a national network of e-waste processing facilities, strategically located near major e-waste collection hubs, rapidly expanding U.S. data centre industrial parks and regional industrial corridors with strong logistics and waste generation.

(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...

The Yeneena Basin – a Neoproterozoic basin formed at the eastern margin of the Pilbara Craton in WA – is a significant example of a mineral-rich basin.

MRIWA unearths new frontiers for mineral exploration

MRIWA unearths new frontiers for mineral exploration New research released this week into ancient sedimentation, deformation and mineralisation could support renewed exploration interest in under-explored areas of WA. The ancient sediments of the Yeneena Basin in WA’s north host proven mineral resources including the Telfer (gold-copper), Nifty (copper) and recently discovered Winu (copper-gold) deposits. However, the wider mineral potential of much of this region, remains largely unknown, with the deformed basin fill and its rich endowment of gold, copper, uranium and other metals largely obscured by generations of later...

A decision has been taken to start the necessary steps to cease operations at the Mavis Underground.

Stanmore begins shutdown of Mavis Underground

Stanmore begins shutdown of Mavis Underground Stanmore Resources (ASX: SMR) announced it will begin halting mining operations at the Mavis Underground coal project in Queensland from the end of June 2024. This follows a strategic review that determined the project, given its relatively short mine life, has proven to be uneconomic under current market conditions and coal prices. The review cited comparatively higher costs driven by the challenging ramp-up and lower production volumes achieved to date. The Mavis Underground pit, part of the larger Millenium project, will be closed and sealed, with the Millennium Complex as a whole expected...

All-in sustaining cost this quarter was reduced by 13% from Q1 to $1,274poz.

A golden Q2 for Evolution Mining

A golden Q2 for Evolution Mining Evolution Mining (ASX: EVN) released its Q2 results, with record group cash flow up 171% from Q2 following strong gold and copper production. FY24 was a foundational year for Evolution’s gold production following its acquisition of the Northparkes mine. The company’s Q2 gold production was up 14% from Q1 to 212,070oz with copper production remaining consistent 20,318t. Sustainability performance was achieved in all key areas, with a 13% improvement from the prior year in total recordable injury frequency. Evolution reports a 14% reduction in emissions from May 31, 2024, showing progress towards its 2030 emissions reduction target...