WA welcomes new Mines Minister

Underground workers dead after mine explosion Two workers died after an explosion occurred at an underground mine in Cobar NSW this morning. Emergency services were called to the site, located about 450km east of Broken Hill, at about 3.45am after reports two people had been critically injured in a workplace incident, the NSW Police confirmed in a statement. According to the statement, officers attached to the Central North Police District were told on arrival a man was confirmed dead after the explosion and two women were brought to the surface. One of the survivors has since died and the second woman was airlifted to hospital and is being treated for...

EOI open to supply future power needs of the Pilbara WA Government-owned energy provider Horizon Power is calling for independent power producers to present proposals to supply power to the Pilbara region starting from 2030. The expression of interest (EOI) invites proposals from a broad range of industry participants, including those with innovative renewable energy solutions and partnerships with Traditional Owner groups. Respondents with renewable energy projects and clear pathways to land access — including Traditional Owner groups — will be viewed favourably. By broadening participation, this process will provide greater flexibility to Horizon Power's generation procurement in the Pilbara and will optimise opportunities for local...

Caterpillar takes home gold Caterpillar has received a Gold Award at the Eventex Awards for its 5,200m2 MINExpo 2024 booth design that transported delegates to a real-world mine site. Inspired by Caterpillar’s Tinaja Hills demonstration and learning centre in Arizona, US, the exhibit gave attendees of the world’s largest mining trade show an immersive on-site experience. Among 1,239 entries from 59 countries, Caterpillar’s booth — designed, developed and executed in collaboration with creative agencies Spiro and Converse Marketing — stood apart with its compelling visual storytelling and immersive experience. All components of the...

Puutu Kunti Kurrama and Pinikura (PKKP) Traditional Owners will own new mining equipment to be leased to Fortescue (ASX: FMG) under new Native Title agreements.