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Red Tape Delays Mining Projects as Just 9 of 80 Copper Mines on Track for Net Zero
Speakers at the International Mining Conference said red tape was one of the biggest hurdles the industry faced.
Broad Support for Resumption of Mining, Oil and Gas Prospecting in New Zealand
The majority of submitters are in favour of a government proposal to allow mining to resume in New Zealand after it was cancelled under Labour.
Greens Pledge to Set Up State-Owned Mining Company, Includes Indigenous Worker Quota
The move comes as the Minerals Council of Australia openly criticises the federal government for hampering mining activities.
Premier Attempts to Salvage Billion-Dollar Gold Mine Shuttered Due to Indigenous Heritage
NSW Labor Premier Chris Minns has stepped in to try and save a mining project after federal Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek put a stop to part of it.
Central African Republic Government Suspends Chinese Mining Company for Alleged Ties to Armed Groups
‘Fallen on Deaf Ears’: Safety Fears Before Mine Tragedy
The body of a 37-year-old man who died after the rockfall, and named in multiple media reports as Kurt Hourigan of Bruthen, was recovered about 6am on Thursday.
One Man Freed and Another Trapped After Mine Collapse in Victoria
Emergency crews were working to free the second miner, as dozens of other workers took refuge in a safety pod.
Wages Top Inflation for First Time in 3 Years
Average full time workers saw an increase across the board of 4.2 percent for the year.
Judge Ruling That Wind Farms on Tribal Land Must Be Dismantled a ‘Win for American Property Rights’
‘This wind energy group moved in and set up these turbines without permission from the rightful owners of the property they built on’
Crisis Talks Held as Lithium and Nickel Prices Crash and Mines Close
The resources minister said the renewable push could also be impacted.
Plunder of Rare Minerals by China Sparks African Pushback
African governments are becoming increasingly frustrated with alleged abuses committed by Chinese mineral extraction companies and are taking action.
Hefty Fines After Australian Underground Mine Worker Dies in Pit
‘The death of any worker is one too many, and industry must learn from this tragedy.’
‘Lefty Shill’: NZ Deputy PM Responds to Pressure From Greens Over Oil, Gas Mining
The previous government, helmed by Jacinda Arden, brought into law the Crown Minerals (Petroleum) Amendment Act which banned new exploration permits.
Gina Rinehart Says More Miners Should Enter Parliament
The CME estimates environmental approvals are slowing mining activity, with some applications needing 10-15 years.
The High Cost of Electric Vehicles: Mining for Minerals Puts US Water Supplies in Danger
Rapid growth of the green energy sector creates soaring demand for mining, dealing a harsh blow to water stressed communities.
Red Tape Delays Mining Projects as Just 9 of 80 Copper Mines on Track for Net Zero
Speakers at the International Mining Conference said red tape was one of the biggest hurdles the industry faced.
Broad Support for Resumption of Mining, Oil and Gas Prospecting in New Zealand
The majority of submitters are in favour of a government proposal to allow mining to resume in New Zealand after it was cancelled under Labour.
Greens Pledge to Set Up State-Owned Mining Company, Includes Indigenous Worker Quota
The move comes as the Minerals Council of Australia openly criticises the federal government for hampering mining activities.
Premier Attempts to Salvage Billion-Dollar Gold Mine Shuttered Due to Indigenous Heritage
NSW Labor Premier Chris Minns has stepped in to try and save a mining project after federal Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek put a stop to part of it.
Central African Republic Government Suspends Chinese Mining Company for Alleged Ties to Armed Groups
‘Fallen on Deaf Ears’: Safety Fears Before Mine Tragedy
The body of a 37-year-old man who died after the rockfall, and named in multiple media reports as Kurt Hourigan of Bruthen, was recovered about 6am on Thursday.
One Man Freed and Another Trapped After Mine Collapse in Victoria
Emergency crews were working to free the second miner, as dozens of other workers took refuge in a safety pod.
Wages Top Inflation for First Time in 3 Years
Average full time workers saw an increase across the board of 4.2 percent for the year.
Judge Ruling That Wind Farms on Tribal Land Must Be Dismantled a ‘Win for American Property Rights’
‘This wind energy group moved in and set up these turbines without permission from the rightful owners of the property they built on’
Crisis Talks Held as Lithium and Nickel Prices Crash and Mines Close
The resources minister said the renewable push could also be impacted.
Plunder of Rare Minerals by China Sparks African Pushback
African governments are becoming increasingly frustrated with alleged abuses committed by Chinese mineral extraction companies and are taking action.
Hefty Fines After Australian Underground Mine Worker Dies in Pit
‘The death of any worker is one too many, and industry must learn from this tragedy.’
‘Lefty Shill’: NZ Deputy PM Responds to Pressure From Greens Over Oil, Gas Mining
The previous government, helmed by Jacinda Arden, brought into law the Crown Minerals (Petroleum) Amendment Act which banned new exploration permits.
Gina Rinehart Says More Miners Should Enter Parliament
The CME estimates environmental approvals are slowing mining activity, with some applications needing 10-15 years.
The High Cost of Electric Vehicles: Mining for Minerals Puts US Water Supplies in Danger
Rapid growth of the green energy sector creates soaring demand for mining, dealing a harsh blow to water stressed communities.