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New hotline for FIFO workers and families

Fly-in, fly-out workers seeking confidential alcohol and drug support can now access a free 24/7 counselling hotline, developed by the Western Australian Government, to provide assistance and advice...

Shane Webcke promotes work safety

Back in 1994 Queensland Rugby league legend Shane Webcke’s career and life were put on hold after his dad was killed at work. Today, as Queensland Safety Ambassador, Shane is sharing his story in a...

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Construction complete on Surat Basin hub substation

Queensland’s $60 billion gas industry has been given another boost following the completion of construction on a vital hub substation in the North West Surat Basin. Treasurer Curtis Pitt said the...

EIS released for proposed China Stone Coal project

The public has been invited to have their say on the draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) on a proposal to establish a new thermal coal mine in the northern Galilee Basin. Minister for State...

Community voices to be heard on resources future

The Queensland Government has opened the door for broader community input into the future of the State’s resources sector. Minister for State Development and Minister for Natural Resources and Mines...

Dugald River zinc project defies tough times

The Queensland Resources Council welcomes the MMG Limited announcement of the approval of its Dugald River project, which will make it one of the top 10 zinc mines in the world. The $US750 million...

BHP Billiton set to close Crinum mine in CQ

BHP Billiton has announced it’s Crinum mine in central Queensland will close next year. In the mining giant’s annual operational review, the company said record production and sales...

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ALP announces 50% renewable energy target

Labor has announced plans for a 50 per cent renewable energy target by 2030, with the police expected to be formally announced at this weekend’s national ALP conference in Melbourne. The...

Safety campaign stickers banned from miners helmets

Workers at Queensland coal mines will wear safety stickers on their work gear today as part of a Day of Action to promote safety in their workplaces, despite this being banned by many employers...

Bauxite Hills Project closer to operating

Metro Mining Ltd has announced a capital raising of $5.6 million, comprising a fully underwritten shareholder rights issue aimed at raising $3.6 million, which follows a successful placement which...

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