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Rail wins in Govt. infrastructure package

Monday 15 December 2008

Prime Minister Kevin Rudd's plan to increase spending on infrastructure into next year in a bid to counteract the impact of the global economic crisis is a welcome first instalment on a wider national capacity-building program, Minerals Council of Australia CEO Mitchell Hooke has said.


Govt white paper raises alarm

Monday 15 December 2008

The Minerals Council of Australia has said it hopes the Federal Government's White Paper released today will include a phased and measured transition to emissions trading.


Innovation is automation

Wednesday 26 November 2008

Atlas Copco has developed an automated mining machine which automates the task of cable bolting to prevent rockfalls.


Minerals paying its share, Hooke

Friday 21 November 2008

The Australian minerals industry is paying enough taxes and increases should be avoided, Minerals Council of Australia (MCA) CEO Mitch Hooke told MINING DAILY.


Oustanding Contribution to Mining Finalist: Tim Shanahan

Thursday 20 November 2008

Tim Shanahan has been nominated as a finalist in the 5th Annual Prospect Awards for his continued dedicated service to the mining industry.


Conference decides mining future

Wednesday 19 November 2008

The Australasian Institute of Mining & Metallurgy and the School of Mining Engineering, University of New South Wales (UNSW) have joined forces to host the inaugural Future of Mining Conference held at the University from today until Thursday 21 November.


NSW environment and community awards

Monday 17 November 2008

The 2008 New South Wales Mineral Council's environment and community excellence awards are to be held tonight at Leura's York Fairmont Resort in the Blue Mountains.


58,000 workers required by 2020

Friday 07 November 2008

An additional labour force of 58,000 will be required by 2020 if Australia is to maintain its current share of commodities, Minerals Council of Australia director, environment and social policy, Melanie Stutsel told delegates at yesterday's Desert Knowledge Symposium, Alice Springs.


Truck fit for purpose

Thursday 06 November 2008

Isuzu has introduced a new truck that has already been implemented by Toowoomba Regional Council.


Gillard concedes 'drop dead' argument

Tuesday 01 January 1980

Deputy Prime Minister Julia Gillard has conceded the Australian Mines and Metals Association's (AMMA) argument against 'drop dead' dates for old workplace agreements.


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