Queensland's Mines Inspectorate has released a safety alert following the recent death of a mining worker after being struck by the right hand hopper door of a mobile crushing plant.
The Bligh Government has announced it will bring forward $25 million in funds to boost employment in regional areas affected by the mining downturn, following crisis talks with unions and the Queensland Resources Council.
The Queensland Department of Mines and Energy (DME) has issued an urgent safety alert to mines and quarries that have not reviewed procedures for adverse weather events.
OZ Minerals Century is a finalist in the 5th Annual Australian Mining Prospect Awards for its landmark agreement between Century Mine, the Queensland Government and the local Native Title groups whose traditional lands are affected by Century's operations.
Atlas Copco has developed an automated mining machine which automates the task of cable bolting to prevent rockfalls.
Bill McCurry has been selected as a finalist in the 5th Annual Australian Mining Prospect Awards. McCurry has developed a safety centreline socket system that has revolutionised coal mines in Australia.
Dr David Noon has been named a finalist in the 5th Annual Australian Mining Prospect Awards for his contribution to mine safety.
A spate of incidents on separate minesites where employees have been seriously injured has forced the New South Wales Department of Primary Industries to release a safety bulletin highlighting the importance of sound mine safety practices.
Rio Tinto Coal Australia's Hail Creek Mine is a finalist in the 5th Annual Australian Mining Prospect Awards for its continued drive to improve the quality of the mine.
BHP Billiton's plans to move to fly-in, fly-out (FIFO) operations for its mines in central Queensland are needed to meet operational requirements for contractors in the area, BHP manager media relations Peter Ogden told MINING DAILY.