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Job cuts abound, but still in labour shortage

Friday 19 December 2008

Queensland mines have cut more than 400 jobs in less than 48 hours but the worst is yet to come, industry analysts have said.


Mineral Sands contract win

Wednesday 10 December 2008

Ausenco has executed a contract for the Engineering Procurement and Construction Management (EPCM) services for the development of Bemax Resources' Snapper Mineral Sands mine in south western NSW.


Product Focus: Instrumentation and Process Control

Tuesday 09 December 2008

Australian Mining is currently looking for editorial contributions to its Instrumentation and Process Control product focus in the February 2009 issue.


Mine Manager of the Year Finalist: Tina Markovic

Thursday 27 November 2008

Tina Markovic was the first ever female mine manager of a major mining operation. Although no longer with the mine, Markovic was, until recently, the mine manager of BHP Billiton Mitsubishi Alliance's Poitrel Mine.


Shot blast certification

Monday 24 November 2008

Aquacrete is offering independent engineering certification for its shot-blasted ventilation control devices.


A learning curve for university

Friday 21 November 2008

The University of Queensland has joined forces with the Queensland Resources Council in an attempt to drum up the number of quality graduates available to the minerals and energy sector, the University's Sustainable Minerals Institute director Chris Moran told MINING DAILY.


Outstanding Contribution to Mining Finalist: David Noon

Thursday 20 November 2008

Dr David Noon has been named a finalist in the 5th Annual Australian Mining Prospect Awards for his contribution to mine safety.


Coal Mine of the Year Finalist: Hail Creek Mine

Tuesday 11 November 2008

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.


QME registration now open

Friday 27 June 2008

Online registration for the 2008 Queensland Mining and Engineering Exhibition (QME) is now open


QME entices international guests

Wednesday 14 May 2008

The Queensland Mining and Engineering Exhibition (QME) will provide local and international suppliers with the opportunity to interact with the Queensland Mining community at the Mackay Showgrounds on the 22 to 24 July 2008.


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