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Mining expansion pushes Baudin cockatoo to extinction brink
New research reveals that planned mining expansions in Western Australia will destroy crucial feeding habitats, leaving the endangered Baudin black cockatoo with no path to survival without immediate government intervention.
China's BHP Iron Ore Ban: Global Market Shock
Exclusive analysis reveals how China's reported ban on BHP iron ore could cripple Australia's economy and reshape global trade dynamics. Discover the far-reaching implications.
FIFO worker Courtney Jane found dead in WA bushland
The heartbreaking discovery of 29-year-old FIFO worker Courtney Jane's body in remote Western Australia has left the mining community in mourning as police investigate the circumstances surrounding her tragic death.
Corporate middlemen mask Australian fossil fuel profits
A groundbreaking report exposes how complex corporate structures are masking the real beneficiaries of Australia's lucrative fossil fuel industry, raising concerns about accountability and transparency.
NSW fast-track laws may bypass environmental checks
Controversial new planning laws in New South Wales could allow mines and other major developments to proceed without comprehensive environmental assessments, raising alarm among conservation groups.
BHP's £49bn Anglo American Takeover Bid Shakes Mining World
Australian mining titan BHP launches stunning £49 billion takeover approach for Anglo American, creating potential global mining powerhouse and reshaping critical minerals landscape amid growing competition with China.
Aussie Mining Stock Skyrockets Nearly 500% in Shock Rally
In one of the most remarkable stock market performances of the year, little-known mining company Flynn Gold witnesses near-500% share price explosion, defying market expectations and creating millionaires overnight.
Entire Kentucky Town Hits the Market for $1.8 Million
The unique opportunity to purchase the entire town of Cornishville, Kentucky—including homes, a church, and vast land—has emerged on the property market for $1.8 million.
1984 Miners' Strike Artefacts Saved for the Nation
A priceless collection of artefacts from the 1984 miners' strike and UK coal mining history has been rescued from disposal, securing a permanent home at the National Coal Mining Museum in Wakefield.
Wrexham's 1934 Pit Disaster Records to Go on Public Display
Previously unseen archives detailing the 1934 Gresford Colliery disaster, one of Britain's worst mining tragedies, are set for public display near the original site in Wrexham, offering a poignant glimpse into the past.
NSW Wine Region Fears Lead Mine Threat to Children's Health
A controversial lead mine proposal in New South Wales' prime wine country has local residents terrified for their children's health and the future of their world-renowned vineyards.
BHP job cuts threaten Queensland mining town's future
The St Vincent de Paul Society braces for a surge in demand as BHP announces massive job losses at its Queensland coal mines, threatening to devastate the community of Dysart.
QLD Deputy Premier brands BHP 'un-Australian' over job cuts
Mining giant BHP faces fierce backlash from Queensland's government after attributing job losses to the state's coal royalty scheme, igniting a heated debate over resource taxes and corporate responsibility.
BHP Cuts 750 Queensland Coal Jobs in Major Restructuring
Mining giant BHP announces the slashing of 750 jobs at its central Queensland metallurgical coal mines, citing operational reviews and a shift towards automation, sparking concerns for the local economy.
The hidden meaning behind the UK's longest town name revealed
A viral social media post has finally decoded the meaning behind the 58-letter Welsh town name, Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch, leaving the internet stunned.
NSW Fights Lead Mine Near School as Child Protection Fails
Furious residents of rural NSW are fighting a proposed lead mine mere metres from a local primary school. The clash comes as a damning new report reveals Australia's systemic failure to protect children from environmental health hazards, with experts warn
Mining worker's £1.6bn pension fund exposes retirement inequality
Exclusive investigation reveals how a mining magnate's retirement fund amassed a staggering £1.6bn while ordinary workers face pension uncertainty. The shocking disparity in Australia's superannuation system.
Historic Native Title Deal for Mulga Downs Iron Ore Mine
In a landmark agreement, the Puutu Kunti Kurrama and Pinikura People grant native title consent for a major iron ore mine, securing millions in benefits and creating local jobs.
Queensland's Mine Rehabilitation Crisis: Who Pays the Bill?
Exclusive investigation reveals Queensland's ticking time bomb as mining giants leave taxpayers facing billions in rehabilitation costs for derelict sites, with prime agricultural land at stake.
Crystal hunter convicted for smashing protected cliffs
A crystal collector has been convicted for causing criminal damage after using a sledgehammer to smash rocks in a protected conservation area to sell the pieces in his shop. Read the full story of the destruction in the Yorkshire Dales.
UK's £57m 'Smart Town' Digital Transformation Unveiled
A historic UK market town is at the heart of a groundbreaking £57 million digital transformation project, aiming to become a national blueprint for future-proofing communities with cutting-edge technology, full-fibre broadband, and smart infrastructure.
Anglo American rejects BHP takeover, stays in London
In a major victory for post-Brexit Britain, mining giant Anglo American rejects a takeover from BHP to remain headquartered in London, bolstering the UK's financial prestige.
Anglo American's £1.5bn Teck Bid May Spark Bidding War
Anglo American's bold £1.5bn bid for Teck Resources' coal assets signals major restructuring but may invite rival offers in heated mining sector consolidation.
Anglo American Rejects £34bn BHP Takeover Bid
London-listed mining titan Anglo American has emphatically rejected a colossal £34 billion takeover proposal from Australian rival BHP, branding the bid 'highly unattractive' and opportunistic. The deal would have created a global mining behemoth.
Anglo American Plans Breakup to Fend Off BHP Takeover Bid
In a dramatic move to repel a £34bn hostile bid from BHP, mining giant Anglo American unveils a sweeping strategic overhaul, including the spin-off of its diamond unit De Beers and plans to divest its steelmaking coal and platinum businesses.
Bungendore Crowned Australia's Best Tourism Town 2023
The charming historic village of Bungendore, just a short drive from Canberra, has been officially named Australia's Best Tourism Town at the 2023 Australian Top Tourism Town Awards, beating out fierce competition for its unique blend of heritage, artisan
Massive methane leaks from abandoned coal mines exposed
Exclusive Guardian investigation uncovers severe underreporting of methane emissions from disused coal boreholes in Queensland and NSW, threatening climate goals.
Watchdog Buried Mine Lead Health Warning for Mt Isa
A major investigation reveals Queensland's environment watchdog suppressed a report on dangerous lead levels from a Glencore mine, raising serious health concerns for the local community.
Cape Town's Fury Over Planned Trump Tower
Plans for a new 'Trump Tower' in Cape Town have ignited fierce backlash from local officials and activists, who cite the former US President's controversial history and criminal charges.
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