Liontown eyes lithium brine assets as strategic hedge
Liontown Resources reveals plans to acquire lithium brine operations in the Americas as hedge against battery chemistry changes. CEO Tony Ottaviano outlines expansion strategy.
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Fireproof bags for lithium batteries at Bunnings
Protect your travels with fire-retardant bags for lithium batteries. Find the FirePro bag at Bunnings for $18.93. A must-have for responsible Australian travellers.
Chariot starts Nigerian lithium mining for 2026 cash
Perth's Chariot Corporation begins small-scale lithium mining in Nigeria, targeting early revenues by 2026 while pursuing larger exploration. Read about Australia's African lithium push.
ATO dispute threatens $17.6b tax credits for Tianqi-IGO
Chinese firm Tianqi Lithium faces significant ATO tax dispute that could jeopardise access to $17.6 billion in critical minerals production tax credits for its Kwinana refinery joint venture.
Black Smoke Billows from Geelong Refinery
Emergency crews respond to smoke incident at Viva Energy refinery in Corio. Authorities confirm no immediate threat to community as investigation continues.
Airlines ban power banks on flights for safety
Major Australian airlines are banning in-flight power bank use from December to reduce fire risks. Learn the new rules for carrying these essential travel items.
Schoolboy saves elderly woman from Thornton house fire
A 13-year-old Francis Greenway High School student rescued his 92-year-old neighbour from a devastating house fire in Thornton before heading to his Pizza Hut shift. Read this incredible story of bravery.
Australian airlines ban power banks on flights
Virgin Australia and Qantas ban power banks in cabin luggage from December after multiple fire incidents. New safety rules restrict usage and storage of portable chargers.
PLS Shares Hit $4 Milestone in Lithium Rebound
Pilbara Minerals shares surge past $4 for the first time in 18 months, driven by bullish Chinese lithium forecasts and rising EV demand. Discover the forces behind the rally.
Wandi Bushfire: Watch and Act Issued
A bushfire emergency is unfolding in Wandi, Perth. DFES has issued a Watch and Act, urging residents to leave immediately. Lives and homes are under threat.
Kwinana Power Station demolition rocks Perth
The former Kwinana coal-fired power station was demolished using controlled explosives, marking a major step in Perth's energy transition. Feel the shockwaves of change.
Lady Gaga's mental health crisis during film role
Lady Gaga opens up about surviving psychotic crisis while filming A Star Is Born and taking lithium medication that led to tour cancellation. Read her emotional journey.
Kwinana Waste to Energy Plant Opens After 7 Years
Australia's first major waste-to-energy plant opens in Kwinana, set to burn 460,000 tonnes of waste yearly and power 50,000 homes. Discover the challenges behind this $750m project.
Bushfire at Royal Perth Golf Club Disrupts Freeway
A bushfire is burning at Royal Perth Golf Club in South Perth, causing heavy traffic delays on the Kwinana Freeway. Motorists are urged to avoid the area. #Perth #Bushfire
Rio Tinto mothballs $4.5bn Serbian lithium project
Rio Tinto shelves controversial $4.5 billion Jadar lithium mine in Serbia following public protests and permitting delays. Read about the cost-cutting move.
Liontown to Auction Lithium in Bold Sales Shift
Liontown Resources launches digital auctions for spodumene concentrate, capitalising on rebounding lithium prices after renegotiating deals with Tesla and Ford. A strategic move for market transparency.
MinRes Sells $1.2B Lithium Stake to POSCO
Mineral Resources secures a $1.2 billion cash injection by selling a 30% stake in its WA lithium assets to South Korea's POSCO, strengthening its balance sheet.
Crash blocks Kwinana Freeway lanes in Como
A silver sedan crashed into Kwinana Freeway barricades in Como, blocking left lanes and scattering debris. Motorists face significant delays - avoid the area if possible.
ASIC sues AVZ Minerals over Congo lithium disclosures
Australia's corporate regulator takes legal action against West Perth's AVZ Minerals and two directors for alleged disclosure failures regarding Congo lithium project. Read the full details.
Kwinana Freeway chaos after vehicle rollover
A serious vehicle rollover has shut down lanes on Perth's Kwinana Freeway, causing massive traffic delays. Avoid the area if possible.
Power Bank Explodes at Melbourne Airport, Passenger Burned
A routine airport wait turned terrifying when a passenger's power bank spontaneously combusted at Melbourne Airport, causing serious burns and forcing mass evacuations. Authorities issue urgent travel warning.
E-Bike Safety Crisis: Australia's Deadly Electric Boom
As e-bike popularity surges across Australia, alarming safety concerns and tragic fatalities spark urgent calls for regulation and rider education. Discover the hidden dangers of lithium-ion batteries and what experts say needs to change.
Vanessa Guthrie Appointed IGO Managing Director
Respected mining leader Vanessa Guthrie appointed as IGO's new managing director, bringing decades of experience to guide the company through lithium market challenges and Australia's critical minerals strategy.
Lithium & Tantalum Prices Soar: Aussie Miners Profit
Australian lithium producers including Pilbara Minerals, MinRes, Liontown and IGO are capitalising on skyrocketing prices for lithium by-product tantalum, creating a lucrative secondary revenue stream.
South32 Cuts 100+ Jobs in Major WA Restructure
Mining giant South32 slashes more than 100 positions across its Perth headquarters and Worsley Alumina refinery in another blow to WA's resources sector.
Lithium Slump Hits Mark Creasy's Yandal Investments
Australia's lithium boom shows signs of fatigue as mining magnate Mark Creasy's Yandal Resources reports dramatic profit decline amid falling commodity prices and shifting market dynamics.
Kwinana Freeway gridlock: Peak hour chaos hits Perth
A major breakdown on Perth's Kwinana Freeway during Tuesday's peak hour created traffic chaos, with queues stretching back to South Street and commuters facing lengthy delays.
Kwinana Freeway Crash Causes Perth Traffic Chaos
A serious multi-vehicle collision on the Kwinana Freeway near the Narrows Bridge has brought Perth's southern corridor to a standstill during Tuesday morning's peak hour, with major delays expected to continue.
AGL fast-tracks Kwinana gas plant for WA energy security
AGL Energy seals landmark deal to fast-track Western Australia's first major gas-fired power station in over a decade, securing critical energy supply for Perth's southern suburbs amid the state's green transition.
Dump Truck Smashes Kwinana Freeway Overpass - Major Delays
A dump truck has collided with the Lakes Road overpass on the Kwinana Freeway, causing significant traffic chaos and lane closures during Tuesday morning's peak hour commute.
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