Hot Chili hits massive 529m copper-gold in Chile
Hot Chili discovers staggering 529-metre copper-gold intercept at La Verde, potentially transforming its Costa Fuego project economics and mine life in Chile's Atacama region.
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Cairns arborist killed in tragic workplace fall
The Cairns community mourns arborist Jacob 'Jake' Swain, 32, killed in a workplace fall. Family remembers his big heart as workplace safety investigation continues.
Teen riders critical after Adamstown Heights multi-vehicle crash
Two teenage boys are in hospital, one fighting for life, after a dirt bike collided with five vehicles in Adamstown Heights. Police are investigating and urge witnesses to contact Crime Stoppers.
Mining companies charged over fatal Ballarat rockfall
Two mining firms face charges after a father was killed and a young man critically injured in a Ballarat Gold Mine rockfall. Learn the details of this workplace safety failure.
Elderly woman charged over fatal Teesdale hit-and-run
An 84-year-old woman faces charges months after allegedly hitting six-year-old Caleb Wesley and fleeing the scene in Teesdale. The community remains devastated by the tragedy.
US Teen's Cruise Death Ruled Homicide, Step-Brother Suspect
The death of 18-year-old Anna Kepner on a Carnival cruise ship has been officially declared a homicide by mechanical asphyxiation. Her 16-year-old step-brother is a suspect as the FBI investigation continues.
BHP's failed 3-day bid for Anglo American copper assets
BHP's dramatic 3-day attempt to derail Anglo American's $60B Teck merger reveals copper's strategic importance. The failed bid raises questions about mining giant's growth strategy. Read the full analysis.
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.
Alcoa drops Perth Hills bauxite drilling plans
American mining giant Alcoa has scrapped plans to drill for bauxite in the Perth Hills following significant community and environmental pressure. Discover the details.
Wiluna Mining shareholders reject Creasy's buyout bid
Wiluna Mining's major shareholders have chosen FTI Consulting's ASX relisting plan over Mark Creasy's acquisition offer, seeking to revive the gold producer. Discover the details.
QLD family shattered by fatal Bruce Hwy truck crash
A Queensland family is grieving after a young mother, 21, and her two-year-old daughter died in a horrific truck crash on the Bruce Hwy near Rockhampton. The child's father is fighting for life in a Brisbane hospital.
Pilot critical after Queensland light plane crash
A pilot in his 60s is fighting for life after his light plane crashed and burst into flames near a private airstrip in Raglan, Central Queensland. Emergency crews are on the scene.
Man dies in trailer detachment crash on Newell Hwy
A 33-year-old man has died after a trailer detached from a Toyota HiLux and struck his car on the Newell Highway near Tomingley. Police are investigating and urge witnesses to come forward.
Pedestrian dies in Melbourne intersection collision
A man has died after being struck by a car at a Brooklyn intersection early Saturday morning. Police are investigating as Victoria's road toll reaches 256 deaths this year.
Two charged after wild Wagga Wagga chase
Two men face court after a violent chase between a driver and motorbike riders in southwest NSW left a woman critically injured. Police confirm parties knew each other.
Kalgoorlie housing crisis blocks $120k mining jobs
Northern Star struggles to fill $120k mining roles in Kalgoorlie as housing shortage creates worker crisis. Gold boom meets accommodation bust in WA's historic goldfields.
Horizon Minerals Cash Inflow as Gold Mining Wraps Up
Horizon Minerals nears completion of Phase 1 mining at Boorara and Phillips Find gold projects near Kalgoorlie, with significant cash distributions expected in early 2026 amid strong gold prices.
Alvo Minerals surges 178% on Brazilian copper find
Brazilian copper explorer Alvo Minerals rockets 178% after hitting massive sulphides just 40m below surface. Discover why this junior miner leads our ASX runners in a volatile market week.
Man dies in ute-truck crash at Parwan
A man has died following a serious collision between a ute and truck near Bacchus Marsh. Emergency services responded to the incident on Ingliston-Ballan Road.
Pedestrian critical after Queensland hit-and-run crash
A 29-year-old man is fighting for life after a hit-and-run in Logan. The driver initially fled but later contacted emergency services. Get the latest updates.
Auric Mining buys majority Kalgoorlie gold project
Auric Mining secures majority control of Lindsay's gold project near Kalgoorlie for just $400,000, positioning for rapid development in Western Australia's gold belt.
Woman, 80s, dies in Narre Warren carpark incident
An elderly woman has died after being hit by a car in a Melbourne medical centre carpark. Police are investigating the tragic incident that occurred on Thursday afternoon.
Viridis wins US$100m Canadian finance for rare earths
Viridis Mining and Minerals secures US$100 million debt financing from Export Development Canada for its Colossus rare earths project in Brazil, marking another win for Western critical minerals supply.
85m gold hit boosts Dateline's California project
Dateline Resources uncorks impressive 85m gold intercept at Colosseum project, strengthening feasibility study while chasing rare earths discovery near Mountain Pass.
Worker killed in BlueScope steelworks accident
Jack McGrath, 24, died after a steel beam fell at BlueScope's Port Kembla plant. Family remembers his final 'love ya' call to his mother. Investigation underway.
Worker killed by falling beam at BlueScope Steelworks
A young contractor in his mid-20s has died after being struck by a falling steel beam at BlueScope's Port Kembla Steelworks. Investigations are underway.
Perth Police Investigate String of Serious Crashes
WA Police are investigating multiple serious crashes across Perth, including a two-year-old struck by a ute in Bayswater. Emergency services responded to several incidents overnight.
Walcha demolition derby crash leaves 13 injured
A demolition derby at the Walcha Showground turned to tragedy after a car crashed into a grandstand, leaving a 54-year-old man critical and 12 others injured. The driver's brother says he 'blacked out'.
Hunter Valley's Forgotten Mining Horses Honoured
Discover the untold story of Hunter Valley's coal-mining pit horses and their lasting legacy through public art, from Scotland's Kelpies to local sculptures.
Three dead in Shellharbour light plane crash investigation
ATSB releases security footage showing tragic final moments of Shellharbour Airport plane crash that killed three. Investigation continues into cause.
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