The Labor Party has vowed to spend more than $37 million overhauling the state’s mining data and information system and halving project approval times.
Perth-based 92 Energy is planning to become the first pure-play uranium company to list on the ASX in more than a decade, having launched a $5 million initial public offering.
Australian Potash has secured $140 million in federal government funding to cover more than two thirds of the development costs associated with its Lake Wells project in WA.
Lynas Rare Earths has benefited from a favourable commodity market, having grown its net profit from $3 million to $40.6 million in the year to December 2020.
Mining services business Orica has replaced its managing director after revealing a larger than expected impact from COVID-19 on its global operations.
Goldminer Regis Resources has reported a 9 per cent drop in first-half net profit despite recording higher revenue, while halving its interim dividend.
Uncertainty over land claims and protected areas have contributed to Western Australia losing its title as the world’s most attractive jurisdiction for mining investment, a recent survey showed.
Fortescue Metals Group has apologised to an Aboriginal community after clearing a Western Australian site considered sacred, without representatives present.
Bill Beament has thrown his support behind Perth-based copper play Venturex Resources, in a move that involves the Northern Star chairman stepping down from the board in July.
Perenti’s underlying profitability took a $16 million hit in the six months to December, as COVID-19 and the strong Australian dollar weighed on the mining services business.
Hastings Technology Metals is seeking another $44 million to advance its Yangibana Project, just days after receiving $57 million for the same purpose.
