Hovermap goes where humans can’t
When a dangerous rockfall rendered vast sections of an underground quarry unsafe, Emesent’s Hovermap stepped in to do what no human safely could.
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How Australia’s tougher limits on airborne hazards impact mining
Australia’s approach to airborne hazards in mining has evolved significantly, with new standards and technologies driving safer workplaces and healthier outcomes.
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Regulator releases update on Endeavor mine explosion
The NSW Resources Regulator has released new details on its investigation into last month’s fatal blast at the Endeavor mine near Cobar, expanding its focus to the systems, equipment and conditions surrounding the use of ballistic disc explosives underground.
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NSW safety body flags rise in reported mine incidents
The NSW Resources Regulator has reported a lift in incident notifications across the state’s mining sector, signalling renewed pressure on operators to tighten controls around high-risk activities.
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Mine site reporting lapse spurs stronger safety oversight
After a miner was put on notice for failing to report a fire-related incident at its Victorian site, the state’s mine safety watchdog is reminding companies that all dangerous events must be relayed to the regulator.
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Queensland signals major reset of mine safety body
Queensland’s resources safety system is set for significant reform after an independent review found the state’s current framework is failing to provide the assurance workers expect.
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Mines urged to step up fire readiness ahead of summer spike
With summer only weeks away, a range of resources and support is being made available to help coal mine operators reduce the chances of fire at their sites.
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Sparks fly as excavator contacts high-voltage line at coal mine
After an excavator at an open-cut coal mine struck an overhead powerline and caused an electrical discharge over the cab, authorities are intensifying safety efforts to ensure mobile plant is effectively routed and supervised around high-voltage infrastructure.
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Pilbara incident reinforces mining contractors’ safety obligations
Regulators have urged mining and construction contractors to tighten load-restraint practices and follow operating procedures without exception following a fatal transport incident in July 2022 in Western Australia.
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Regulator puts mines under the microscope
Resources Victoria has launched a new round of spring inspections aimed at ensuring mine and quarry operators are meeting their legal obligations to manage operational risk.
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BHP teams dominate emergency response competition
BHP has taken top honours at this year’s South Australian Mines Emergency Response Competition (SAMERC), with teams from both its Carrapateena and Prominent Hill operations leading the field after two days of high-pressure scenarios in the Adelaide Hills.
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Worker trapped between vehicles in near-miss at coal mine
A coal mine worker narrowly avoided serious injury after being trapped between a reversing tilt tray truck and a pick and carry crane during a recent incident at a Queensland site.
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The key to foolproof refuge units
Strata Worldwide’s refuge chambers can be a vital lifeline when crisis hits on a mine site, providing essential protection and shelter.
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Nivek’s bid to transform safety
Nivek is at the forefront of providing solutions that ease the physical demands of laborious and dangerous maintenance work.
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Employee consultation begins at Rio Tinto-led aluminium smelter over future operations
Rio Tinto–backed Tomago Aluminium has begun consulting employees and unions on the future of its smelter operations as it continues to seek a commercially viable long-term energy solution.
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Serious mine incident sparks safety warning
The NSW Resources Regulator has issued a safety alert after a worker suffered partial amputation of three fingers during maintenance at a mine site, warning against line-of-fire exposure and the use of improvised electrical systems.
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Perseus hits safety milestone amid strong quarter
Perseus Mining has achieved a full year without a lost time injury, underscoring a consistent focus on safety as its operations across West Africa maintained solid performance.
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Safety focus anchors Fortescue’s quarterly results
Fortescue has opened the 2026 financial year with steady safety results and a clear focus on maintaining safe operations across its sites.
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Nome’s RockMonitor system revolutionises mine safety
Nome’s RockMonitor XR system feeds continuous, real-time strata displacement data to centralised smart centres, enabling safer decision-making from a secure, remote location.
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Preparing mining operations for tomorrow’s standards
CleanSpace is redefining respiratory safety with smart, data-driven solutions that protect workers and streamline compliance.
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