Safety gains power BHP’s profitable FY26 start
BHP has reported a “safe, reliable” first half of financial year 2026 (FY26), with improved injury metrics underpinning stronger operational and financial results across its portfolio.
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Mine injury draws attention to installation risks
After a poly pipe struck a worker at an underground mine in Queensland, operators are being advised to account for stored energy risks to curb injuries.
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Vehicle incidents trigger fresh mine safety alerts
Two vehicle incidents at separate surface mine sites in New South Wales have put the spotlight back on traffic management and hazard control.
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Lost detonator underground triggers alert
A missing electronic detonator at an underground mine has prompted a reminder from the NSW Resources Regulator about obligations around the usage of explosives.
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Regular checks urged after underground vehicle fire
Following a recent “high-hazard event” involving a vehicle fire in a coal mine, the NSW Resources Regulator is emphasising the need for regular inspections of universal joints on underground vehicles.
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Incident highlights exclusion zone risks on mine sites
A coal mine worker was injured in a serious surface incident involving a forklift tipping bin at a Central Queensland site, prompting recommendations for mine operators to review exclusion zones, equipment management and working-alone arrangements.
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Newmont reaffirms safety focus following Tanami incident
Operations at Newmont’s Tanami mine site in the Northern Territory continue to be suspended, as investigations into the fatal incident on February 4 remain underway.
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Mines score top marks on surprise safety assessment
Open-cut coal mines in the Hunter region are meeting dust suppression requirements, a series of unannounced inspections by the NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has found.
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Mine injury triggers high-pressure equipment alert
A grease injection incident at an open-cut coal mine in Central Queensland has prompted a reminder to the industry to review the safety and compliance of high-pressure lubrication equipment.
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Regulator zeroes in on mobile plant controls after near miss
Following a near-collision on a surface coal mine haul road, the NSW Resources Regulator is highlighting the importance of speed management and situational awareness when interacting with mobile equipment.
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MinRes reports improved safety results
Mineral Resources lifted its safety performance in the second quarter of FY26, recording a zero lost time injury frequency rate as activity increased across its lithium operations.
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BHP’s safety-led automation move strips risk
BHP has removed a long-standing safety risk in copper refining at its Olympic Dam Production Refinery by using automation to eliminate operator exposure to a high-hazard task.
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Mining regulator tightens compliance net
The NSW Resources Regulator is sharpening its compliance focus on mining operations in the first half of 2026, emphasising its push to keep the industry “safe, sustainable, and forward-thinking”.
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Safety body flags vehicle crush risks following mine incident
Resources Safety and Health Queensland (RSHQ) has issued a safety alert to the state’s mining industry following a serious crush incident at a Central Queensland mine.
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Strong safety performance underpins Fortescue’s record results
Fortescue has started the second half of the 2026 financial year (FY26) with a continued focus on safe operations, as solid safety outcomes supported a record first-half and shipping result across its iron ore business.
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Intense heatwave to hit WA mining hubs
An extreme heatwave warning has been issued for two major mining hubs in Western Australia, with scorching temperatures forecast to persist until Friday.
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Investigations into incident at Perseus’ gold operation continue
Perseus Mining has launched an investigation and is working with authorities following a fatal offsite vehicle accident near its Bagoé Gold Mine in West Africa’s Côte d’Ivoire.
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BHP produces safer outcomes with automated operations
BHP has reached a major safety and operational milestone at its Escondida mine in northern Chile, with the Escondida Norte pit now fully autonomous and among the first of its scale in global copper mining.
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Operators urged to stay on top of equipment hazards following incident
Mine operators are being advised to manage hazards on their sites appropriately, after a contract maintenance worker was seriously injured by a hydraulic hammer detaching from an excavator and falling onto him.
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Anglo dials in to safety upgrades
Reaffirming its commitment to broader workforce and community safety, Anglo American has moved to close a long-standing mobile connectivity gap in Central Queensland, upgrading network coverage along a critical transport corridor used daily by mine workers and emergency services.
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