MMG operation marks a turning point for mental health
MMG Dugald River, one of the world’s top 10 zinc operations, has taken a decisive step to formalise its commitment to mental health and suicide prevention at site level.
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New psychological health rules take effect
Mine sites and other workplaces in Victoria now face explicit legal duties to prevent psychological harm, following the commencement of new Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 2025 on December 1.
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Safety Mate: Leading through innovation and purpose
As October marks Mental Health Awareness Month, Safety Mate has reaffirmed its partnership with Black Dog Institute – calling it one of the most “significant and transparent collaborations in the safety industry”.
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Safety Mate champions mental health in mining this October
October marks mental health month in Australia, a time dedicated to raising awareness, reducing stigma, and promoting proactive approaches to mental wellbeing across communities and workplaces.
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Mining drives record WA employment growth
Employment in Western Australia’s mining industry has reached a record high, setting the standard for a “quality job” market according to the state’s Premier.
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How Safety Mate supports mental health
Mental health and wellbeing are at the heart of Safety Mate’s Black Dog range of personal protective equipment.
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Industree Group and R U OK? partner to create a more connected world
Industree Group doesn’t just manufacture safety products – it delivers complete safety solutions for every miner.
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Safety Mate partners with Black Dog Institute for mental health
As part of an ongoing commitment to improving mental health, Safety Mate is a proud partner of Black Dog Institute, a critical medical research institute that investigates mental health across the lifespan – from childhood to adulthood.
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Creating mentally healthy workplaces in mining
Employee mental health is an increasingly important issue across all industries, but in sectors like mining, where the work is physically demanding and often isolating, the toll on mental health can be significant.
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Mining mental health research gets a boost
A raft of new PhD scholarships are being funded with the aim of boosting research into better mental health outcomes for Australian miners.
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MinRes achieves coveted holistic wellbeing certification
Mineral Resources’ (MinRes) Osborne Park head office has become just the second building in Western Australia to achieve WELL V2 Platinum Certification.
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Safe to Work March–April: Employee wellbeing innovations
If Australia is to continue setting the pace in global mining innovation, its workforce must not only stay safe – it must thrive.
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Liontown uses data to keep FIFO workers mentally safe
Liontown Resources has partnered with Edith Cowan University on critical research into the wellbeing of fly-in, fly-out (FIFO) workers.
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‘Progress is being made’ on culture: Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto has published the findings of an ongoing independent progress review on its work to deliver sustained workplace cultural change across its global operations.
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Protecting lungs and minds: Skytec 3030V respirator with a purpose
Not only do Safety Mate’s Skytec 3030V P2 respirators protect workers from harmful fumes and particles, but a commitment to mental health awareness is intrinsic to the company’s values.
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Managing mental health in the age of automation
Increasing automation is giving rise to more workers operating alongside collaborative robots, but a new study suggests the psychosocial effects must be considered if workers are to enjoy the full spectrum of benefits technology has to offer.
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Ensuring worker safety while supporting mental health
Safety Mate’s Skytec 3030V respirator is protecting workers when they need it most.
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National Safe Work Month kicks off
This National Safe Work Month, Safe Work Australia is encouraging all Australians to make safety their business.
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Mining MATES fly the flag for suicide prevention
MATES flags will fly over work sites across the country from September 9–13 to celebrate the role of more than 300,000 Australian workers in preventing suicide.
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Purple trays hit the pit at Carmichael
Bravus Mining and Resources has unveiled the newest, and biggest, peer supporters for the industry-leading mental health program run at its Carmichael mine in central Queensland.
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