Australia coal news
Adani responds to prosecution after being cleared on drilling claims
The Department of Environment and Science has cleared Adani of unsubstantiated allegations made last year about its drilling programmes.
Whitehaven Coal’s Narrabri mine takes home first aid award
Whitehaven Coal’s Narrabri underground mine has placed first at the 2019 Hunter Valley Underground Mines Rescue competition.
Strong partnerships will help attract and retain women in the mining workforce
Strong partnerships are crucial to advance diversity and inclusion in the Australian mining and resources sector.
Queensland coal exports set new record
The 11% increase on the same month last year highlights the increasing demand from world markets for Queensland’s coal.
Repairs underway to bring AGL’s Loy Yang Unit 2 back to service
On 11 July, AGL enlisted GE Power Australia Pty Ltd (GE) to carry out repairs on Unit 2 at its Loy Yang A power plant in Victoria (Australia).
DNRME issues statement on tragic death of worker at Baralaba North coal mine
The Department of Natural Resources, Mines and Energy have released a statement following the tragic death of a worker at the Baralaba North coal mine in the Bowen Basin on 7 July.
EnergyAustralia to invest over AUS$80 million to improve operational efficiency at Mt Piper power plant
EnergyAustralia is to invest over AUS$80 million in operational upgrades at its Mt Piper coal-fired power plant near Lithgow, in order to expand the plant's capacity by 60 MW without burning any additional coal.
QRC comments on Baralaba mine fatality
“The industry is working on measures for a safety reset to refocus on safety in light of the recent tragedies,” says Queensland Resources Council.
Peabody proceeds with re-entry of Zones 1 of North Goonyella
Peabody has commenced re-entry of Zone 1 of the North Goonyella coal mine in consultation with the Queensland Mine Inspectorate.
Stanmore Coal acquires an excavator to improve opencast efficiency at Isaac Plains East mine
Stanmore Coal enters into binding agreements to acquire a 600 t excavator for the Isaac Plains East mine from Hasting Deering Ltd.