Australia coal news
Jobs boost at Bowen Basin
BHP Mitshubi Alliance has announced it is to engage 200 workers at its Peak Downs and Saraji mines.
NSW Mining welcomes Minister Harwin
NSW Mining welcomes New Minister for Resources and Minister for Energy & Utilities.
Yancoal releases coal reserves statement
Yancoal has released its coal reserves statement for the FY2016.
Strong production performance at four Queensland coalmines in 4Q16
According to the report by BHP Billiton, strong performance at four Queensland Coal mines more than offset the cessation of production at Crinum.
Mount Thorley Warkworth thermal coal resources increases
Rio Tinto Coal Australia’s thermal coal resources at Mount Thorley Warkworth in New South Wales, Australia, have increased compared to the previously reported estimate.
Rio Tinto announces sale of Coal & Allied
The company has reached an agreement for the sale of its Australian subsidiary to Yancoal Australia.
Approval granted for new Acland Stage 3 continuation project
The Queensland Resources Council has welcomed the federal government’s approval for New Acland Stage 3 Continuation Project.
Port of Newcastle export figures show strong demand for NSW coal
The Port reached a new monthly coal export record of 15.9 million t in December 2016.
New coal generation technology could reduce emissions
Research from the Department of Industry, Innovation and Science has revealed that new coal generation technologies will significantly reduce Australia’s carbon emissions
NSW Resources Minister calls for new technology coal-fired power plants
The NSW Minerals Council has applauded Resources Minister Matt Canavan for his support for technology coal-fired power stations as an option for meeting Australia's future energy needs.