New South Wales coal news
Aurizon forecasts fall in Australian coal exports in next financial year
The troubled rail firm believes controversial changes to its maintenance regime in Queensland will reduce the state’s coal haulage capacity by 20 million tpy in 2019.
Minister for Resources and Northern Australia celebrates NSW mining royalties contribution
The contribution from mining royalties to the NSW Budget “highlights the importance of mining and its vital contribution to state and national economies,” says Minister for Resources and Northern Australia.
Air quality monitoring stations begin operating in Gunnedah and Narrabri
Data from the first two months of monitoring indicates air quality is good.
Australian coal exports valued at AUS$56.5 billion in 2017
Australia's coal exports in 2017 were worth 35% than in 2016, and was the country's second largest export in 2017 after iron ore.
New Hope seeks review into court decision on New Acland Stage 3 project
New Acland Coal requests Judicial Review of the Queensland Land Court’s recommendation in respect of the New Acland mine Stage 3 mining lease applications.
South32 expects lower coal production from Illawarra
Following a recent suspension of Area 7 and 9 longwalls, South32 has reported production for FY17 at Illawarra Metallurgical Coal is likely to decrease.
Demand for New South Wales coal is on the rise
New export data shows that global demand for Australia’s New South Wales coal continues at near-record levels, with exports increasing by 1.5 million t in 2016.
AEMO Report highlights need for increased generation capacity
The latest AEMO report on events relating to high demand for power across New South Wales during the recent extreme heat conditions highlights the need for increased generation capacity.
NSW Mining welcomes Minister Harwin
NSW Mining welcomes New Minister for Resources and Minister for Energy & Utilities.
Whitehaven Coal revises production guidance for Narrabri longwall operations
Whitehaven Coal revises its production guidance for its Narrabri longwall operation, but remains on track to achieve its group 2017 saleable production guidance.