You may recall a recent article outlining what was promised to be on show at MINExpo 2021. As expected, OEMs and suppliers from around the world...
CS Health is partnering with Pharmacy Guild of Australia to deliver fast, efficient and safe vaccinations against COVID-19 for workers across our coal mining industry. Working...
While feeling dizzy is quite common and normally nothing to worry about, frequent dizziness may be an indication of a more serious health issue. Dizziness can...
Who are you and what do you do? Hi! I’m Luke Forward, and I’m Haulage supervisor at BHP Mt Arthur Coal. When did you start in...
Tell us about the business? Truflo Pumps’ core product focus is the design and building of bespoke dewatering pumps, water transfer and ancillary equipment for the...
A Picnic at Singleton Showground is the new look for Samaritans Christmas Lunch in Singleton. Thanks to Northern Agricultural Association, the plans are well underway for...
Local golfers in the Upper Hunter will take to the green to tee off for Cancer Council’s The Longest Day on Monday 13 December. The Longest...
Basketballers at Singleton PCYC are excited to see their hoops scores in bright lights on the new electronic scoreboard thanks to a $1,500 donation from Yancoal...
This month the Complete Parts and @ The Coalface $500 Community Gift goes to the Muswellbrook VIEW Club. VIEW, which stands for Voice, Interests and Education...
We need to bring some common sense to the Net Zero Emissions debate by allowing nuclear power to be part of it. Around the world more...
Join the team and help drive diversity and inclusion across the Hunter as part of the Women in Mining Network NSW Hunter Valley Subcommittee. Women in...
Stuart Barnett is our mining industry’s leading personal injury lawyer. This month he has some important advice about the cancellation of Certificates of Title. Last year...
Improved air quality, more water flowing in the Hunter River and continued growth of rehabilitated mined land, are all positive results highlighted by recent updates from...
Since BHP announced last year it was looking for a buyer for Mt Arthur coal mine, there’s been plenty of buzz about who will take over...
Since starting operations in 2010, Glencore’s Mangoola mine has earnt the reputation as one of our industry’s exemplary coal operations. Which is why approval for their...
A new awareness campaign has been launched by Coal Services to drive home the message that protection against dust exposure requires a sustained effort. The campaign...
The NSW Minerals Council will be a foundation partner and major sponsor of the Newcastle Knights women’s team in the NRLW in 2022. The NSW Mining...
Commencements in apprenticeships and traineeships for the mining industry have risen again, as well as an increase in mining jobs on offer. 1,933 Australians started an...
After a thrice postponed 2020 award ceremony, the Hunter Safety Awards are back to normal for their 2022 awards, with major sponsor AGL continuing their sponsorship...
Solid Engineering have recently completed an upgrade to the Newcastle Mines Rescue Station, installing a brand new Confined Spaces and Working at Heights Facility. The new...
We were deeply disappointed that for the second year running, COVID restrictions prevented us from holding our annual Memorial Day to honour lives lost in mining....
The Federal Government’s Boosting Apprenticeship Commencements (BAC) program has certainly proven popular among businesses looking to take on a new apprentice or trainee. The BAC incentive...
Expressway Spares is a major supplier to the Earthmoving Industry catering to the mining, general contracting and rural sectors with parts and components suitable for Caterpillar and...
Around 4.2% of workers experience a work-related injury annually, with trades workers, technicians, labourers and machinery operators making up over half of all ‘serious’ cases resulting...
Moorefield Plant Repairs began operations in 2003 by founder Tony Moore. Tony has lived in Singleton all his life, obtaining over 32 years in the local...
Creating the next generation of great mining leaders, Core Mine Training have teamed up with Pegasus to revamp how exam preparation is delivered to those looking...
Titan Technicians have recognised the skills shortages threatening the mining industry and are taking action. Titan are introducing their “Plant Pathways” Trade Upgrade program which will...
Mayfield Group is based in the heart of NSW’s Hunter Valley with its head office in Singleton and branch offices in Brisbane and Gunnedah. We own...
A.I.R Recruitment have a strong focus on permanent positions within mining and industrial along with specialties in construction, building products, aged care, energy, facility and property...
Established in 2005 by Andrew and Debbie Hughes of Greta in the Hunter Valley, A Plus has grown to be one of the most trusted and...
Tell us about the business? SKALA Australasia (skala.com.au) is an equipment and solutions provider for mining, recycling and industrial processes. We combine leading international equipment manufacturers...
Who are you and what do you do? My name is Hayden Lawrie. I work for GB Auto at HVO. I’m an Auto Electrician in a...
This month we celebrated R U OK? Day, a national day dedicated to start a conversation, inspire and empower everyone to meaningfully connect with the people around...
Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service supporters across Northern NSW are being encouraged to lace up their shoes this October in a virtual fundraiser that will take them...
Like many organisations, the Denman Rotary Club’s ability to raise funds has been greatly impacted by COVID-19. Fortunately, the team at Mangoola Open Cut was happy...
Mt Arthur Coal supported this year’s national Wear It Purple Day on August 27. The Mt Arthur Coal site-based Inclusion and Diversity team sold specially designed...
I’ve helped save the lives of over 50 people. No, I’m not a firefighter or a doctor. I just donate blood. Did you know that 1...
October is National Safe Work Month where every Australian worker is encouraged to do their part in building safer and healthier workplaces. Safe Work Month is...
In keeping with the latest trend of OEM/Miner collaborations to deliver zero-emission technology, Caterpillar have recently announced two new partnerships with BHP and Nouveau Monde Graphite...
Josh King has been making us proud since his debut for the Newcastle Knights in 2016, and although he’s moving on to the Melbourne Storm next...
Lockdown hasn’t stopped the Deck Café Lovedale from tantalising your taste buds, now delivering their chef prepared, ready packed ‘Degustation to your Door’, along with instructions...
The Upper Hunter Mining Dialogue has postponed its Community Forum to 2022 due to ongoing Covid-19 restrictions. The Community Forum is a valuable event in the...
The Electric Mine Consortium (EMC) has launched the ‘Electric Mine Simulation’ challenge to help accelerate progress towards the electrification of mines sites. Electrification of mine sites...
The Minerals Council of Australia has launched two new Minecraft games to increase the interest and understanding of school aged children in Australia’s modern minerals industry....
With the UN recently calling out for Australia to phase out coal by 2030, Minister for Resources and Water Keith Pitt has responded by saying Australian...
Across the Hunter, mining companies have put in place a ton of initiatives during the pandemic, such as mine site vaccination hubs, rapid antigen testing and...
Local Newcastle residents are invited to share their views to influence and inform Port Waratah Coal Services’ decision making and strategy through the Local Voices Community...
It’s certainly been another tough gig this month with the lockdowns in place for most of us. Although it does look like positive news might be...
Ultra Fleet have been supplying full mine spec 4X4 and commercial vehicles in the Northwest, Hunter and anywhere else people need to hire a work vehicle...
MINExpo is back for 2021 after a COVID-19 induced hiatus in 2020, and despite the ongoing effects of the pandemic in the US, nothing was going...