BHP targets bigger copper haul from Olympic Dam
BHP Billiton has plans to increase production at Olympic Dam much more quickly and cheaply than expected.
Port Hedland iron ore exports reach record
Australia's iron ore export machine is running at full throttle even as China slows with exports from Port Hedland rising to a record in March.
Atlas Iron faces insolvency if debt deal falls
An independent expert's report has warned beleaguered iron ore producer Atlas Iron is likely to become insolvent if a company-saving debt-for-equity deal is not approved this month.
Record iron ore exports make up for slow start
Supply of iron ore from Australia is surging once more in a sign that stronger than expected iron ore prices may be a temporary phenomenon.
'Clive Palmer laws' would hurt investment and jobs
Farmers could be held liable for any environmental damage that occurs from a mining project on their property, a parliamentary inquiry has heard.
Downer shares tumble as Fortescue cuts mining contract
Downer EDI is under more pressure to win new rail contracts after losing a key mining services contracts with Fortescue Metals Group.
Rio CEO gets 'once in a career opportunity'
An acquisition of Cerro Verde could be career-defining for incoming Rio chief Jean-Sebastien Jacques.
Gold funds appeal as defensive asset
There's a reason for the phrase 'gold standard'. Investors trust the precious metal, and global demand for gold exchange-traded funds has in...
Pilbara Minerals raising equity through Blue Ocean
Lithium play Pilbara Minerals is raising up to $90 million, sources told Street Talk.
Anglo American to sell unwanted assets
Bad investments, like unwanted tattoos, can be difficult to dispose of.
