$1 Aussie coal mines turn to jackpots
Buying bargain-bin coal mines during the worst commodity slump in a generation has turned into a savvy bet as prices of the fuel surge.
China's rusty cars fuel this year's hottest metal rally
China's drivers will increasingly demand rust-proof cars. That's good news for Australian producers of zinc, the anti-corrosion fighter that's already this year's top performer among base metals.
Clive Palmer loses legal bid against QN liquidators
Clive Palmer has lost a bid to take legal action against the liquidators of Queensland Nickel.
Super funds accused of propping up fossil fuel 'expansion' bonuses
Super funds are being accused of propping up bonuses that are being awarded to the heads of Australia's major resources chiefs for finding new fossil fuel reserves.
Handwriting expert to testify on Palmer's signature
A handwriting expert will be called on to testify Clive Palmer's signature on a guarantee with a Singapore-based exploration firm is genuine because the businessman claims he can't remember signing it.
Gold drops on US confidence
Gold lost the most in more than a month after a surge in US consumer confidence.
Nickel convulsed by Philippines threats
Nickel surged after the Philippines said 20 nickel mines face suspension after an industry audit.
BHP's Samarco misses bond payment
​Samarco Mineração missed an interest payment on a $US500 million bond that was due on Monday.
Australian miner caught up in Philippine crackdown
OceanaGold has been caught up in a crackdown launched by the Philippine government, with several miners ordered to suspend operations.
Rio Tinto aims to cut debt with bond buyback
Rio Tinto is to buy back up to $US3 billion ($3.9 billion) of its debt, taking advantage of surging cashflows
Hancock mine ruling leaves green group 'highly disappointed'
A Queensland conservation group has lost an appeal to the state's highest court over a Galilee Basin coalmine project.
Former Chinese limo service, Kiwi billionaire's new bets on iron ore
The global iron ore market is awash with supply and prices remain volatile, but a former Chinese limousine rental service and a billionaire Kiwi family are among those wagering that new mines will be needed.
Iron ore giants to bolster glut
Brazil and Australia are set to boost a global glut and force marginal miners to cut output.
Former minister Ian Macfarlane to head Queensland Resources Council
Former Abbott and Howard government minister Ian Macfarlane has been confirmed as the new chief executive of the Queensland Resources Council, in a move foreshadowed by former prime minister Tony Abbott in May.
Ian Macfarlane to lead Queensland Resources Council
Former Howard and Abbott government minister Ian Macfarlane has been appointed chief executive of Queensland's peak resources industry group.
Gold stocks at the mercy of $A
Australian gold stocks were looking expensive earlier in the year, but analysts say good solid companies still have room for price growth.
BHP accused of underpaying Americans
Workers "magically" converted from employees to independent contractors claims lawsuit.
Coking coal to retain gains
Goldman Sachs lifts 2017 and 2018 forecasts for coking coal, which already has surged this year.
Fed's delay renews gold bulls
The Fed's inaction has again revived gold bulls, and industrial metals are getting a ride as well.
Gold rallies on steady Fed policy
Gold prices rose to 1-1/2-week highs, extending gains after the US Fed held rates unchanged.
Former Rio workers arrested for fraud
Five former workers at a Rio smelter in Quebec were arrested following a fraud investigation.
Samarco to weigh on Mackenzie's hip pocket for some time yet
BHP's chief executive Andrew Mackenzie personally suggested he receive no bonus.
Andrew Mackenzie pays the price for a poor year
There was once a time when being the chief executive of Australia's largest mining company was the pinnacle of prestige.
Gold seen at $US1900 by year end
Robert McEwen, one of the gold's industry's most unabashed bulls, is predicting prices could surge.
Iron ore price undermined by supplies
The world's top iron ore suppliers will add almost 50 million tons of supply ahead of June 2017.
Outback standoff over Kalgoorlie super pit
Deep in the heart of Australia's dusty outback, the world's biggest gold mining companies are locked in a standoff.
Kalgoorlie interest 'strong', says Barrick
Barrick Gold expects a competitive auction for its Kalgoorlie super pit mine in Australia.
Rio Tinto CEO turns optimistic on China
Rio Tinto is becoming more optimistic on the outlook for commodities demand in China, its CEO says.
Palmer loses stall bid
Former MP has lost another legal bid to stall any future examination over the collapse of Queensland Nickel.
Gold rises as dollar eases ahead of Fed meet, China buying
Precious metals are getting a bounce ahead of the Federal Reserve meeting this week.