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Latest spending data highlights contribution of mining to NSW
Latest spending data highlights contribution of mining to NSW The NSW Minerals Council’s latest annual member Expenditure Survey has found that in the last financial year the 28 participating NSW mining companies supported a record number of mining jobs and maintained high levels of mining spending during the Covid-19 pandemic, boosting the NSW economy at […]
Economy28 March 2022
Pharmacist and regional community advocate Anna Barwick awarded both NSW Minerals Council Regional Woman of the Year Award and NSW Premier’s Woman of the Year Award
Pharmacist and regional community star Anna Barwick was announced as the winner of the NSW Minerals Council Regional Woman of the Year Award at the NSW Women of the Year Awards held in Sydney on Wednesday. The NSW Women of the Year Awards are an important moment to recognise the exceptional women driving some incredible […]
Uncategorized10 March 2022
The important role of men in increasing Gender Diversity at NSW mines | NSW Women in Mining Awards
NSW Women in Mining Awards is a celebration of both men and women who have made a significant effort to increase gender diversity and participation in the NSW mining industry. And men are playing an important role in increasing diversity and attracting and retaining women in the mining industry, including gender diversity advocate Tim Witney, […]
Industry23 February 2022
The important role of men in increasing Gender Diversity at NSW mines | NSW Women in Mining Awards\n
Uncategorized23 February 2022
NSW coal exports and jobs remain strong during challenges of 2021
NSW coal exports and jobs remain strong during challenges of 2021 Latest data confirms the NSW coal sector emerged strongly from 2021 despite the challenges of COVID-19 and changes in export markets, with another positive year for export volumes and jobs. Global demand for NSW coal remained strong in 2021 with coal exports at near-record […]
Economy21 February 2022
NSW Women in Mining Awards: “The beginning of a journey that opens you to so many opportunities and great experiences.”
NSW Minerals Council will be celebrating the achievements of women and gender diversity champions again later this year, and we’ve been speaking to some past winners and finalists to hear about their experiences. Back in 2020, the “Exceptional Woman” Award was given to The Bloomfield Group‘s Chief Corporate Services Officer and inclusion & mental health […]
Industry10 February 2022
Mining sector career focus in 3rd year of NSW Minerals Council and Regional Development Australia (RDA) partnership
Regional Development Australia (RDA) Hunter is pleased to partner with NSW Minerals Council (NSWMC) and selected Hunter Region High Schools, for a third year of the PRIME (Pathways to Resource Industry and Mining Employment) Program. RDA Hunter has a strong reputation for implementing skilling and workforce development initiatives to increase awareness of career opportunities in […]
Industry9 February 2022
NSW Government Ministry – Resources – Statement from NSW Minerals Council CEO Stephen Galilee
NSW Government Ministry – Resources – Statement from NSW Minerals Council CEO Stephen Galilee The NSW Minerals Council welcomes Deputy Premier Paul Toole’s decision to retain ministerial responsibility for resources in the new Ministry. This reflects the key role of resources in regional NSW. It also continues the approach taken by former Deputy Premier John […]
Industry21 December 2021
NSW Budget Update: Record Mining Royalties driving Economic Recovery
Statement from NSW Minerals Council CEO Stephen Galilee Mining royalties in NSW have risen to an all-time high, according to today’s NSW Half-Yearly Budget Update, highlighting the critical role of the NSW mining sector in the NSW economy. Royalties are now forecast to deliver a record $2.8 billion for the State in 2021/22, well up […]
Economy16 December 2021
Declaration of Dendrobium Mine as State Significant Infrastructure
December 4, 2021 Statement from NSW Minerals Council CEO Stephen Galilee The NSW Government’s decision to declare the Dendrobium Extension Project as State Significant Infrastructure is a bold and positive step that will help protect thousands of jobs, and help secure the long term economic future of the Illawarra region. This important project will deliver […]
Economy4 December 2021
NSW Government Critical Minerals and High-Tech Metals Strategy
November 29, 2021 Statement from NSW Minerals Council CEO Stephen Galilee The NSW Government’s Critical Minerals and High-Tech Metals Strategy released by the Deputy Premier today provides the NSW mining industry with a positive roadmap for future development. While it will be important to examine more policy details as they become available, the release of […]
Industry29 November 2021