The Institute of Quarrying Australia (IQA) Gold Hard Hat Award for Excellence in Site Safety Culture recognises an Australian quarrying operation that has an
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The many stories in a map – V2.0
About 18 years ago I wrote an article with a similar title – minus the “version 2.0” (Quarry 8[9]: September 2000). That article described
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Measuring profilometry, deviation in blast design
These factors make up a three-dimensionally variable free face, requiring specific actions when planning the blast for optimal results.
Since designing the blast consists of
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Navigating the four stages of crisis management
In July, the world was captivated by the rescue of the Wild Boars junior soccer team in Thailand. The 12 teenagers and their young
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Volunteers, contributors the lifeblood of the Institute
What makes me immensely proud about the IQA is the dedication and commitment of our members, specifically those who volunteer and contribute at the
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Children?s books highlight company?s rich history
Rose Ann Woolpert is a member of the board of directors of US-based Graniterock. The construction materials company is situated in California and is
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Green light to reopen regional site
The Riversdale Road Quarry is located in Kandanga, in south-east Queensland. On behalf of landowner Ashley Trompf, Martoo Consulting put forth a development application
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Registration opens for CMIC18
The Institute of Quarrying Australia (IQA) and Cement Concrete and Aggregates Australia (CCAA) are the two joint organisers of CMIC18. To be hosted at
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Community floats ?Texit? over quarry proposal
In December 2017, civil engineering and resources company Fulton Hogan announced its intention to develop a 170ha site in Templeton, located west of Christchurch,
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Federal Government commissions new resources statement
Established by the Federal Department of Industry, Innovation and Science, Andrew Cripps, the former Queensland Minister for Natural Resources, will lead the ‘Resources 2030
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