Adbri has achieved strong results in the first half of 2021, but anticipates the second half results will be impacted by reduced production, increased industry competition and COVID-19 restrictions.
Regional QLD seeks tech savvy quarry ranger applicants
Queensland’s Department of Agriculture and Fisheries has begun accepting applicants for the quarry-specific roles of Forest Ranger and Forest Ranger in Charge, working in the Atherton and Emerald regions.
Meeting global silica demand, thanks to Indigenous miners
The Cape Flattery Silica Mines (CFSM) project in Queensland’s far north has been recognised for its Indigenous employment and production results.
Seven characteristics of effective leadership
In the first part of a new educational series, Mike Cameron discusses the qualities and traits of “Emerging Leaders” in organisations and what makes them qualified to not only manage other people but have complete confidence and assurance in themselves.
Passing on safety lessons – in the pit and on the water
Editor Damian Christie discusses the unlikely safety parallels in sailing and the quarrying industry. As on the high seas, operators across the sector should take extra care in keeping their sites safe and should pass on the lessons they learn to their peers across the industry.
Seven Group pledges to aid Boral recovery amid positive first half results
Seven Group Holdings has posted a positive result on its first half of FY21, thanks in part to Caterpiller dealer WesTrac’s upcoming customer commissions and its increased investment in Boral.
Victorian Government encourages STEM training for women
The Victorian Government is seeking to engage more women to work in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) jobs through a series of programs, initiatives and events.
Onus and presumption in adverse action matters: It’s on the employer
Under the general protections provisions in the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) (FW Act), it is unlawful for a person to take adverse action against another person for a proscribed reason.
The Johari Window model: A feedback model of self-awareness
The Johari Window model is a psychological test that sets out to improve self-awareness and relations within a group – and between groups. Mike Cameron explains how it works – and how quarries could potentially implement it in their operations.
METS companies join forces to push grants
Australian companies LarkinSykes Advisory, Stellar Consulting Services and AR Consulting are collaborating to assist the mining equipment, technology and services (METS) sectors apply for business incentives.