Boral Quarries has successfully executed a trial blast in the Sunshine Coast hinterland utilising an emulsion explosive which is formulated for high fragmentation in rock. Karen Normanton, of Orica, discusses the basis of the trial and its outcomes.
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Innovation, automation and teamwork delivers enhanced performance at Mount Morgans
A nine-strong fleet of Epiroc drill rigs is creating increased productivity and both financial and environmental savings for a Tier 1 contractor at a Western Australian gold mine. Damian Christie reports.
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Correct equipment key to running a successful recycling business
The use of recycled concrete and reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP) has grown exponentially on a global scale, offering practical business opportunities for small- to medium-sized crushing contractors.
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Flinders Island quarry proposed
Davrol Rural Management has proposed to operate three quarry pits at Flinders Island, Tasmania using an existing mining lease.
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Construction industry continues strong streak
The Australian Performance of Construction Index (Australian PCI) has recorded its strongest result since July 2017 in its fourth consecutive month of recovery.
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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.
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WA quarrying businesses kickstart Ocean Reef Marina upgrade
Works on the Ocean Reef Marina in Western Australia have commenced, employing local quarrying companies WA Limestone and Italia Stone Group.
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Mineral from Mars found in Antarctic ice
Researchers in Antarctica have stumbled upon traces of jarosite, a mineral commonly found on Mars, which might confirm theories suggesting there is water on the red planet.
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MPS now exclusive distributor of Terex EvoQuip in Australia
Mineral Processing Solutions (MPS) has expanded its distribution of EvoQuip mobile crushing and screening equipment to the east coast of Australia.
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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.
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