A course being run by the IQA on behalf of the NSW Resources Regulator is educating quarry professionals to recognise the underlying causes of past safety incidents in their own operations.
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Holcim contract contributes to nation-building Inland Rail
Humes Tamworth has been awarded a $67 million contract for New South Wales’ Inland Rail Project, growing its workforce and pipeline while contributing to the community in a big way.
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Black Clay Pit: From sinkhole to community asset
Sydney's Penrith Lakes construction area has been transformed into a centre for recreation, commerce, education and conservation in the past two decades.
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Clean Air, Clear Lungs: A campaign for healthier job sites
Safe Work Australia has launched the Clean Air. Clear Lungs. campaign to raise awareness around occupational lung disease in dusty workplaces.
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Managing regulatory and environmental challenges to extend quarry’s viability
A concrete and quarrying producer has successfully sought the assistance of a consultancy and engineering specialist on a variety of complex consent applications.
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Daracon seeks approval for project five years in the making
Daracon has revised its expansion of Martins Creek quarry and the State Significant Planning Department is accepting public submissions.
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Boral considers all-comers in rezone proposal
Boral Cement has applied to rezone some of its operations in Maldon, New South Wales, opening up opportunities for employment and added vegetation conservation.
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AU-UK free trade deal offers good signs for quarry businesses
An historic free trade agreement (FTA) between Australia and the United Kingdom will strengthen the UK’s investment in Australian resources, while providing easier access for businesses to trade equipment and services.
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HeidelbergCement sticks to sustainability on a global scale
HeidelbergCement has emphasised its commitment to tackling climate change, as its Sustainability Report 2020 outlined a tightening of emissions targets and a belief in technology.
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NSW Regulator opens portal to certification
The NSW Resources Regulator has introduced a section to its online portal for mining workers to apply for examinations, certificates of competence and practicing certificates.
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