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$100 Million Plan to Boost Copper Output in North Queensland Major Upgrade at Eloise Mine AIC Mines is investing around $100 million into expanding the Eloise copper mine, located south-east of Mount Isa in North Queensland. The project aims to modernise the older underground operation and bring new life to the site. Jericho Deposit Set to Drive Growth A key part of the plan is the development of the nearby Jericho deposit. Once opened, Jericho is expected to send about 600,000 tonnes of ore each year into Eloise’s processing plant. Bigger Plant, Bigger Production To handle the extra ore, AIC Mines is expanding the processing plant to 1.1 million tonnes a year. Together, the Eloise and Jericho operations could produce around 20,000 tonnes of copper annually, creating a new copper hub in the Mount Isa region. A Potential Boost for Queensland’s Copper Belt With global demand for copper growing, the combined project could become a significant contributor to the state’s critical minerals industry. Whether this $100 million move sparks Queensland’s next copper boom remains to be seen, but it marks a major step for AIC Mines and the region’s mining future.
$100 Million Plan To Boost Copper Output In North Queensland Major Upgrade At Eloise Mine Aic Mines Is Investing Around $100 Million Into Expanding The Eloise Copper Mine, Located South-East Of Mount Isa In North Queensland. The Project Aims To Modernise The Older Underground Operation And Bring New Life To The Site. Jericho Deposit Set To Drive Growth A Key Part Of The Plan Is The Development Of The Nearby Jericho Deposit. Once Opened, Jericho Is Expected To Send About 600,000 Tonnes Of Ore Each Year Into Eloise’S Processing Plant. Bigger Plant, Bigger Production To Handle The Extra Ore, Aic Mines Is Expanding The Processing Plant To 1.1 Million Tonnes A Year. Together, The Eloise And Jericho Operations Could Produce Around 20,000 Tonnes Of Copper Annually, Creating A New Copper Hub In The Mount Isa Region. A Potential Boost For Queensland’S Copper Belt With Global Demand For Copper Growing, The Combined Project Could Become A Significant Contributor To The State’S Critical Minerals Industry. Whether This $100 Million Move Sparks Queensland’S Next Copper Boom Remains To Be Seen, But It Marks A Major Step For Aic Mines And The Region’S Mining Future.
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$179M Desert Gold Mine Rebuild at Norseman Pantoro is pushing ahead with one of Western Australia’s biggest gold revivals, investing $179 million to restart the historic Norseman Gold Project in the state’s remote desert. A Major Rebuild in the WA Outback The company has overhauled the entire operation, installing a new 1.2-million-tonne-per-year processing plant, reopening underground mines and bringing open pits back into production. These upgrades mark the most significant work at Norseman since the operation was placed on care and maintenance nearly a decade ago. Nearly One Million Ounces in Reserve Pantoro says the project now holds around 949,000 ounces in Ore Reserves, with strong growth potential. Less than one-third of the known mineralised areas have been drilled for conversion so far, leaving a large portion of the field still untapped. A Historic Goldfield Set for a Comeback Norseman has produced more than six million ounces since the 1930s, making it one of Australia’s most storied gold camps. With new infrastructure, modern equipment and ongoing drilling, Pantoro is aiming to return the site to significant, long-term production. Could This Be Norseman’s Next Big Chapter? With the rebuild now largely complete and new ore sources coming online, Pantoro is positioning Norseman for a major comeback in Western Australia’s Goldfields. The next phase of exploration and development will determine just how big the revival could become.
$179m Desert Gold Mine Rebuild At Norseman Pantoro Is Pushing Ahead With One Of Western Australia’S Biggest Gold Revivals, Investing $179 Million To Restart The Historic Norseman Gold Project In The State’S Remote Desert. A Major Rebuild In The Wa Outback The Company Has Overhauled The Entire Operation, Installing A New 1.2-Million-Tonne-Per-Year Processing Plant, Reopening Underground Mines And Bringing Open Pits Back Into Production. These Upgrades Mark The Most Significant Work At Norseman Since The Operation Was Placed On Care And Maintenance Nearly A Decade Ago. Nearly One Million Ounces In Reserve Pantoro Says The Project Now Holds Around 949,000 Ounces In Ore Reserves, With Strong Growth Potential. Less Than One-Third Of The Known Mineralised Areas Have Been Drilled For Conversion So Far, Leaving A Large Portion Of The Field Still Untapped. A Historic Goldfield Set For A Comeback Norseman Has Produced More Than Six Million Ounces Since The 1930s, Making It One Of Australia’S Most Storied Gold Camps. With New Infrastructure, Modern Equipment And Ongoing Drilling, Pantoro Is Aiming To Return The Site To Significant, Long-Term Production. Could This Be Norseman’S Next Big Chapter? With The Rebuild Now Largely Complete And New Ore Sources Coming Online, Pantoro Is Positioning Norseman For A Major Comeback In Western Australia’S Goldfields. The Next Phase Of Exploration And Development Will Determine Just How Big The Revival Could Become.
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Vault Minerals Approves $80M Expansion at King of the Hills Vault Minerals (ASX: VAU) has signed off on an $80 million expansion of its King of the Hills (KOTH) gold operation near Leonora, aiming to lift processing capacity and unlock more of the district’s long-life potential. New Crusher and Mill Upgrades: The project centres on a new primary crusher, new tanks in the CIP circuit, and upgrades across the wet plant. A fresh crushing circuit will be built 110 metres west of the existing one to avoid interrupting current production. These changes are designed to reduce bottlenecks and support a lift to 6 million tonnes per annum. Tapping a Massive Stockpile: Vault is currently mill-constrained, with a 7.3-million-tonne stockpile beside the plant holding more than 108,000 ounces of gold. The expansion allows faster processing of this ore and better use of the company’s multiple feed sources. Strong Reserve Base: King of the Hills and nearby operations host: 2.24Moz Ore Reserves 6.02Moz Mineral Resources This underpins a base case 10-year mine life and supports future growth across the Leonora region. Construction Timeline: Work is expected to begin in April 2025, with commissioning targeted for Q4 FY26. GR Engineering Services completed the design and cost study for the expansion. Positioning for Leonora’s Next Gold Wave: With higher capacity, major infrastructure already in place, and renewed underground exploration, Vault Minerals sees KOTH as a key driver for the next phase of growth in the Leonora gold district. Cover image: Data SIO, NOAA, U.S. Navy, NGA, GEBCO. Image Landsat / Copernicus. Processing plant image: © Vault Minerals.
Vault Minerals Approves $80m Expansion At King Of The Hills Vault Minerals (Asx: Vau) Has Signed Off On An $80 Million Expansion Of Its King Of The Hills (Koth) Gold Operation Near Leonora, Aiming To Lift Processing Capacity And Unlock More Of The District’S Long-Life Potential. New Crusher And Mill Upgrades: The Project Centres On A New Primary Crusher, New Tanks In The Cip Circuit, And Upgrades Across The Wet Plant. A Fresh Crushing Circuit Will Be Built 110 Metres West Of The Existing One To Avoid Interrupting Current Production. These Changes Are Designed To Reduce Bottlenecks And Support A Lift To 6 Million Tonnes Per Annum. Tapping A Massive Stockpile: Vault Is Currently Mill-Constrained, With A 7.3-Million-Tonne Stockpile Beside The Plant Holding More Than 108,000 Ounces Of Gold. The Expansion Allows Faster Processing Of This Ore And Better Use Of The Company’S Multiple Feed Sources. Strong Reserve Base: King Of The Hills And Nearby Operations Host: 2.24moz Ore Reserves 6.02moz Mineral Resources This Underpins A Base Case 10-Year Mine Life And Supports Future Growth Across The Leonora Region. Construction Timeline: Work Is Expected To Begin In April 2025, With Commissioning Targeted For Q4 Fy26. Gr Engineering Services Completed The Design And Cost Study For The Expansion. Positioning For Leonora’S Next Gold Wave: With Higher Capacity, Major Infrastructure Already In Place, And Renewed Underground Exploration, Vault Minerals Sees Koth As A Key Driver For The Next Phase Of Growth In The Leonora Gold District. Cover Image: Data Sio, Noaa, U.S. Navy, Nga, Gebco. Image Landsat / Copernicus. Processing Plant Image: © Vault Minerals.
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$VAU Vault Minerals Approves $80M Expansion at King of the Hills

Vault Minerals (ASX: VAU) has signed off on an $80 million expansion of its King of the Hills (KOTH) gold operation near Leonora, aiming to lift processing capacity and unlock more of the district’s long-life potential.

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Vault Minerals Approves $80M Expansion at King of the Hills Vault Minerals (ASX: VAU) has signed off on an $80 million expansion of its King of the Hills (KOTH) gold operation near Leonora, aiming to lift processing capacity and unlock more of the district’s long-life potential. New Crusher and Mill Upgrades: The project centres on a new primary crusher, new tanks in the CIP circuit, and upgrades across the wet plant. A fresh crushing circuit will be built 110 metres west of the existing one to avoid interrupting current production. These changes are designed to reduce bottlenecks and support a lift to 6 million tonnes per annum. Tapping a Massive Stockpile: Vault is currently mill-constrained, with a 7.3-million-tonne stockpile beside the plant holding more than 108,000 ounces of gold. The expansion allows faster processing of this ore and better use of the company’s multiple feed sources. Strong Reserve Base: King of the Hills and nearby operations host: 2.24Moz Ore Reserves 6.02Moz Mineral Resources This underpins a base case 10-year mine life and supports future growth across the Leonora region. Construction Timeline: Work is expected to begin in April 2025, with commissioning targeted for Q4 FY26. GR Engineering Services completed the design and cost study for the expansion. Positioning for Leonora’s Next Gold Wave: With higher capacity, major infrastructure already in place, and renewed underground exploration, Vault Minerals sees KOTH as a key driver for the next phase of growth in the Leonora gold district. Cover image: Data SIO, NOAA, U.S. Navy, NGA, GEBCO. Image Landsat / Copernicus. Processing plant image: © Vault Minerals.
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$PNR $179M Desert Gold Mine Rebuild at Norseman

Pantoro is pushing ahead with one of Western Australia’s biggest gold revivals, investing $179 million to restart the historic Norseman Gold Project in the state’s remote desert.

A Major Rebuild in the WA Outback

The company has overhauled the entire operation, installing a new 1.2-million-tonne-per-year processing ...
$179M Desert Gold Mine Rebuild at Norseman Pantoro is pushing ahead with one of Western Australia’s biggest gold revivals, investing $179 million to restart the historic Norseman Gold Project in the state’s remote desert. A Major Rebuild in the WA Outback The company has overhauled the entire operation, installing a new 1.2-million-tonne-per-year processing plant, reopening underground mines and bringing open pits back into production. These upgrades mark the most significant work at Norseman since the operation was placed on care and maintenance nearly a decade ago. Nearly One Million Ounces in Reserve Pantoro says the project now holds around 949,000 ounces in Ore Reserves, with strong growth potential. Less than one-third of the known mineralised areas have been drilled for conversion so far, leaving a large portion of the field still untapped. A Historic Goldfield Set for a Comeback Norseman has produced more than six million ounces since the 1930s, making it one of Australia’s most storied gold camps. With new infrastructure, modern equipment and ongoing drilling, Pantoro is aiming to return the site to significant, long-term production. Could This Be Norseman’s Next Big Chapter? With the rebuild now largely complete and new ore sources coming online, Pantoro is positioning Norseman for a major comeback in Western Australia’s Goldfields. The next phase of exploration and development will determine just how big the revival could become.
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$A1M $100 Million Plan to Boost Copper Output in North Queensland

Major Upgrade at Eloise Mine

AIC Mines is investing around $100 million into expanding the Eloise copper mine, located south-east of Mount Isa in North Queensland. The project aims to modernise the older underground operation and bring new life to the site.

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$100 Million Plan to Boost Copper Output in North Queensland Major Upgrade at Eloise Mine AIC Mines is investing around $100 million into expanding the Eloise copper mine, located south-east of Mount Isa in North Queensland. The project aims to modernise the older underground operation and bring new life to the site. Jericho Deposit Set to Drive Growth A key part of the plan is the development of the nearby Jericho deposit. Once opened, Jericho is expected to send about 600,000 tonnes of ore each year into Eloise’s processing plant. Bigger Plant, Bigger Production To handle the extra ore, AIC Mines is expanding the processing plant to 1.1 million tonnes a year. Together, the Eloise and Jericho operations could produce around 20,000 tonnes of copper annually, creating a new copper hub in the Mount Isa region. A Potential Boost for Queensland’s Copper Belt With global demand for copper growing, the combined project could become a significant contributor to the state’s critical minerals industry. Whether this $100 million move sparks Queensland’s next copper boom remains to be seen, but it marks a major step for AIC Mines and the region’s mining future.
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Happy to have you here mate!
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Just wait, the state government will give it away for nothing.
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If the government gave local manufacturers 1% of China’s subsidies, our capacity would be unmatched.
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@LykeShares Australia can be competitive — our raw costs are close to China’s, it’s their subsidies that distort the market.
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Arafura Rare Earths: Australia’s Bid to Break China’s Grip

Every day, tonnes of rare earths leave Australia — never to be seen again. They’re refined in China, built into electric vehicles, wind turbines, and even fighter jets. For decades, it’s been the same story: we dig it up, they refine it, ...
Arafura Rare Earths: Australia’s Bid to Break China’s Grip Every day, tonnes of rare earths leave Australia — never to be seen again. They’re refined in China, built into electric vehicles, wind turbines, and even fighter jets. For decades, it’s been the same story: we dig it up, they refine it, and the real value is captured offshore. But in the red heart of the Northern Territory, that balance is starting to shift. The Nolans Project: A New Chapter for Australian Processing Just north of Alice Springs, Arafura Rare Earths is building something unprecedented — the Nolans Project, a combined mine and refinery designed to process neodymium and praseodymium (NdPr) right here at home. These are the critical elements that power electric vehicle motors, defence systems, and clean energy technologies. Backed by over $1 billion in funding, including support from the Australian and Northern Territory governments, Arafura’s project aims to change how Australia participates in the global rare earths supply chain. Instead of exporting raw ore for someone else to refine, the Nolans Project will do the refining itself — keeping more value and jobs in Australia. Cutting Beijing’s Ties China currently dominates the global rare earth market, refining over 80% of the world’s supply. This control gives Beijing enormous influence over global technology and defence industries. Now, the U.S. is taking notice — and investing. Washington wants to diversify its supply chains away from China, and Arafura’s project fits perfectly into that plan. It’s part of a growing strategic alignment between Canberra and Washington, focused on resource security and economic resilience. More Than a Mine — A Strategic Move The Nolans Project isn’t just about mining — it’s about reshaping Australia’s economic sovereignty. Every tonne refined locally strengthens our position in global supply chains, attracts international partners, and builds regional jobs in Central Australia. If successful, Arafura could pave the way for a new generation of processing and manufacturing onshore — one where we don’t just export dirt, but high-value materials powering the world’s next wave of technology. Could this be the start of something new?
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Woodside’s LNG: The 43-Cent Question

Every hour, millions of dollars’ worth of liquefied natural gas leave Western Australia’s coast — shipped from Woodside’s North West Shelf project near Karratha to power homes and industries across Asia. It’s one of the world’s biggest LNG hubs, but according to unions, Australia sees only ...
Woodside’s LNG: The 43-Cent Question Every hour, millions of dollars’ worth of liquefied natural gas leave Western Australia’s coast — shipped from Woodside’s North West Shelf project near Karratha to power homes and industries across Asia. It’s one of the world’s biggest LNG hubs, but according to unions, Australia sees only 43 cents in tax for every $100 exported. The ACTU wants a flat 25 percent export levy, claiming it could raise $17 billion a year — enough to fund 50 000 affordable homes nationwide. Gas producers warn such a move would threaten investment and jobs, arguing Australia already benefits through existing taxes, royalties, and local spending. The debate cuts to the heart of Australia’s resource story: enormous energy wealth leaving our shores, and the question of how much of that value stays here. If we’re selling the gas, shouldn’t Australians share more in the return?
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China, BHP and the Iron Ore Standoff: Who Really Takes the Hit?

Imagine the world’s busiest iron ore port, with hundreds of ships lining up each year, waiting to haul Australia’s fortune away. That’s Port Hedland in Western Australia, the beating heart of the global iron ore trade.

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China, BHP and the Iron Ore Standoff: Who Really Takes the Hit? Imagine the world’s busiest iron ore port, with hundreds of ships lining up each year, waiting to haul Australia’s fortune away. That’s Port Hedland in Western Australia, the beating heart of the global iron ore trade. From BHP’s massive Pilbara mines, trains stretch almost 400 kilometres to reach the coast. Day and night, they tip their cargo into waiting carriers bound for steel mills around the world. The largest share? China — by far Australia’s biggest customer. But this week, the trade hit a bump. Reports out of Beijing suggest China’s state iron ore buyer has told steel mills to pause purchases from BHP. Analysts describe it as a negotiating tactic — a way for Beijing to apply pressure during tense price talks. The stakes are enormous. Billions of dollars flow through these trains and ships every year. Iron ore is not just another export; it underpins Australia’s economy and helps drive China’s construction boom. Could China really cut BHP off for long? Probably not. Alternatives like Rio Tinto, Fortescue, Brazil’s Vale, or even domestic Chinese ores exist — but none can fully replace BHP’s scale and efficiency. At the same time, BHP depends heavily on the Chinese market, meaning both sides have something to lose. That’s why most observers see this less as a “ban” and more as brinkmanship. Beijing wants cheaper long-term prices. BHP wants fair value for its ore. The result? Headlines that shake markets, and a share price wobble that reflects investor nerves. In the end, China can’t build its modern economy without Australian iron ore, and Australia can’t ignore its largest trading partner. The question is: in a high-stakes game of chicken over price, who blinks first — and who really takes the hit?
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“Buy the dip” only works if people actually have cash to put in. A big reason it’s worked lately is because unemployment’s been at record lows for a while.

But that’s been shifting, job openings have been falling for over a year, and unemployment has been creeping up too. If that ...
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Inflation looks set to tick up a bit more, jobs data isn’t looking great, and earnings/guidance could take a hit.

That said, things aren’t exactly normal, a whole younger generation has “buy the dip” baked into their mindset.
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Yeah, that fits the contrarian idea, when hardly anyone’s bracing for a drop, that’s usually when the danger’s biggest. Earnings season could be the trigger if companies start sounding more cautious.
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After such a strong rally, a pullback feels likely. I’m expecting October and November to be choppy, especially once earnings roll in and companies start giving more cautious outlooks.
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