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An underground gold mine in Canning Vale?

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An underground gold mine in Canning Vale?

In the heart of Canning Vale, a short 20-minute drive from the Perth CBD, is a training facility that is quietly reshaping the landscape of mining training in Western Australia. ASX listed Westgold Resources Limited (ASX: WGX - Westgold) training centre is redefining how new entrants to the mining world are prepared for the challenges of underground mining and processing plant environments.

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The path to gender diversity in gold mining

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The path to gender diversity in gold mining

Over recent years, gold mining companies across Australia have embarked on a remarkable journey towards fostering gender diversity and inclusivity within their ranks - a move that reflects both the industry's evolution and its profound commitment to change.

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World's largest electric underground mining truck debuts at AngloGold Ashanti Australia

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World's largest electric underground mining truck debuts at AngloGold Ashanti Australia

AngloGold Ashanti's Sunrise Dam gold mine in Western Australia is making history as it hosts the world's first trial of the Sandvik TH665B, the largest battery-electric underground mining truck.

The groundbreaking truck features an electric driveline with an impressive 630kW (858hp) power output, accompanied by a substantial 354kWh lithium-iron phosphate (LiFePO4 or LFP) battery.

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West Coast Fever Players Explore Gold Field's Granny Smith Mine Operations

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West Coast Fever Players Explore Gold Field's Granny Smith Mine Operations

Last week, West Coast Fever players embarked on a journey off the Netball Court as they paid a visit to Gold Field's Granny Smith mine site, located near Laverton. The purpose of their visit was to gain valuable insights into the intricacies of gold mining operations and to learn about Gold Fields' efforts towards enhancing the sustainability of the mining sector.

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Diggers and Dealers Gold Wrap 2023

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Diggers and Dealers Gold Wrap 2023

The heart of Australia's gold industry, Kalgoorlie, once again played home to the remarkable three-day spectacle of Diggers & Dealers 2023, held from August 7 to 9.

With many gold mining companies taking centre stage, the event proved to be a resounding success, reaffirming its status as a cornerstone gathering for the global mining industry.

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Diggers and Dealers Gold Wrap 2022

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Diggers and Dealers Gold Wrap 2022

Diggers & Dealers was back bigger than ever in 2022, with more than 2,600 attendees excited to return from around the globe to be at Australia’s pinnacle mining industry conference.

Even the wild weather didn’t impact the mood, with Forum Chairman Jim Walker crediting the record attendance at the iconic three-day Kalgoorlie event to an active and engaged mining industry.

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Gold class facilitators celebrated at awards

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Gold class facilitators celebrated at awards

The Gold Industry Group celebrated the vital contribution of its Gold Class Facilitators in inspiring the future industry leaders of Australia’s gold industry through the delivery of Gold Class Sessions at its annual Gold Class Awards.

The Gold Class Awards were presented at the GIG’s Industry Sundowner on 15 June.

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