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Sustainable gold projects nominated for DMIRS Awards

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Sustainable gold projects nominated for DMIRS Awards

Gold Fields Australia’s Agnew Hybrid Renewable Project with EDL has been nominated for this year’s Golden Gecko Award while AngloGold Ashanti Australia and Barminco’s Dandjoo Darbalung Program with St Catherine's College, IGO and Sandfire Resources is in the running for the Community Partnership Resources Sector Award.

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Future Institute joins Gold Industry Group

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Future Institute joins Gold Industry Group

We recently welcomed our newest member, Future Institute of Australia, who inspires businesses to transform and grow by developing their people for the future.

Future Institute of Australia supports organisations to develop their leaders from middle management to the frontline by improving their leadership skills and knowledge to set them up for success.

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Natural gold treasures on show

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Natural gold treasures on show

Located in the heart of Australia’s gold capital, Natural Gold Nuggets and Jewellery beckons locals and visitors alike with a glittering array of the region’s finest gold treasures.

Step inside the showroom and be amazed by the City’s largest retail collection of natural gold nuggets, unique souvenirs, and an exceptional assortment of local and international crystals, fossils, and mineral specimens.

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Bellevue joins Gold Industry Group

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Bellevue joins Gold Industry Group

The Gold Industry Group recently welcomed its newest member, Bellevue Gold Limited, who have set a shining example in the sector for companies championing diversity and inclusion.

Leading the way in gender equality, Bellevue proudly have a 0% gender pay gap on like for like roles, supporting all their employees equally.

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WIMWA Summit ignites discussions of the modern workplace

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WIMWA Summit ignites discussions of the modern workplace

The 2020 Women in Mining WA (WIMWA) Summit held in September was backed by Gold Industry Group members IGO, Gold Fields, Northern Star Resources and Regis Resources and featured insightful speakers from around the world addressing current challenges experienced by both women and men in the workplace.

This year’s Summit tackled various key topics of workplace culture around diversity, leadership, mental health and adaptivity.

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Norton Gold Fields reach new heights for charity

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Norton Gold Fields reach new heights for charity

A team of Norton Gold Fields employees embarked on a thrilling adventure last month, abseiling 40 storeys down Western Australia’s highest single pitch building to raise awareness and much-needed funds for Lifeline WA.

Norton Gold Fields’ raised just over $5,800 in funds for Lifeline WA from Norton Gold Fields, Rivet Mining Services, BKay Pty Ltd, and family and friends.

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Golden gift for Telethon

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Golden gift for Telethon

Gold Fields, a Western Australian gold mining company, donated a golden gift to support the State’s world-famous Telethon to ensure a better life for children now and in the future.

The 99.9% pure 1kg gold bar, valued at approximately AUD $85,000, was the company’s second gold bullion donation to the Channel 7 Telethon Trust.

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Diggers & Dealers Gold Wrap 2020

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Diggers & Dealers Gold Wrap 2020

Gold shone bright at this year’s Diggers & Dealers Mining Forum as 1,900 delegates converged in Kalgoorlie, marking its first time without visitors from overseas and interstate.

Relive the golden highlights from the 29th year of the Diggers & Dealers Mining Forum.

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A golden industry: transforming a nation

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A golden industry: transforming a nation

Since the gold rushes of the 1850s Australia’s gold industry has been making a vital contribution to the country’s economic prosperity, generating wealth and underpinning global production. Moreover it is the lifeblood of many regional communities, creating jobs and educational opportunities, while providing vital infrastructure and boosting tourism.

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Northern Star and Saracen to merge into world's top 10

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Northern Star and Saracen to merge into world's top 10

Northern Star Resources Limited and Saracen Mineral Holdings Limited are set to join forces, agreeing to a merger-of-equals worth $16 billion that will see the creation of a top-10 global producer.

Their combined world-class portfolio and three large-scale gold mines in Kalgoorlie and Yandal in Western Australia, as well as in North America, will target production of 2Mozpa.

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A golden legacy: making the Melbourne Cup

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A golden legacy: making the Melbourne Cup

As we celebrate the 160th anniversary of the first Melbourne Cup this year, Australian gold workers from Kirkland Lake Gold and ABC Bullion stand proud, having produced the People’s Cup from Australian gold.

The iconic golden trophy carries with it much more than just the title of winner – it’s an integral part of our country’s fabric, representing Australian tradition, mateship, resilience and our collective spirit.

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Panel to explore decarbonisation at Diggers

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Panel to explore decarbonisation at Diggers

The Gold Industry Group and Deloitte will hold their annual breakfast event at Diggers & Dealers on 13 October, where industry leaders will share their insights on the developments in decarbonisation led by Australia’s mining sector.

This year’s speakers include Northern Star Resources Non-Executive Director Mary Hackett, IGO Head of Corporate Affairs and Company Secretary Joanne McDonald, Deloitte Director Sustainability and Climate Change Services Michael Wood, and Pilbara Minerals Limited Chief Operations Officer Dale Henderson.

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Northern Star normalising mental health

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Northern Star normalising mental health

In supporting a culture of strong mental health, Northern Star Resources has become the recipient of the 2020 AMMA Mental Health and Wellbeing Award, with a suite of programs and initiatives offered by the gold miner.

Hear from Northern Star Resources Executive Manager of Capability and Culture Peta Slocombe on how the Company is rising to the challenge of contemporising mental health, with a focus on acting proactively and prioritising sustainable long-term outcomes.

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Building stronger workforces: The Apprenticeship Community

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Building stronger workforces: The Apprenticeship Community

We’re excited to introduce our newest member, The Apprenticeship Community, who are helping to ensure participation and success in apprenticeships and traineeships across Western Australia.

The Apprenticeship Community are the only community-based, registered charity which is a provider of free Australian Apprenticeship Support Network Services in WA for both companies and individuals.

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Indigenous role models sought for industry

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Indigenous role models sought for industry

A powerhouse panel of five leading industry businesswomen shared their insights on Indigenous Relations to a sold-out crowd at the Western Australian Mining Club’s luncheon last month, emphasizing the need for visible role models and a dedicated business council.

It was the Club’s first in-person event to be held since February 2020 due to the State’s COVID-19 restrictions, and was also live-streamed to interstate and international viewers unable to travel into WA.

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