Author: Melodie Murphy

Image: Michael Evans/ stock.adobe.com The New Zealand Government has introduced changes to national planning rules aimed at streamlining resource consents for quarries, mines, and coastal infrastructure projects. The amendments, revealed by Resource Management Act (RMA) reform minister Chris Bishop alongside resources minister Shane Jones and conservation minister Tama Potaka, update five key national direction instruments …

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Image: South Australian Government The South Australian Government is backing a Hallett Group Pty Ltd (Hallett Group) project to turn Port Augusta into a national hub for the green cement industry. Hallett Group chief executive officer Kane Salisbury said that the company is grateful to both State and Federal Governments for the support of its …

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IQA president Michael Close. Image: IQA Michael Close interviews Dodge Industrial’s Australian and New Zealand division manager Halden Engela. Dodge Industrial is an IQA FY2025-26 silver national sponsors bringing over 145 years of expertise in mechanical power transmission to support Australia’s quarrying sector. MC: Halden, what drew you to partner with the Institute of Quarrying …

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IQA chief executive officer Jane Schmitt. Image: IQA As we step into 2026, I am excited to share initiatives launching this quarter that will reshape how Australia sees our sector and strengthen our community connections. That’s Solid: Our national awareness campaign Our first national public awareness campaign, ‘That’s Solid’, launches in February. The campaign’s tagline …

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Steve Franklin is an IQA ambassador in 2025. Image: Eltirus The Institute of Quarrying Australia (IQA) is bringing back its ambassadors’ program for 2026 with a team of sector veterans and emerging leaders. The Institute of Quarrying Australia (IQA) has announced that its ambassadors’ program is back for another year, following a successful launch in …

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The Astec A-Series Jaw Crushers represent the next generation of crushing technology. Image: Astec Australia Astec has revealed the launch of the A50 jaw crusher, the first model in it’s A-series line. Astec vice president of product management Stephen Whyte said that the A50 is the beginning of a new era for the company, customers …

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Charlie Eaton has joined Multotec Australia. Image: Multotec Australia Charlie Eaton recently joined Multotec Australia as its business development manager for quarrying and aggregates in Queensland. She discusses her career so far and why working at Multotec has been a great fit. What made you want to join Multotec and take on the new role? …

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Komatsu Blue Rock. Image: Komatsu Australia With more than a century of rock reserves ahead of it, Fulton Hogan’s Blue Rock Quarry, based in South East Queensland, is focused on long-term investment in technology, safety, and efficiency. Over the past year, the site has transitioned to a full Komatsu rental load and haul fleet, recently …

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Image: Prime Creative Media Early Bird Tickets are now officially on sale for PNG Industrial and Mining Resources Exhibition and Conference (PNG Expo), Papua New Guinea’s premier mining and resources exhibition.   Set to take place in Port Moresby from July 1-2, 2026, the event brings together businesses, government representatives, and industry leaders from across Papua New Guinea and the …

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Image: Prime Creative Media Bulk Expo is delighted to announce Belt Wise as an official Gold Sponsor, marking a strong partnership with one of Australia’s most respected conveyor belt optimisation specialists.  Renowned for its expertise in safeguarding conveyor systems across mining, ports, quarrying, and heavy industrial operations, Belt Wise delivers practical, proven solutions that enhance safety, minimise downtime, and protect …

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