Author: Melodie Murphy

Image: stock.adobe.com/adrianad The Queensland Government has declared the Sugarbag Hill Ultra High Purity Quartz Sand Project a prescribed development, enabling a streamlined approvals pathway for the proposed quarry and processing operations in North Queensland. The $515 million project includes a quarry at Sugarbag Hill, about 17km from Forsayth, alongside pre-processing at Mount Garnett and further …

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Image: WAMGROUP In the harsh operating conditions of quarrying and mining, dust is not merely an inconvenience but a critical issue affecting workforce health, productivity, and environmental compliance. Effective dust control therefore requires more than a single piece of equipment: it demands an integrated system capable of capturing, filtering and conditioning particulate at every stage …

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Kotobuki Engineering & Manufacturing president Shoji Okuhara (left) and Kayasand chair Chris Sattler (right) sign the licensing agreement. Image: Kayasand Kayasand has secured the rights to manufacture advanced sand processing technology for Australia and New Zealand. When Japan banned all dredging other than what is needed to keep shipping routes clear, the lack of sand …

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Zubayr Colley. Image: IQA Zubayr Colley has developed into a team leader at Benedict Industries as part of an exciting journey in the quarrying sector. Before finding his place in the quarry sector, Zubayr Colley tried his hand at a bit of everything -construction, retail, and truck driving. Nothing quite felt right until, about seven …

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Expo brings together various relevant industries, all under the same roof. Image: Prime Creative Media With an expanded floorplan, conference program, and strong early interest, PNG Expo 2026 is already shaping up to be a must-attend event. With quarrying and construction materials playing a growing role in Papua New Guinea’s infrastructure expansion, the PNG Industrial …

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Technicians benefit from improved access and visibility with the power pack enclosed in a clean, purpose-built container. Image: Total Rockbreaking Solutions Total Rockbreaking Solutions is helping quarry and mining operators protect uptime through practical, site-driven engineering improvements. In hard rock quarrying and mining environments, reliability is essential. When material flow stops, the cost is immediate, …

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BULK2026 brings the bulk handling industry together. Image: Prime Creative Media Early Bird tickets are now available for a key bulk handling technical conference and expo in Melbourne. On 16-17 September at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, the bulk handling sector will come together for the industry’s only dedicated exhibition and conference, the Bulk …

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The Metso HP600e is an evolution of the HP500 cone crusher. Image: Metso The Metso range of HPe crushers provides quarry operators with the reliability of the crushers they know while benefitting from modern crushing advancements. The Nordberg HP series was Metso’s flagship line for many years. Sitting at the heart of the quarry’s production, …

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Strong partnerships and experienced operators underpin Glendun’s reputation for reliability and performance. Image: Lincom Group Lincom Group and Glendun Group have joined forces, proving the best relationships often take time to blossom. Strong partnerships rarely happen by chance. They are built over time, through shared values, proven performance and a mutual understanding of what it …

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An IMS – BP1200-9TB twin hopper blender. Image: CSSH Crusher Screen Sales & Hire has a suite of solutions to support quarry operations and mobile construction materials contractors. As quarries encounter growing pressure to satisfy stricter standards, increase production, and enhance traceability, Crusher Screen Sales & Hire (CSSH) is providing the Australian market with a new …

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