Author: Melodie Murphy

Image: 1jaimages/stock.adobe.com The Northern Territory Government has announced a change which could unlock access to unlock construction materials in the Greater Darwin region.   The NT Government has announced that the Reserved Land (RL) status over part of Koolpinyah Station has been changed under the Mineral Titles Act 2010. In effect, this means that extractive …

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CRH CEO Jim Mintern. Image: CRH CRH has confirmed its intention to acquire Eco Material Technologies for a total consideration of $2.1 billion.   An agreement between the two companies has been signed, which is subject to regulatory approval and customary closing conditions, but is expected to close in 2025.   “This strategic acquisition further …

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The alternative fuel station at the site. Image: Boral Boral has celebrated a major milestone for its alternative fuel station at its Berrima Cement Works in New South Wales. While the financial year normally ends with everyone crunching numbers and filing taxes, Boral celebrated its usage of alternative fuel in its cement manufacturing at the …

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Holcim Australia has a national presence in quarry and aggregates. Image: Holcim Holcim Australia national sustainability manager Evan Smith has been recognised among the winners of the Green Building Council of Australia’s Green Star Champions award.   The awards returned for its fifth year as a key industry recognition for engineers, designers, planners, architects, professionals, …

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Victoria’s Earth Resources Regulator is conducting site visits. Image: Gorodenkoff/stock.adobe.com Victoria’s Earth Resources Regulator is set to continue its wave of inspections across the state in quarry sites, with further site audits set for East Gippsland and the Bass Coast.   Victoria’s Earth Resources Regulator has been conducting site audits throughout the year as part …

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Burden & Co is presenting an opportunity to acquire one or both of two complementary sand production operations. Image: Mt Compass Sand Burden & Co presents a rare chance to acquire two fully operational and strategically positioned South Australian businesses with growth potential in key industries like construction and energy.  Burden & Co is presenting …

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Morgan Bennett Machinery & Quarry Sales has listed two well-established quarry operations in Central Queensland. Image: Morgan Bennett Machinery & Quarry Sales Morgan Bennett Machinery & Quarry Sales presents two fully approved quarry operations to hit the market including one for sale and one for lease.  Morgan Bennett Machinery & Quarry Sales has listed two …

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Sandvik has released the latest PowerCarbide® grades, SH70 (Self-Hardening). Image: Sandvik Sandvik has released its latest PowerCarbide® grades, SH70 (Self-Hardening), which presents a major innovation. One of Sandvik’s latest PowerCarbide® grades, SH70 (Self-Hardening), represents the most significant advancement in rock drilling carbide technology in decades. This advanced grade sets a new benchmark for performance, longevity, …

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Image: John/stock.adobe.com The October edition of Quarry will feature articles on conveying and lubricant specialists. Don’t miss the opportunity to be in the latest edition of Quarry. Many aspects contribute to a successful quarrying operation, and plenty of unsung heroes support that success. Quarry will examine these aspects, including conveying and lubricants, in the upcoming …

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Image: lazyllama /stock.adobe.com Simon Crooks has been unveiled as the new chief executive officer of the Games Independent Infrastructure and Coordination Authority (GIICA).   The new chief executive officer will be tasked with leading the delivery of infrastructure related to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.    “I am truly honoured to be given …

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