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Gold Fields' St Ives set for landmark renewables project

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Gold Fields' St Ives set for landmark renewables project

Gold Fields has taken a major step towards a greener future with the approval of a landmark $296 million renewable energy project at its St Ives gold mine in Western Australia.

This project, the largest of its kind in Gold Fields' portfolio, represents a significant commitment to sustainability and positions Gold Fields as a leader in the responsible production of gold.

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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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Lifesaving skills on show at emergency response competition

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Lifesaving skills on show at emergency response competition

More than 30 emergency responders from Northern Star Resources, Gold Fields, Ramelius Resources and Westgold Resources put their lifesaving skills on show in eight realistic scenarios at the 11th annual Mining and Emergency Response Competition (MERC).

Northern Star Resources and the Gold Industry Group (GIG) were proud sponsors again of the free event at Langley Park Perth, from 26 to 28 November 2021, attracting hundreds of local spectators to witness the action and participate in the fun free activities on offer. The event theme, diversity and inclusion, was celebrated by the first ever all-female team from Gold Fields.

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A golden record for Telethon

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A golden record for Telethon

It was a golden result for this year’s Telethon with the annual charity event surging to a $62 million record fundraiser – and once again the gold industry helped provide some sparkle.

Gold Fields again donated a 99.9% pure one-kilogram gold bar for auction at the Telethon Ball held on 16 October, and the precious donation prompted vigorous bidding. Valued at approximately $80,000 the bar was eventually auctioned off for $135,000.

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Project-based education drives industry pathways

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Project-based education drives industry pathways

The CoRE Learning Foundation has developed a unique integrated education model that is industry-backed and content relevant, bridging the gaps between education, government, community, and industry.

Engaging more than 120 students from years 5 to 10 and 3 educators in its first year through science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM ) project-based learning.

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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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Gold Industry Group welcomes diverse Board for bright future

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Gold Industry Group welcomes diverse Board for bright future

The Gold Industry Group welcomed three new Directors at its Annual General Meeting on Wednesday resulting in an even gender split, including Westgold Group Executive Chairman Peter Cook, Saracen Mineral Holdings General Manager People, Culture and Communications Marianne Dravnieks, and Newmont Group Executive Legal, Sustainability and External Relations Australia Andrew Kennedy.

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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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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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