Viewing entries tagged
Gold Mining
We’re used to seeing gold locked in vaults or sparkling in jewellery, but one of the most valuable roles it may soon play is completely invisible.
Around the world, scientists and security specialists are exploring how gold nanoparticles can help fight the war against counterfeiting — with potential applications in everything from product packaging and pharmaceuticals to high-security documents. It’s a 21st-century solution from one of Earth’s oldest and most trusted materials.
Ever wondered where the gold in your engagement ring, necklace or investment bar really came from? Not just the country — but the actual mine?
Imagine the journey of gold in an engagement ring – from a remote mine, to a high-security refinery, to a jeweler’s shop, and finally onto someone’s finger. Each step adds value and meaning, but how can we be sure of the gold’s story before it becomes that cherished ring?
Ever wondered how gold makes its way from a remote corner of Australia into an engagement ring or a bullion bar? That journey starts with geologists. If you’re drawn to science and exploration, and don’t mind being out in the elements, working in gold mining geology might be the career you didn’t know you were looking for.
Gold has long been viewed as a safe-haven asset, but in recent months, it’s been in the spotlight for a different reason: reaching record highs.
Gold touched an all-time high of USD $3,266 per ounce (AUD $5,143) this month, the culmination of five years of record growth. It's important for Australian investors, producers, and policymakers to understand what's driving the trend and the implications more than ever before.
Australia’s gold industry has long been a cornerstone of the nation’s resource sector, contributing billions to the economy and supporting thousands of jobs across mining, refining, and export. With gold prices reaching historic highs and demand showing no signs of slowing down, the future of the industry looks bright.
The Gold Industry Group is entering 2025 with a dynamic new leadership team, set to drive ambitious growth, strengthen industry connections, and make an even greater impact in communities across Australia.
Wayne Bramwell, Managing Director and CEO of Westgold Resources, has been appointed as Chair, while Rebecca Ciotti, Executive Manager of Corporate Services at Northern Star Resources, steps into the role of Vice Chair.
The Gold Industry Group (GIG) is proud to welcome Norton Gold Fields as its newest member, bringing one of Kalgoorlie’s most prominent mining companies into a network committed to championing and strengthening Australia’s gold industry.
With a rich history in gold mining and a commitment to sustainable development, Norton’s membership further reinforces GIG’s mission to promote the enduring value of gold.
The Gold Industry Group is excited to welcome Rox Resources as its newest member, further strengthening the collective voice of Australia’s gold industry.
With its dedication to sustainable mining and a rich history in Western Australia’s gold sector, Rox Resources represents an exciting addition to the Hold Industry Group.
The Gold Industry Group is proud to announce the renewal of its landmark partnership with Netball WA, West Coast Fever, and Glass Jar Australia, marking the largest-ever commitment by Australia’s gold industry to women’s sport.
This three-year, $6 million extension will deepen the Gold Industry Group’s role as a Principal Partner of Netball WA and a joint Principal Partner of West Coast Fever, strengthening a partnership that has supported netball in Western Australia for the past six years.
The Gold Industry Group is charting an exciting new course with the recent appointment of three industry heavyweights to its Board of Directors, bringing a wealth of experience and fresh perspectives that promise to propel the Group forward.
Our 2023 Impact Report showcases the continued progress of our signature programs and partnerships, all designed to solidify the gold industry's positive reputation and deliver tangible benefits to the communities we touch.
Two members of The Gold Industry Group, The Perth Mint and Gold Fields, have proudly secured their spots among the highly anticipated list of the Top 101 Workplaces for Women in 2024.
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.
AngloGold Ashanti Australia’s Graduate Programme is a two-year, structured programme based on best practices within the career paths associated with each discipline.
Graduates have the opportunity to work at both the company’s open pit and underground operations.
Ever wondered how gold is actually retrieved from the earth? Although movies may have you believe gold is found in big nuggets on the surface or by panning in a river, this is rarely true on a commercial scale.
The process of getting gold out of the earth is a little more complicated (and costly) than that, so read on to find out exactly how gold is mined here in Australia.
Following a successful AGM at the Vibe Hotel Subiaco, the Gold Industry Group is excited to announce the appointment of three new members to its Board of Directors as it looks to build upon its array of impactful programs and partnerships in 2024.
The Gold Industry Group brought together its members, partners, and special guests on 28 November at The Adnate Perth to celebrate the year that’s been and share updates on its latest activities.
In the heart of Canning Vale, a short 20-minute drive from the Perth CBD, is a training facility that is quietly reshaping the landscape of mining training in Western Australia. ASX listed Westgold Resources Limited (ASX: WGX - Westgold) training centre is redefining how new entrants to the mining world are prepared for the challenges of underground mining and processing plant environments.
As Bellevue Gold celebrates the pouring of first gold at its flagship project in Western Australia, the company is also making waves above ground in its efforts to foster diversity and inclusion within a traditionally male-dominated mining industry.
Over recent years, gold mining companies across Australia have embarked on a remarkable journey towards fostering gender diversity and inclusivity within their ranks - a move that reflects both the industry's evolution and its profound commitment to change.
