HudBay’s offer for Augusta finally given the nod The deal gives HudBay control over the Rosemont project in Arizona, which has the potential to become the US’ third largest copper mine. Cecilia Jamasmie | June 23, 2014 | 4:25 pm
Mongolia says Rio Tinto owes $130 million in Oyu Tolgoi unpaid taxes The long-dragged dispute between Rio and the Mongolian government over a $6.6 billion underground expansion of Oyu Tolgoi has hit a fresh impasse. Cecilia Jamasmie | June 23, 2014 | 2:52 pm
Emerging markets firms to lead global mining sector: PwC Net profits from progressing economies-based miners reached $24 billion in 2013, compared to a net loss of $4 billion for developed market firms. Cecilia Jamasmie | June 23, 2014 | 1:57 pm
South African court rules gold miners not allowed to strike The union leading the five-month strike in the platinum sector take any industrial action affecting gold producers. Cecilia Jamasmie | June 23, 2014 | 10:54 am
Australia’s mining jobs running dry as sector growth slow The country's mining industry has lost 6,600 workers in the three months to May. Cecilia Jamasmie | June 19, 2014 | 6:31 pm
Mexico is now Latin America’s most expensive mining jurisdiction Cost of mining and exploring for gold and silver in the country has increased 13% and 20%, respectively, over the past year. Cecilia Jamasmie | June 19, 2014 | 3:34 pm
South Africa divided over controversial mineral law reforms The country's ’s new mineral resources law, which is awaiting the President’s signature, faces growing opposition as the mines minister, industry and opposition seek review. Cecilia Jamasmie | June 19, 2014 | 11:15 am
Newcrest hit with Australia’s biggest fine: over $1.1 million After the gold company admitted disclosure breaches on two occasions last year. Cecilia Jamasmie | June 18, 2014 | 6:36 pm
New Zealand rejects underwater iron mine The company now has 15 days to appeal with the High Court. Cecilia Jamasmie | June 18, 2014 | 3:44 pm
Gold industry to explore ‘fix’ reform The move could hasten the end of the 95-year-old bullion benchmark. Cecilia Jamasmie | June 18, 2014 | 2:29 pm
