Tropical cyclone hits far North Australia near Rio Tinto mine

Yet investor hopes remain undiminished

Unconfirmed reports have Rio and Paladin make separate submissions to the federal government to block the sale of Western Australia's largest uranium deposit.

Chinese Consul General to Perth re-iterates call for a "return to rationality" in ore prices.

World's richest woman frets over Australia's ability to compete on an international playing field

Supreme Court of WA grants CITIC Pacific Injunction against flamboyant Aussie mining tycoon

Any overhaul of the tax could spark a fresh war with miners still smarting from their battle against 2010's resource super profits tax.

A new study led by Australia’s Griffith University has found shift miners working long hours are more likely to suffer from depression, fatigue and a wide range of illnesses.

39 expressions of interest lodged with the government

Funds to be used for loan repayment and infrastructure and exploration projects