Mineral Sand Mining

Suppliers poised for long-term opportunities as approvals progress for large-scale mineral sands mine and processing operation in western NSW

A large-scale mineral sands project in New South Wales is advancing through environmental assessment, with proponents outlining a comprehensive 26-year mining and processing operation expected to deliver significant supply and contracting opportunities across multiple sectors.

WA mineral sands expansion to sustain production, drive demand for mining, civil and environmental contractors as approvals process gets underway

A proposed mine extension in Western Australia’s Mid West region is expected to sustain mineral sands production and create new opportunities for civil, environmental, and engineering contractors.

Major project status bestowed on major Victorian rare earths project, with concentrate to be exported for processing into separated oxides

Major project status has been granted for a Victorian rare earth and mineral sands project – here’s what that means.

Major WA Mid West silica sand project secures Ministerial approval; project to begin construction soon, targeting growing Asian export markets

A major industrial minerals project in WA’s Mid West has been granted Ministerial approval, with construction expected to follow imminently.

Western Australian $65m high-purity silica sand venture clears final hurdle, with proximity to domestic processing and port facilities adding to commercial viability.

Western Australia’s Mid West region is set to host one of the nation’s most significant high-purity silica sand ventures, with a major project passing a crucial round of government approvals.

Green light secured for major Victorian rare earths project, next stage a financial decision, concentrate to be exported for processing into separated oxides

The final hurdle has been cleared for a Victorian rare earth and mineral sands project – and the project director has filled Projectory in on what happens now.

Expansion plan for a mineral sands mine in WA’s Wheatbelt region to undergo formal environmental assessment, focusing on satellite pit development

A plan for the expansion of a mineral sands mine in the Wheatbelt region of WA will be required to undergo a formal environmental assessment.

Development of new Victorian mineral sands projects advance, 14 year mine life predicted, two-stage development strategy planned

The scoping study of a Victorian mineral sands project has led to more detail being nailed down for the mine’s development – here's the latest and what happens next.

Plan revealed for mineral sands mine expansion in WA’s Wheatbelt, with new satellite pit proposed to extend operations

A plan has been revealed for the expansion of a mineral sands mine in the Wheatbelt region of WA.

Mineral sands project in WA’s Wheatbelt advances site investigations with drilling and land clearing, opening supply and service opportunities

A mineral sands project in WA’s Wheatbelt is progressing with geotechnical and water resource drilling, creating demand for contractors in drilling, logistics, and environmental services.

Jamie Wade