Bowen Basin

Chinese-owned mine giant poised to develop Queensland coal operation

A Chinese government owned corporation has unveiled plans for a new coal mine development in Queensland.

Massive employment forecast for Central Queensland mining project

Employment will double at a north-Queensland mine, which plans to ramp up next year, creating jobs for 500 construction workers and 400 miners.

New milestone for major Queensland port expansion

Plans for a significant coal loading expansion have moved to the next critical phase after the Queensland government invited two proponents to move to Stage Two.

Bowen Basin coal mine set to invest $215m to double coal production

A major deal with an national freight giant means one of the country’s largest coal producers will increase its haulage to 20 million tonnes per annum.

Feasibility study into $100m solar facility in North Queensland

The Federal government has given the nod for a feasibility study in to a $100m Solar Energy Park which will generate electricity from new sources, including solar thermal.

Bowen Basin coal mine proposes $150m extension

A major coal mine in Queensland's Bowen Basin is proposing a $150 million extension.

SunWater looks for other options as $1.3bn Connors Dam project is put on hold

SunWater is now looking at alternative water supply options following the Queensland Government’s decision not to finance its $1.

Major player seeks to expand Central Queensland CSG development

A major oil and gas company in Queensland is looking to expand its major coal seam gas development and production.

Study begins for $2bn mine to central Qld port project

An environmental impact study is currently being prepared for a major mine to port railway project estimated to cost $2 billion.