Australian mining titan BHP launches stunning £49 billion takeover approach for Anglo American, creating potential global mining powerhouse and reshaping critical minerals landscape amid growing competition with China.
In one of the most remarkable stock market performances of the year, little-known mining company Flynn Gold witnesses near-500% share price explosion, defying market expectations and creating millionaires overnight.
A priceless collection of artefacts from the 1984 miners' strike and UK coal mining history has been rescued from disposal, securing a permanent home at the National Coal Mining Museum in Wakefield.
Previously unseen archives detailing the 1934 Gresford Colliery disaster, one of Britain's worst mining tragedies, are set for public display near the original site in Wrexham, offering a poignant glimpse into the past.
Exclusive: A Queensland father's battle to obtain a Blue Card reveals shocking systemic failures, leaving children potentially at risk and parents in bureaucratic limbo. Investigation uncovers a child safety system in crisis.
A distressed humpback whale calf and its mother became entangled in a controversial shark net off Coolangatta, Queensland, sparking urgent rescue efforts and renewed debate over marine protection measures.
The St Vincent de Paul Society braces for a surge in demand as BHP announces massive job losses at its Queensland coal mines, threatening to devastate the community of Dysart.
A community is in mourning after a 19-year-old man died in a single-vehicle crash on the Bruce Highway near Mackay. Two other young men are fighting for their lives in a Brisbane hospital as police launch an investigation into the tragic incident.
Mining giant BHP faces fierce backlash from Queensland's government after attributing job losses to the state's coal royalty scheme, igniting a heated debate over resource taxes and corporate responsibility.
Mining giant BHP announces the slashing of 750 jobs at its central Queensland metallurgical coal mines, citing operational reviews and a shift towards automation, sparking concerns for the local economy.
The Queensland government has announced a controversial ban on pill testing services, drawing fierce criticism from health experts who warn it will put young lives at risk at music festivals and events.
Exclusive investigation reveals how a mining magnate's retirement fund amassed a staggering £1.6bn while ordinary workers face pension uncertainty. The shocking disparity in Australia's superannuation system.
A terminally ill grandfather's heart-wrenching final days have sparked emotional debate as Queensland's assisted dying laws come into effect, allowing patients choice in their final moments.
Exclusive investigation reveals Queensland's ticking time bomb as mining giants leave taxpayers facing billions in rehabilitation costs for derelict sites, with prime agricultural land at stake.
A Queensland driver's disastrous shortcut attempt ended with his ute stranded on active railway tracks, prompting a dramatic rescue and a stern warning from authorities.
Queensland Health sounds the alarm as a measles-infected traveller from overseas visits busy public spots in Cairns. Health officials are urgently contacting potential contacts as the highly contagious viral threat spreads.
The equestrian community mourns the loss of respected trainer Leanne Hartley, who tragically died after being kicked by a horse at her Queensland property. Emergency services responded but were unable to save the experienced horsewoman.
Queensland Police have launched an investigation into wildlife conservationist Bob Irwin following a complaint. The 84-year-old father of the late Steve Irwin denies any wrongdoing.
Anglo American's bold £1.5bn bid for Teck Resources' coal assets signals major restructuring but may invite rival offers in heated mining sector consolidation.
Exclusive Guardian investigation uncovers severe underreporting of methane emissions from disused coal boreholes in Queensland and NSW, threatening climate goals.
Discover how a historic 50km rail corridor in Central Queensland is being transformed into a world-class cycling trail, promising to boost eco-tourism and breathe new life into rural communities.
A major investigation reveals Queensland's environment watchdog suppressed a report on dangerous lead levels from a Glencore mine, raising serious health concerns for the local community.
Outrage erupts as visitors to Queensland's iconic Cape York peninsula leave behind a trail of destruction, dumping tonnes of rubbish and damaging sacred Indigenous sites at the northernmost point of the Australian mainland.
A two-year-old boy was killed instantly while walking home from a UK beach with his parents after a driver lost control of their car, a coroner's inquest has been told. The devastating incident highlights urgent road safety concerns.
A major Queensland transport company with a 23-year history has entered liquidation, collapsing with massive debts and leaving dozens of employees without jobs in a severe blow to the region's freight industry.
A Queensland single mother's life transformed overnight after winning £1.2 million in Bronte's lottery. Discover her emotional reaction and future plans.
Queensland Parliament approves controversial legislation granting police authority to issue on-the-spot domestic violence protection orders, sparking intense debate over civil liberties and victim safety.
A routine welfare check in rural Queensland turned into a deadly ambush, claiming the lives of two young police officers and an innocent neighbour. The tragic incident at a remote Wieambilla property has shocked Australia and sparked a major investigation
Bruce and Denise Morcombe, the grieving parents of Daniel Morcombe, back Queensland's groundbreaking new public child sex offender register. Discover how 'Daniel's Law' aims to empower parents and enhance community safety.