Minerals Council of Australia

24/06/2026

Australia is a global leader in zircon production, supplying a critical mineral that underpins ceramics, construction materials and advanced industrial applications.

From tiles and sanitaryware to foundry casting and high-performance refractories, Australian zircon plays an essential role in modern manufacturing and infrastructure.

➡️ Swipe right to see highlights of Australia’s zircon industry.

17/06/2026

Victoria has a once-in-a-generation opportunity to grow regional jobs, investment and prosperity through its world-class minerals industry.

From gold in Bendigo, Ballarat and Stawell to globally significant critical minerals and Australia’s only operating antimony mine, Victoria has the resources to power future growth.

MCA Victoria’s Mining Victoria: A Prosperity Agenda for Regional Victoria outlines four priorities to unlock new projects, attract investment, strengthen regional communities and create pathways for the next generation of skilled workers.

➡️https://minerals.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Victorian-Mining-Prosperity-Agenda-2026.pdf

12/06/2026

04/06/2026

Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 Victorian Women in Resources Awards, recognising the outstanding women and teams helping shape the future of Australia’s mining industry.

From mining engineering and AI to emergency response and operations, this year’s recipients reflect the diverse and rewarding career opportunities across the resources sector.

The MCA is proud to celebrate the leadership, innovation and commitment these finalists bring to building a stronger, more inclusive industry.

04/06/2026

Listen to MCA Northern Australia Executive Cathryn Tilmouth speaking with Katie Woolf about the next phase of Arafura Rare Earths ' $1.6 billion project in the Northern Territory.

With construction set to begin in September, the project will create hundreds of jobs, strengthen Australia's critical minerals supply chain and deliver long-term economic opportunities for the NT.

A timely reminder of the important role mining plays in creating regional jobs, attracting investment and supplying the minerals needed for the technologies of the future.

03/06/2026

Australian mining is backing Australia.

From helping to fund essential services like Medicare, schools and infrastructure, to supporting regional jobs, apprenticeships and local communities.

That’s the difference Australian mining makes.

02/06/2026

Join thousands of mining industry professionals in Mackay from 21–23 July for three days of innovation, equipment displays, expert insights and networking at the Queensland Mining & Engineering Exhibition (QME).

With 360 exhibitors and major mining companies involved, QME is one of the industry's premier events.

🎟️ Registration is free – secure your ticket today: https://www.queenslandminingexpo.com.au/attendee-enquiries/

02/06/2026

The Minerals Council of Australia is proud to support Member for Hunter Dan Repacholi MP’s Stars of the Hunter Class of 2026 campaign with a $3,000 donation to the Cancer Council Australia.

This fantastic initiative is making a real difference for people in the Hunter region living with cancer, while supporting the important work of Cancer Council NSW in prevention, advocacy and research.

We're pleased to back Dan and all participants as they step up for such a worthy cause and help improve outcomes for Australians affected by cancer.

Be sure to visit his page to check out those dance moves!

29/05/2026

Critical minerals are becoming increasingly important to global energy security, advanced manufacturing and emerging technologies.

As countries look to build more resilient supply chains, Australia has an opportunity to strengthen its role as a reliable and responsible supplier to the world.

Strategic investment, industry collaboration and globally competitive settings will be important to helping new projects get off the ground and supporting long-term growth across the sector.