Welcome to the Gold Industry Group's August edition of Gold News Gold News is a community newsletter delivering the latest news from the Gold Industry Group (GIG) and its members, as well as upcoming events, industry news and community initiatives. We are pleased to welcome new members Kirkland Lake Gold and Saturn Metals who have recently joined us. Diversity shines in new DirectorsAngloGold Ashanti Australia’s VP for Corporate Affairs, Community and Human Resources, Andrea Maxey, and Gold Road Resources’ GM for Capability and Culture, Stuart Jenner, have joined the GIG Board of Directors, bringing a new level of diversity and experience. Bringing 125 golden years to lifeAustralia's second interactive gold trail on the free Heart of Gold Australia app was launched at a community event in Kalgoorlie in June, amidst a hub of golden activity for young and old! Diggers & Dealers Gold Wrap 2018This year's Diggers & Dealers saw near-record numbers, a strong gold presence, a focus on emerging discoveries and much discussion on the future of mining. Relive the golden highlights and view the photo gallery. WA Premier launches mine to mint tourExperiencing gold's mine to mint process is Perth's latest unique tourism attraction, unveiled by WA Premier, the Hon. Mark McGowan MLA, a Newmont Australia, Perth Mint and Go West Tours initiative. Precious Metals event comes to PerthCanadian businessman and Kirkland Lake Gold Chairman, Eric Sprott, will headline a list of keynote speakers and GIG members at Australia's 9th Precious Metals Investment Symposium. Program to teach, learn and grow rural studentsAngloGold Ashanti Australia and Gold Fields are bridging the gap in rural education, sponsoring Teach, Learn, Grow's flagship Rural Program, a one-on-one mentor program empowering students to realise their full potential. Telfer study guides community programsNewcrest Mining Limited is working alongside its local community in a recent economic baseline study undertaken with the Martu people providing direction for their Telfer community programs. Evolution champions environmental rehabilitation programEvolution Mining has partnered with NQ Dry Tropics to pilot an innovative Environmental Enhancement project to re-establish an open body of water and restoring its fauna diversity. Golden resources showcased at HASS WeekThe #heartofgold Discovery Trails and linked lesson plans were presented to primary and secondary school teachers from across the State at the Association of Independent Schools of Western Australia's HASS Conference. KCGM's safety awards benefit communityKCGM's quarterly Safety Innovation Award recipients have this year donated to the C.Y. O'Connor Men's Shed in Kalgoorlie, and sporting groups Eastern Goldfields Cricket Association and the Goldfields Tennis Club. Gold industry connects at annual sundownerOver 100 members and industry colleagues attended the GIG's annual networking event at the historic Perth Mint, to discuss the future of gold mining in Australia with special guest the Hon. Bill Johnston MLA. Newcrest's challenge gets to problem's coreAn Australian won the challenge to automate drill core photography, beating 195 innovators from 8 countries, to take out the $10,000 prize for Newcrest Mining's Get 2 the Core online challenge. Gold Fields employees LIVINWellMental health not-for-profit LIVIN Co-founders Casey Lyons and Sam Webb, together with psychologist Luke Foster, delivered their LIVINWell program to Gold Fields employees and contractors at Granny Smith Gold Mine. Investing for a brighter futureNorthern Star Resources CEO and GIG Director, Stuart Tonkin, made the case that future proofing the gold sector through investment in exploration was key to staying steady and maintaining current production levels at the WA Mining Club. Dreamtime at the 'G' for young Zali10-year old Zali Ryder won the trip of a lifetime, with her short story on how her life has been enriched since her mother started working for Gold Road Resources on it’s Yamarna exploration project. A smart partnership for a joint futureGold Fields Australia and Gold Road Resources provided an update on their joint venture the Gruyere Gold Project at last month's WA Mining Club luncheon – on track to produce first gold by June 2019. Students get into resourcesThe three-day Get Into Resources event inspired the next generation of skilled workers, by providing secondary school students with a unique insight into the resources sector and its potential 150 career pathways. 2018 GIG and Member EventsSave the dates for more of this year's events including the launch of the reverse Perth Heart of Gold Discovery Trail, Precious Metals Investment Symposium and welcome drinks, and the Women in Gold Great Debate. Champion Australia's gold industryJoin us in promoting Australia's gold sector through long-term engagement initiatives that connect our industry and our communities. Be a part of Australia's gold story. News by categoryThe Gold Industry Group (GIG) is a member-based, not-for-profit association dedicated to promoting and championing the importance of Australia's gold industry. Thanks to our members: The Perth Mint, Gold Fields Australia, Norton Gold Fields, Ramelius Resources, Gold Road Resources, Northern Star Resources, Saracen Mineral Holdings, Westgold Resources, Silver Lake Resources, Evolution Mining, St Barbara, Newmont, KCGM, Kirkland Lake Gold, Newcrest Mining, AngloGold Ashanti Australia, Impact Minerals, Capricorn Metals, Saturn Metals, Kalgoorlie-Boulder Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Ausdrill, ABC Refinery, Macmahon Holdings, Brinks Australia, G4S International Logistics, SMS Innovative Mining Solutions, IFAP, Bulk Bullion, Cannings Purple, WA Mining Club, Symposium, Bulk Bullion, Australian Gold Reagents, RECEO, BGC Contracting, Deloitte Access Economics, IRP Resources, City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Mining News, Jaggards, Swick Mining Services, Earth Science WA, WA Rockdrill Club, WA School of Mines Alumni, Heritage Perth, PCF Capital Group, Mining Education Australia, Two Feet & a Heartbeat and Forum Advocating Cultural & Eco-Tourism. |