RESA September eNewsJust last week we heard the exciting news that Arrium purchaser GFG Alliance, has purchased a majority stake in renewable power company ZEN Energy. While on the surface it makes sense for a company who is now one of the biggest power users in the country to guarantee their own low-cost supply, it’s worth also having a look at Liberty House’s (GFG Alliance’s steel business) big picture agenda for steel and what it can mean for South
Australian companies. Our September blog post explores GFG Alliance’s GREENSTEEL strategy and what it could mean for suppliers in South Australia. Changes will be made in the coming months and exploring the opportunities which could be created is worthwhile for your business. Read RESA's September blog post
South Australia Mining and Energy Jobs Report Vacancy Analysis: August 17In August 2017, 226 mining and resources advertisements for jobs were placed for roles in SA. These results are the highest number of vacancies since May 2013. Read our report to find out more
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Mining Jobs and Opportunities in South Australia - Q1 UpdateJoin RESA for our lunch time webinar to hear about hiring intention trends and upcoming opportunities in the mining and resources sector in SA.
An overview of RESA’s job vacancy data collection will be provided with analysis of the Q1 2017-18 results.
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GMUSG Conference & Trade Expo It was great to be part of the Global Maintenance Upper Spencer Gulf Conference & Trade Expo. The RESA team enjoyed their time in Whyalla, catching up with the latest industry news and building new connections.
Mining Acts Review enters drafting phase with 82 recommendationsA Fast Facts document has been released, which summaries and outlines the progress of the Mining Acts Review so far. It shows 82 recommendations for changes to the mineral resources legislation, regulation, policy and practices. Find out more View the Fast Facts
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New Partnership to drive innovation in South Australia's minerals sectorA $14 million research consortium will explore how new technologies and the Internet of Things may improve efficiencies and opportunities for SA’s mining sector. The State Government will contribute $4 million over four years through the Research Consortia Program to support collaboration between mining companies and local researchers. View article
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Rex Minerals Hillside Project UpdateRex Minerals has submitted its Social Management Plan to the South Australian Government providing an update on an interim extension for submission of its Program for Environment Protection and Rehabilitation. View ASX Release
BHP launches Local Buying Program in SAThe Local Buying Program was established to support and help local communities with small businesses to engage with BHP as a supplier. First rolled out in QLD and NSW, the program will now be launched in SA. Find out more
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Strike Energy moves to SA, creating 85 local jobsThe SA State government has provided Strike Energy $990.000 of funding to move their head office to Adelaide. The move will create 45 full-time jobs and another 40 jobs between Adelaide and Moomba by 2021. View article
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Premier's Research and Industry Fund Research Consortia Program Information SessionsThe Research Consortia Program provides funding for major research collaborations between universities, other research organisations, government and industry to work on major challenges in areas of significance to SA, which align with the state’s economic priorities. Information sessions are being held through out September: Univeristy of South
Australia - Mawson Lakes Campus, 25 September, 2.00pm -3.00pm
The Australian Wine Research Institution Waite Precinct- 27 September, 1.00pm-2.00pm
Flinders University - Health and Science Building, 28 September, 11.00am-12.00pm
The Unviersity of Adelaide - Flentje Lecture Theatre, 28 September, 2.30pm-3.30pm Find out more
GFG Alliance formally completes it's purchase of Whyalla's Steelworks in SAThe formal signing was completed on 31 August, GFG executive chairman Sanjeev Gupta stating it was a historic moment that would end uncertain times for the former Arrium operation. View article
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State government grants available for energy storage and stabilityPremier Jay Weatherill announced a $150 million renewable technology fund on August 28. The State Government has issued 3 calls for the next generation of renewable energy projects in the categories of Firming renewable generation, Bulk energy storage and Bioenergy. View article
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Work Experience Placement ProgramIn conjunction with University of Adelaide, and in collaboration SACOME, AusIMM and RESA is continuing the Work Experience Placement Program. Having already successfully matched 20 mining engineering students to work experience placement opportunities, RESA is continuing the search for suitable business to support undergraduates. More information can be found on the ‘Hot Rubble’ mining careers website (www.hotrubble.com.au), which provides the necessary tools and information
for students to seek work experience. If your business could support an undergraduate work experience project, please contact Jeanine Carruthers, Stakeholder Engagement Manager, RESA, jeanine.carruthers@resa.org.au or 08 7325 8555. Find out more
Development Assessment plan - Kapunda Copper ProjectThe board of Thor Mining PLC has provided a progress update in respect of the Kapunda Copper Project in South Australia. Following the announcement on 1 August 2017, the Company's review of the project has now advanced and now a development plan has been prepared. Find out more
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Live Webinar: Innovation Starts at ExplorationAustmine's September webinar will explore the emerging technologies and advanced innovations set to change the game in mineral exploration 28 September 12:30-1:30pm Expert speaker panel: - John Parker, Lincoln Minerals
- Joe Dwyer, HiSeis
- Dave Lawie, Imdex Limited
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Events CalendarRESA Jobs Webinar, Wednesday 25 October - Online Webinar IMARC, Melbourne Convention & Exhibition, 30 October - 2 November
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