Media Releases
Demand for materials used in low-emissions technology is helping to drive Australia’s forecast resources and energy export earnings to new highs, on top of ongoing strong global demand and prices for energy.
Australia has joined an international grouping to commit to sustainability and the highest environmental, social and governance standards for the mining and processing of critical minerals.
Joint media release with Treasurer, The Hon Jim Chalmers MP, Minister for Climate Change and Energy, the Hon Chris Bowen MP, and Minister for Industry and Science, The Hon Ed Husic MP
The Albanese Government is taking action to limit the worst impacts of the forecast gas price increases in order to protect Australian households, industry and manufacturers, save jobs, and ensure a stable and well-functioning wholesale gas market with adequate domestic supply at reasonable prices.
Federal Resources Minister Madeleine King will direct the National Offshore Petroleum Safety and Environmental Management Authority (NOPSEMA) to provide improved guidance to industry on consultation requirements following the Federal Court judgement in relation to the Barossa offshore gas development.
The Australian Government has released a discussion paper and opened public consultations on the future of Australia’s critical minerals industry and how the sector can grow to help Australia become a clean energy superpower.
Joint media release with Minister for Indigenous Australians the Hon Linda Burney MP.
The Australian Government has secured the ongoing rehabilitation of the Ranger uranium mine in the Northern Territory, and the gradual return of the site to the Mirarr Traditional Owners, with Parliament passing legislation to continue government oversight of the clean-up project.
Geoscience Australia has officially opened its new modern laboratory facilities, further strengthening the Government’s long-standing commitment to the sustainable development of Australia’s resources and a low emissions future.
Minister for Resources and Northern Australia Madeleine King delivered her first Annual Ministerial Statement to Parliament on the Albanese Government’s vision for Northern Australia.
Minister for Resources and Northern Australia Madeleine King will visit Japan next week to strengthen trade and investment ties with Australia’s top strategic partner in the region.
Joint media release with Minister for Trade and Tourism Don Farrell.
The Australian Government will commit up to $250 million in loans to support the expansion of Pilbara Minerals Limited’s Pilgangoora Operations in Western Australia.