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Mining & Resources
4 benefits of adopting UAVs in mining
Once considered a tool of the distant future, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) - also known as drones - are now a mainstream and vital asset in a range of industries. Mining firms in Australia have been taking advantage of the many benefits of drones for some time now, in fact, and use of the technology…
15 Apr 2014, by Informa InsightsMining & Resources
Close-Up: Brent Murdoch
Brent Murdoch joined Vista Gold Australia as the General Manager in November 2012. With 24 years of industry experience, including more than ten years' experience specialising in mine start-ups and large project construction, Brent has substantial mining industry experience in gold, manganese, iron ore and copper. His previous roles include management positions with Leighton…
14 Apr 2014, by Informa InsightsHealthcare
HITH services expanded in North Queensland
Patients in North Queensland will be able to benefit from a wider range of treatment options after a partnership was announced to expand the region's hospital in the home (HITH) services. Metro North Hospital and Health Service (MNHHS) has teamed up with not-for-profit healthcare organisation Silver Chain in what is the Sunshine State's first ever…
14 Apr 2014, by Informa InsightsMining & Resources
Case Study: Territory Iron using UAVs in mining
The increased civilian use of drone aircraft over the past five years has been keenly observed by various groups associated with the mining industry in Australia. One profession in particular has already begun to adopt UAV technologies into daily work schedules, namely Mine Surveyors. The Mine Survey team at Territory Iron is one group that…
14 Apr 2014, by Informa InsightsMining & Resources | Transport & Logistics
Padbury Mining steps up efforts to secure investment for Oakajee project
One of Western Australia's most protracted railway engineering projects may be heading back on track after the mining company at its helm ramped up efforts to secure investors and engineers. Padbury Mining Limited is charged with reviving the Oakajee Port and Rail (OPR) project, which has endured mixed fortunes over the years. A crucial component of…
11 Apr 2014, by Informa InsightsMining & Resources
China continues to play crucial role in Australia’s mining sector
China has always enjoyed a strong business relationship with Australia, particularly as the latter's mining industry rose to prominence. A recent analysis of Australian mineral exports to key Asian markets suggests this will continue to be the case. The Minerals Council of Australia (MCA) released its latest export figures at the start of this month,…
11 Apr 2014, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
Close-Up: Dr Deborah Hume
Dr Deborah Hume is the General Manager of Rail Passenger Group at KiwiRail. She joined the company in 2010 and led the operations of the New Zealand’s long distance passenger train services Scenic Journeys and Wellington’s Tranz Metro. She is passionate about her work and is keen to keep a professional promise, as she expressed…
10 Apr 2014, by Informa InsightsEducation
What makes for a great student experience?
As the higher education sector around the world continues to develop, it's important to realise the evolving role of tertiary institutions in modern society. While the key objective for these organisations is still the same - to provide a world-class education - students today are no longer heading to university just to sit in lectures.…
9 Apr 2014, by Informa InsightsHealthcare
Overcoming HINH challenges with Advance Care Planning
Ageing Australians make up the largest consumer group of healthcare. The risk of developing hospital acquired iatrogenic complications for older patients led to the development of hospital avoidance programmes, which aim to provide care in the patients’ own environment, such as their home or Nursing Home. With a team of nurses, general practitioners and aged…
9 Apr 2014, by Informa InsightsTransport & Logistics
Sydney customers on board with new rail extension
The highly anticipated extension to Sydney's Inner West Light Rail, which opened for service at the end of last month, is already proving to be a hit with the city's commuters. Minister for Transport Gladys Berejiklian announced late last week that a large number of residents had been testing out the new service, with an extra…
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