AURUKUN BAUXITE PROJECT
News and publications
Keep up to date on how we are working with the local community and government regulatory bodies to progress the Aurukun Bauxite Project.
View and download our project factsheets and community newsletters below.
Project fact sheets
Learn more about Aurukun Bauxite Project, Glencore Australia, bauxite and its many uses, and our approach to the project.
Key project details
Glencore is assessing the feasibility of developing a new bauxite mine, with a life of mine of approximately 20 years.
About Glencore
Glencore is one of the world's largest natural resource companies, producing and marketing a large number of metals and minerals.
About bauxite
Australia has the world's second largest reserves of bauxite, a rock that is formed by the weathering of rocks rich in aluminium.
Aurukun facilities
The project will require the establishment of new facilities in Aurukun to support the construction and operation of the project.
Local economic contribution
Since 2018, we are pleased to have been able to make a positive contribution to the Aurukun and regional economy.
Picture the process
Discover how the mined resource would be processed and delivered from pit to port.
View the proposed Coastal Landing Facility.
Learn about the proposed Aurukun Bauxite Project mining and rehabilitation process.
Environmental Impact Statement
An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is being prepared as part of the Queensland and Federal Government's environmental approval process for the project.
Follow the progress of the EIS.
Community newsletters
Learn more about Glencore, bauxite and the Aurukun Bauxite Project through our newsletters.