Resourceful April 2025
Welcome to the April 2025 edition of Resourceful, the Queensland Metals newsletter.
Browse our latest stories below.
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Fifty-five years of raise boring comes to an end at Mount Isa Copper Operations
Established in 1970, the Mount Isa Mines Raise Boring department was instrumental in developing the ventilation shafts that have kept fresh air circulating throughout our copper and lead mines for over 55 years.
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Mount Isa’s next chapter: Supporting our community
As Glencore prepares to close its iconic Mount Isa underground copper mine, the story isn't one of retreat, it's one of reinvention. With a Social Transition Plan and a guaranteed investment in the region’s future, we're not stepping away from Mount Isa - we’re stepping up.
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Mount Isa’s Country University Centre broadens career opportunities
Since opening in October 2024, the Country Universities Centre (CUC) has been transforming education opportunities for local and visiting students. With support from Mount Isa Mines, the centre is providing cutting-edge learning facilities and an exciting new partnership is set to develop the region’s future educators.
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From London classrooms to outback mines: Archie’s journey into Health and Safety at Mount Isa
From London classrooms to the heart of North Queensland's mining industry, Archie’s journey is one of bold change and meaningful impact.
Discover how a former teacher is reshaping safety culture at Mount Isa Mines, one initiative at a time.Read more -
Pathways with purpose: How Glencore’s Indigenous Employment Program is changing lives in Mount Isa
For more than a decade, Glencore’s Indigenous Employment Program (IEP) has been doing more than creating jobs, it’s been changing lives.
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Mount Isa Mines: A legacy of innovation and transition
After more than 60 years of copper mining, Mount Isa Mines is set to close its underground copper operations in 2025, marking the end of a historic era. Discover the rich history and bold future of Mount Isa Mines in our latest feature.
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