Resourceful November 2025
Welcome to the November 2025 edition of Resourceful, the Queensland Metals newsletter.
Browse our latest stories below.
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A Heads of Agreement reached on Mount Isa Smelter and Townsville Refinery
Glencore has signed a Heads of Agreement with the Australian and Queensland Governments, ensuring the continued operation of the Mount Isa Copper Smelter and Townsville Copper Refinery.
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Baking better copper: Driven by people, powered by Semtech
Making copper isn’t so different from baking a cake, it takes the right ingredients, careful timing and precision. Take it out too soon and it’s underdone. Leave it too long, and you end up with waste, rework and lost value.
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Resilience, recognition and a bright future: Brianna Thirlwall’s journey at Glencore Mount Isa Mines
For many apprentices the road to earning a trade is paved with long hours, steep learning curves and plenty of determination.
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Strengthening safety through collaboration
When emergencies strike, every second counts. That’s why cross-site collaboration is vital in preparing for effective, coordinated responses to potential incidents on mine sites across the North West Minerals Province.
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Lady Loretta Mine: A legacy of excellence and evolution in North-West Queensland
After decades of high-grade production, Lady Loretta Mine turns a new page in 2025. Glencore closes operations and hands the reins to new owners, ushering in an exciting chapter for the historic site.
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R U OK? Day support shines at our operations
Glencore Queensland Metals teams across our operations came together for R U OK? Day, providing the opportunity to check in on our mates and start a conversation.
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Keeping people healthy at work: Occupational hygiene at Mount Isa Mines
Discover how our occupational hygiene team keeps everyone healthy through practical controls, inclusive PPE and data-driven safety strategies.
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First Nations fashion hits the catwalk
First Nations fashion took centre stage at the Maltha Waru Art Celebration and fashion show in Mount Isa, proudly sponsored by Mount Isa Mines.
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Glencore building trade skills for the future
In 2025, the Glencore Queensland Metals Apprenticeship Program was reintroduced to our Townsville operations opening pathways for young locals.
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Building stronger communities: The success of Glencore’s Corporate Social Investment Fund in 2025
Glencore Queensland Metals has strengthened its commitment to North Queensland communities, investing over $840,000 through its Corporate Social Investment Fund in 2025. The fund supported 60 local initiatives across Mount Isa and Townsville, driving positive outcomes in health, education, community development and regional growth.
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