Public Policy Monographs

The Minerals Council of Australia is launching a new series of Public Policy Monographs focusing on the central issues that surround the development of Australia's mineral resources. In the first of the series respected economist Dr Ed Shann examines the policy challenges associated with Maximising growth in a mining boom.

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Career Pathways in the Minerals Industry? Have your say!

Researchers interested in people’s career and work experiences in the Mining Industry want to hear from you (male or female) as part of their study.

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Memorandum of Understanding

The Australian Government and the Minerals Council of Australia (MCA) have agreed on an innovative partnership that represents another major step towards closing the gap on Indigenous disadvantage.

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Australian Mining

These are stories of Australian Mining. They're the stories of our nearly 200,000 employees, and the 600,000 who earn their living in mining-related jobs.

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Climate Change & Emissions Trading

The MCA supports a measured transition to a low emissions economy.

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Fair Work Training

The Australian Mines & Metals Association, together with the MCA, is offering complimentary online training, webinars and consultancy services to help members implement the Fair Work Act.

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The Vision 2020 Project

The project is aimed at creating a blueprint for the future development of the Australia minerals industry and to identify appropriate policies and strategies.

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Socioeconomic Benefits and Impacts

The Australian minerals industry's vision is a thriving industry working in partnership with communities in which they operate for the present and future development of mineral resources and the establishment of vibrant, diversified and sustainable regional economies and communities.

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Minerals Council of Australia - Latest News



  • Mining Taxes and Subsidies: Official evi...
    May 06 2012 SINCLAIR DAVIDSON

    How much tax do miners pay? On 7 March 2012, Treasury Secretary Martin Parkinson (2012) told the Australia–Israel Chamber of Commerce: Mining companies account for abou...

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  • Workplace Relations: The policy principl...
    April 30 2012Minerals Council of Australia

    Reform of the Fair Work Act is needed to ensure Australian workplace laws support flexibility, choice and direct employer-employee relationships. Past workplace reforms w...

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  • JOBS AND SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES FOR PEO...
    April 26 2012Mitchell Hooke, Chief Executive

    The Minerals Council of Australia welcomes today’s announcement of comprehensive reforms to the provision of employment services in remote communities. The new Remote Jo...

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  • SUBMISSION ON THE DRAFT NATIONAL WILDIFE...
    April 20 2012 Chris McCombe, Assistant Director...

    The MCA has welcomed the recent National Wildlife Corridors Plan Advisory Group engagement with the Minerals Industry, among other stakeholders, on the Draft Plan. As you...

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