Media Releases
BMA lifts force majeure
5 June 2008 - BMA announced today that effective from 5 June 2008, force majeure across its managed operations (including BHP Billiton Mitsui (BMC)) has been lifted.
BMA’s $840,000 boost to CQ Community Support
28 May 2008 - Twenty four Central Queensland community organisations will benefit by over $840,000 over the next year, thanks to a community partnerships program sponsored by BMA.
Community engagement begins for new BMA projects
28 April 2008 - BMA will this week commence engagement with its Northern Bowen Basin communities regarding planned growth projects in the region.
BMA delivers $50,000 flood support for the Mackay Whitsunday region
17 April 2008 - BMA has today announced the fourteen (14) not-for-profit groups to benefit from a $50,000 relief program established to support those affected by recent floods.
Norwich Park Mine protects local native wildlife
16 April 2008 - Building on past experience, BMA’s Norwich Park Mine has implemented its wildlife spotter catcher program as part of the preparations for the new Lotus Pit infrastructure.
Saraji Mine tackles health issues head-on
16 April 2008 - BMA Saraji Mine is bringing Annette Sym, author of the “Symply Too Good To Be True” low fat cookbooks and motivational speaker to Dysart on 31 May to run a community weight loss workshop.
Mine donates $100,00 safety bonus to flood victims
2 April 2008 - BMA Peak Downs Mine employees have donated $50,000, which will be doubled through the BHP Billiton Matched Giving Program, to the Mackay Flood Relief Appeal.
Hat trick for BMA at the Resource Awards for Women
7 March 2008 - BHP Billiton Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA) won three awards - including the major prize - presented at an International Women’s Day breakfast held in Brisbane today.
BMA provides $50,000 Mackay funding support
28 February 2008 - BMA, in partnership with the Mackay Whitsunday Regional Economic Development Corporation (REDC), has today launched a program to provide $50,000 in funding support for local not-for profit groups in the Mackay Whitsunday region impacted by the recent February flooding.
BMA provides $50,000 Emerald funding support
26 February 2008 - BMA, in partnership with the Emerald and District Social Development Association (the Neighbourhood Centre), has today launched a program to provide $50,000 in funding support for local not-for profit groups impacted by the January floods.
Salvation Army Flood Donation
21 February 2008 - A $10,000 donation from BHP Billiton Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA) helped the Emerald Salvation Army provide over 11,000 meals and drinks over 11 days to emergency workers, volunteers and evacuees of the recent floods.
Call for new community partners
14 February 2008 - Queensland’s largest coal miner, BMA, is looking for new community partners to contribute lasting benefits to the Central Queensland region.
Norwich Park achieves highest environmental rating
14 February 2008 - BMA Norwich Park Mine, has once again achieved the distinction of being the only operating coal mine in Queensland with a Category 1 environmental performance rating from the Queensland Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Second Doctor for Dysart
11 February 2008 - A government, mining company and community alliance has successfully collaborated to attract a second doctor to the Dysart community.
Sarina Sustainable Landscapes
17 January 2008 - BHP Billiton Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA) has become the first corporate sponsor to join the Sarina Coastal Sustainable Landscapes project providing $150,000 over the next three years.
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Hay Point wins Clean Beach Award
11 December 2007 - BMA’s Hay Point Coal Terminal was today named Queensland Winner – Environmental Protection in the Keep Australia Beautiful Clean Beach Challenge awards.
Hay Point Lookout Opened
7 December 2007 - A public lookout showcasing the diverse ecosystems and world-class coal infrastructure at the port of Hay Point has been opened to the community by BMA.
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CSC & BMA donate 50 computers to CQ schools
3 December 2007 - A partnership between BMA and CSC which had already delivered 67 computers to local schools was officially relaunched at a small ceremony last week..
Burdekin Pipeline Launched
28 August 2007 - The Burdekin Pipeline Project was officially launched in Moranbah by (then) Deputy-Premier the Hon Anna Bligh. The project involved construction of a 218km pipeline from the Burdekin Falls Dam to Moranbah.
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Peak Downs wins State Safety Award
Monday 13 August 2007 - A Peak Downs Mine invention that provides a safer and more reliable method of replacing dragline ropes has made a clean sweep at this year's Queensland Mining Industry Safety Innovation Awards, picking up both the Judges' Award and the People's Choice Award.
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BHP Billiton Launches New Climate Change Policy
Monday, 18 June 2007- BHP Billiton "will take action within our own businesses and work with governments, industry and other stakeholders to address this global challenge and find lasting solutions consistent with our goal of zero harm".
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BMA Sponsors UQ Chairs
Tuesday 21 November 2006 - BMA has sponsored two professorial chairs at the University of Queensland as part of a five year, $2.7 million package to strengthen links between the University and the Australian mining industry.
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Poitrel Mine Up and Running
Friday 17 November 2006 - Production started at the new Poitrel Mine in November, with the preparation plant processing its first tonne of coal, and the first PCI Coal washed and stockpiled.
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BMA donates $10,000 to Burns Unit
Friday 17 October 2006 - BMA has donated $10,000 to theRoyal Brisbane Hospital's burns unit where contactor Nigel James has been receiving treatment since he was severely injured while working at Broadmeadow mine in February.
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BMA supports new COAL21 fund for clean coal technologies
Friday 17 March 2006 - BMA has made a substantial commitment to a coal industry fund which will provide up to $300 million over the next five years for greenhouse gas abatement.
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BMA women scoop pool in new mining awards
Wednesday 8 March 2006 - Women working at BMA operations have won three of six achievement awards - including the major prize - presented at an International Women's Day function held inBrisbane on 8 March.
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