Two workers seriously burnt at copper mine A Queensland copper mine has suspended operations and an investigation is under way after two men suffered serious burns from a steam vent. AAP · Apr 26, 2024
Mount Isa celebrates 100 years of mining history and outback life in north-west Queensland One of Australia's longest-running mining towns is turning 100. Here's how it grew to be among the largest of its outback cities. ABC News · Feb 22, 2023
Renowned Mount Isa Rodeo launches inaugural Indigenous Championships More than 80 men and women took to the red-dirt arena at the Mount Isa Rodeo for the inaugural Indigenous Championships, with organisers hoping the event will help foster careers for young people in the industry. ABC News · Aug 13, 2022
Australia's most polluted postcodes for 2022 revealed by Australian Conservation Foundation Air pollution kills 3,000 people every year, according to the Australian Conservation Foundation which has revealed the most polluted regions in the country. ABC News · May 16, 2022
Queensland's Mount Isa Mines faces $5m lawsuit over allegations lead poisoning caused teenager's brain damage The mother of a Queensland teenager with an intellectual disability is suing mining company Mount Isa Mines for $5 million in damages, alleging her daughter's brain damage is the result of lead poisoning caused by emissions from the mine. ABC News · May 9, 2022