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Hon Chairman: Mr David Brunt david.brunt@uel.com.au Hon Secretary: Serge Capylgin Caplygin.Serge@saugov.sa.gov.au
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The AusIMM S.A. Newsletter
Newsletter of The Adelaide Branch
Contents
Chair’s Column Technical and Social Report Adelaide Branch support for Students New Leaders Conference & Mining Games Women’s Auxiliary Report Events and Conferences Technical and Social Program 2009 Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6
No. 5/2009 – June
AusIMM Adelaide Branch Technical Meeting July 2009
Thursday 16th July 12:00 Noon
The Historian Hotel
Coromandel Street (Between Grenfell St and Pirie St)
Chair’s Column
The May lunchtime meeting at the Historian Hotel was again well attended and we look forward to your continuing attendance at these industry meetings with interesting and informative speakers. Our active technical program continues in July after a break in June. The next technical function is to be held on the 14th July at the Historian Hotel and the topic “Eyre Peninsula and Wilgerup update”. Also in July, the Adelaide Branch Annual Dinner will be at The Pavilion, south parklands on Friday 31st July and I encourage all members to come along and enjoy this annual get together. The dinner also serves as a venue and time for issuing a number of awards. Further details are in this newsletter. The inaugural AusIMM Adelaide Branch–Playford Memorial Trust scholarship for 2009 was awarded at a ceremony at Parliament House on 12th May 2009 to David Haddow an Honours Geology student. The function was well attended by many eminent ex politicians and some current MPs.This is a first for the Adelaide Branch and we are hopeful that the cooperative arrangement with the Playford Memorial Trust will continue.
“Good Guys Eventually Win” Speaker: Gerard Anderson Managing Director – Centrex Metals
Gerard will speak about the challenges faced by Centrex in developing the Eyre Peninsula’s iron ore potential. He is a geologist with 34 years experience in exploration and mine geology and resource estimation and has been Managing Director of Centrex Metals Limited since April 2006. Cost: $15 by cash or cheque only on the day. Drinks can be purchased at the bar.
New Menu: Beef Burger, Chicken Schnitzel,
Vegetarian Lasagne, Thai Chicken Curry Bookings via Kim Sabine, Australian Zircon 08 8410 8884, ksabine@auzircon.com.au An eminent, topical and entertaining speaker has been confirmed for the 2009 Essington–Lewis memorial lecture in November, which this year will be held at Uni SA City West Campus. (More on this event in the newsletter and again closer to the event).
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Three Committee representatives, including a student representative attended this year’s AusIMM Congress held in Mt Isa, Queensland in late May. We were able to give an update on the Adelaide Branch activities which included the technical and social program, technical conferences and lectures, the initiatives regarding student support such as scholarships and funding for conferences as well as the co-operative technical program with other Adelaide industry and professional organisations. The Congress was well attended and addressed some key organisational and strategic issues. The success of our lunchtime meetings was also presented as a case study to Congress. The half day update seminar on the JORC Code planned for early May was postponed to a yet to be determined later date. We will advise as soon as details are available. I am presently attending the 2009 AusIMM Uranium Conference in Darwin. The organising committee has determined that the 2010 conference will be held in Adelaide in the month of June. This event will be a welcome addition to the active conference program supported by the Adelaide Branch, which includes the upcoming Tenth Mill Operators’ Conference 2009 to be held in October 2009, in Adelaide. Finally, if you have any comments or suggestions about the activities of the Adelaide Branch, I would urge you to pass them on to myself or other committee members. David Brunt - Branch Chair
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(which eliminates the need for crushing in Whyalla), a new export facility at Whyalla for hematite ore export and dust control and the construction of transhipping facilities to provide for off-shore loading of Cape sized vessels; including two transfer vessels and a floating offshore terminal vessel. There have been environmental benefits in terms of dust reduction and scrapping of old plant infrastructure. The life of the steelworks has been extended from approximately 2015 to at least 2027 On behalf of the AusIMM Adelaide Branch I wish to extend another thanks to Mike for his presentation. July Technical Meeting The next in our popular lunchtime series will be Gerard Anderson, Managing Director of Centrex Metals on Thursday 16th July at the Historian. Gerard will speak about his company’s activities in the Eyre Peninsula and the Wilgerup project in particular with a talk titled “Good Guys Eventually Win”. Please contact Kim Sabine, Australian Zircon 08 8410 8884, ksabine@auzircon.com.au to secure your booking as early as possible and select your meal. See attached flier. It would be of great assistance to the staff at the Historian if attendees could double check that the correct meal selection has been noted down for them when they pay at the door upon arrival. Thanks for your cooperation in this regard. Essington Lewis Lecture I am delighted to confirm that Professor Ian Plimer has been confirmed as our illustrious speaker for this year’s 35th Annual Essington-Lewis lecture. This year it will be held at the University of Adelaide Campus on Thursday 19th November. See attached flier for more details and remember to register early. Annual Dinner The speaker for our very popular mid-year Annual Dinner on the 31st July at the Adelaide Pavilion has been confirmed and we are taking bookings for this event now. Dr Martin Deveney will entertain us with stories about his adventures in biosecurity and sustainability which took place during his time travelling as a marine biologist with SARDI. See the attached flyer for more details and be sure to get in early with your bookings for this one. Forthcoming Events Upcoming speakers include Greg Hall from Toro energy and Mick Wilkes from OZ Minerals at our lunchtime functions later in the year. There will also be a Joint function with The GSA (Geological Society) on the 23rd July – more details to follow on this one.
Technical and Social Report
May Technical Meeting On Thursday 14th May the Branch hosted yet another very successful sell-out lunchtime Technical Meeting at the Historian Hotel. Mike Bannear from Onesteel spoke about various operational aspects of Project Magnet and it’s impact on the Whyalla Steelworks . Mike joined OneSteel in 2003 as Technical Manager in the Ore Products Area (Pellet Plant and fixed plant SMR). He was closely involved throughout the design and implementation of Project Magnet and was Process Commissioning Manager of both the new concentrator and redesigned Pellet Plant. He currently works in the Business Sustainability group as Manager Technology Development. Mike gave us an overview of Project Magnet as a value-creating, long term project, that builds on OneSteel’s competitive advantage of owning both hematite and magnetite resources. Important successes of the project have been economic, social and environmental performance. Key project components have been a new 3 stage crushing system, the new magnetite concentrator
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In related programs, I would like to also draw your attention to the AusIMM Mill Operator’s Conference, which is to be held from the 12th to 14th October at the Hilton Hotel in Adelaide. Pre and post-conference tours to Prominent Hill and Olympic Dam will be taking place. A very exciting program of speakers is being finalised and Key Note addresses by Dr Paul Heithersay, Dr Robin Batterham and Peter Munro have been confirmed. Go to the AusIMM website for more details. Janine Herzig – Chair, Technical & Social Committee
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AusIMM Adelaide Branch ANNUAL DINNER
Friday 31st July 2009, 6:30 for 7:00 pm Come and share
‘‘Winter in the Park’’
Offering good food and warm cheer with friends and colleagues Venue: the Adelaide Pavilion, set in the majestic South Park Lands with views over the illuminated Veale Gardens. Guest Speaker: Dr Marty Deveney (SARDI)
Marty is a Marine Biologist with 12 years experience working primarily in the areas of biosecurity and risk analysis (and martini drinking!). He is assured to entertain with his speech entitled:
Adelaide Branch support for Students
Adelaide Branch this year has continued its support for students with subsidies for conference attendance and a new Scholarship at fourth year (Honours) level. In 2010 when the mining engineering course reaches fourth year, those students will also be eligible to apply. This Newsletter carries a report from Mandy Absalom, Chair of the Mawson Student Chapter, about the New Leaders Conference and the Student Games. The Branch subsidised attendance of the 26 Adelaide students who participated. Two students, Mandy Absalom (Chair of the Mawson Student Chapter) and Alex Buchanan (Vice Chair of the Chapter) have been awarded Education Endowment Fund scholarships. The Branch has awarded an Adelaide Branch AusIMM – Playford Trust scholarship to David Haddow, who is studying in the Honours year in the Department of Geology and Geophysics at Adelaide University. A formal presentation took place at Old Parliament House on May 12, and we will present scholarship certificates at a Branch function later in the year. We congratulate these three students and we wish them well in their studies and look forward to continuation of their involvement with the Branch. David Pollard
“Adventures in Biosecurity and Sustainability”
Details Adelaide Pavilion, Veale Gardens, South Parklands (access from South Terrace west of King William Rd) $55 includes: 3 course meal (drinks provided), an excellent speaker, door prizes and mystery prizes Students are half price BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL RSVP date Wednesday 22 July 2009 to Kim Sabine c/- Australian Zircon NL, Level 8, 22 King William St., Adelaide 5000 ksabine@auzircon.com.au or phone 08 8410 8884 Payment on the night, or by posted cheque - Please indicate your method of payment with RSVP * Please advise of any dietary needs with your RSVP
Adelaide University at the New Leaders Conference and Mining Games
The 2009 AusIMM New Leaders Conference was held in Brisbane on the 29th and 30th April. The conference theme ‘Mining our generation – The future of the mining industry’ included various speeches and presentations. There were three presentations on each topic, which on day one included Efficiency Improvement and Optimisation with a great talk on QA/QC practices, Career Pathways and Opportunities and Strategic Issues in Mining, which covered project finance and the future possibilities of remotely operated mines. The second day incorporated Innovation in Practices, Processes and Alternatives with discussions on bio-diesel fuel and crushing options, with the last and well-known topic; The Great
David Brunt presents the scholarship cheque to David Haddow at the Playford Trust presentations on 12 May
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Climate Change Dispute with an associated, structured debate to end the afternoon. The Mining Games followed the conference on the weekend with Adelaide University strongly represented with 26 mining engineer and geology students. A total of 31 national teams entered with two men’s and two mixed division teams from Adelaide. Each team rotated through the eight events, which included Rock ID, Specific Gravity, Air Leg Drilling, Mucking, Gold Panning, Rail Set, Swede Saw and Face Tie-In, over the two days. (Needless to say we had to ask for the objective and rules of some events). All the Adelaide teams performed admirably and hopefully this will be the beginning of a tradition as many of us plan to compete again in the 2010 International Mining Games to be held in Kalgoorlie. The week was an excellent experience. The opportunity to learn about new technology, insights and aspects of the mining industry at the conference was invaluable. The mining games encouraged teamwork and collaboration in completing events. The organised social occasions to meet industry professionals, recent graduates and build friendships were fantastic. On behalf of all the Adelaide AusIMM students, a huge thankyou has to be extended towards the Adelaide AusIMM Branch, who supported our interest through registration fees for the whole event; without their assistance our attendance would not have been possible. Thank you again. Mandy Absalom – President, AusIMM Mawson Student Chapter
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……and not so tough
Auxiliary Report
Our May function was an enjoyable lunch at the Holdfast Bay Bowling Club, hosted by Kath Robjohns. David Clarke, also known as the Singing Florist, entertained us with a few well chosen songs, while demonstrating how to create beautiful floral displays. The next function on 24th June will include a visit to Eamonn Vereker’s Glass Blowing Studio and Gallery in Norwood, followed by lunch at the Robin Hood Hotel. The beautiful awards commissioned for the Auxiliary’s 50th Anniversary last year were made by Eamonn Vereker. Anyone interested in attending should contact committee members as noted on the Invitation distributed with this newsletter (details also below). New members and guests are always welcome. Chris Lake, Auxiliary President Adelaide Women’s Auxiliary June 2009 Meeting
Glassblowing & Gallery Exhibition
Wednesday 24th June 10:15 am Eamon Vereker’s Glass Factory 85-87 Sydenham Road, Norwood Cost: $10, payable on the day Lunch (at own expense) at The Robin Hood Hotel, 315 Portrush Road, Norwood Adelaide University students doing it tough at the Mining Games…….. RSVP to Carolyn Ireland, 13 Woodland Close, Aldgate, SA 5174 (phone 8370 9207) by Wed 17 June Enquiries: Chris Lake 8333 1574 or Jo Lyne 8464 0021 As always, Friends are very welcome
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Events and Conferences
SA Explorer’s Conference
Hosted by the South Australian Branches of AIG, ASEG, AusIMM, GSA, SACOME and principal sponsor PIRSA Friday 27 November 2009 8.30 am to 5.30 pm with drinks to follow Hall C Adelaide Convention Centre, North Terrace Adelaide Keynote address by Paul Heithersay, summary by Dick Carter and updates on any new discoveries in 2009. Further details, including Registration, are included on a separate flyer distributed with this Newsletter ---------------------------------------------------
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commemorated by the annual presentation by the AusIMM Adelaide Branch of the Essington Lewis Memorial Lecture. A speaker influential in the Australian mining industry is invited to present national and international-level perspectives on a topical aspect of our industry. The Branch acknowledges the continuing and generous sponsorship provided by BHP Billiton towards this prestigious event. Please RSVP your intention to attend the lecture, free refreshments and meal afterwards (meal to be paid by attendees on the evening) by 6th November 09 to Kim Sabine, Australian Zircon 08 8410 8884, ksabine@auzircon.com.au Please note spaces for the meal are limited.
Advance notice for the 35th Annual Essington Lewis Memorial Lecture
A free, public lecture, followed by refreshments, proudly presented by the Adelaide Branch, Australasian Institute of Mining & Metallurgy Thursday 19th November 2009 at 6:00 pm University of South Australia City West Campus (Venue to be confirmed) Presented by:
Professor Ian Plimer
Professor of Mining Geology, University of Adelaide and author of “Heaven + Earth – Global Warming: The Missing Science” Professor Ian Plimer (School of Earth and Environmental Sciences, The University of Adelaide) is Australia’s best known Geologist. He has been awarded medals from the German Geological society, the Royal Society of New South Wales, and the AusIMM Ian was elected Fellow of the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering, Honorary Fellow of the Geological Society of London, humanist of the year in 1995 and was also awarded the centenary Medal. He sat on the Earth Sciences Committee of the Australian Research Council for many years. He is a regular radio and television broadcaster of science to the general public and has won the Eureka Prize for the promotion of science and other publications. As BHP’s Chief Executive 1921-1950; Chairman 1950-1952; and Deputy-Chairman 1952-1961, Essington Lewis was instrumental in the development of this iconic company. His role in coordinating Australian industry’s response to the demands of the Second World War effort is less widely recognised. The contribution of this unsung, great South Australian to our national development is
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Technical and Social Program
Details in bold are confirmed DATE
10 - 11 JUN
VENUE
Darwin Mawson Labs, Adelaide Uni
EVENT
AusIMM International Uranium Conference Exploration Under Cover Seminar Jul Technical meeting
TOPIC
Latest on the Uranium scene Applied research in exploration "Good Guys Eventually Win"
SPEAKER
Various Numerous, academic & industry Gerard Anderson - Centrex Metals
MORE DETAILS
www.ausimm.com.au University of Adelaide & associates Developing the Eyre Peninsula's Iron Ore potential An examination of international trade agreements from the perspective of a travelling marine biologist
23rd JULY
16th JULY 12:00 lunch
Historian Hotel
Fri 31st JULY 7:00pm
The Pavilion (South Parklands)
Branch Annual Dinner
"Adventures in Biosecurity and Sustainability"
Dr Martin Deveney - SARDI
Thurs 13 AUG 12:00 lunch Thu 17 SEP: 12:00 lunch
Historian Hotel
Aug Technical meeting Sep Technical meeting Mill Operator's Conference
Prominent Hill
Mick Wilkes – OZ Minerals Greg Hall – Toro Energy Key notes by Batterham, Heithersay and Munro TBC
Historian Hotel
Wiluna Project "The Boom – Experience Gained and Lessons Learnt"
12 - 14 Oct
Adelaide
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Thu 29 OCT: 6:00 - 9:00pm Thu 19 NOV: 6:00 - 8:00pm Fri 27 NOV 8:30 – 5:30pm
Adelaide Rowing Club University of South Australia
AusIMM Branch A.G.M. AusIMM ESSINGTON LEWIS LECTURE SA Explorers' Conference Joint AusIMM / GSA / AIG function
TBC
AGM followed by BBQ dinner - bookings essential Free public lecture followed by refreshments Annual event with drinks to follow
Education and the Mining Industry 26 presentations on IPOs, Exploration, Feasibilities, Projects & Operations in S.A.
Professor Ian Plimer Various including Paul Heithersay and Derek Carter
Adelaide Convention Centre
Fri 26 Jun Fri 24 July Fri 21 Aug Fri 25 Sep Fri 30 Oct Thurs 26 Nov Thurs 3 DEC
Convention Centre Convention Centre Convention Centre Convention Centre Convention Centre TBA TBA
SACOME luncheon SACOME luncheon SACOME luncheon SACOME luncheon SACOME luncheon SACOME GALA EVENT St Barbara's Day Celebration BBQ
Olympic Dam Women in Industry Outlook SA Economy Climate Change Outlook for 2010 30th Anniversary Celebrations N/A
Dean Dalla-Valle Various Michael Workman - CBA Andrew Peterson - PWC Paul Heithersay Various N/a www.ausimm.com.au Annual SACOME event