An industry free of fatalities, injuries and diseases
Strong partnerships with First Nations communities
Building and sustaining respectful workplaces
The Australian minerals industry underpins the nation’s prosperity
Latest Updates
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Submissions
2026 Feb 09
Unlock power of skilled migration to reverse mining’s talent crunch
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Media Release
2026 Jan 30
Campaign to scrap fuel tax credit an attack on regional Australia and jobs
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Submissions
2026 Jan 21
MCA Submission to the Fair Work Commission – Variation of modern awards to include delegates’ rights
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Media Release
2026 Jan 09
Business welcomes Government’s establishment of Royal Commission into antisemitism and social cohesion
Our Policies
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Energy and climate change
To achieve net zero emissions, Australia requires a stable policy framework enabling all low emissions technologies to participate in competitive decarbonisation of the economy.
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Economic Policy
Australian mining is a nation builder and global leader. It is Australia’s largest exporter, company tax payer and investor in infrastructure.
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Safety and health
The safety, health and psychological wellbeing of the mining workforce is the industry’s number one value and commitment.
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Sustainability
The Australian minerals industry is committed to responsible mining through continual improvement of environmental stewardship and social performance and by contributing to sustainable development.
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Trade and Investment
Trade, investment and economic co-operation maximise opportunities for Australia’s mining and minerals processing industry to boost national income, generate government revenue and create high value jobs.
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Workforce, innovation and skills
A highly skilled and technologically advanced future workforce will be required for the specialist mining occupations coming online.
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Workplace relations
Australia needs a modern and adaptable workplace system that attracts investment, drives sustainable wage growth, supports communities and contributes to national prosperity.
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17 out of 20 mining workers are permanently employed
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Acknowledgement of Country
The MCA acknowledges and pays its respects to past, present and future Traditional Custodians and Elders and the continuation of cultural, spiritual and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people should be aware that this website and linked publications may contain images or names of people who have since died.