Whitehaven Coal has been announced as the successful bidder to buy the Blackwater and Daunia minesThe two mines are widely accepted as producing some of the world's best coking coal for steelmaking
Daunia is located south-east of Moranbah in the Bowen Basin and has only been operational since 2013. "Meanwhile, the permanently employed workforce can rest assured that their existing pay and conditions will be retained." The sale is still subject to the satisfaction of certain conditions, including competition and regulatory approvals.Get our local newsletter, delivered free each FridayHas your boss asked if you want to work this Easter? Employers on 'back foot' after court decision
Police officer feared her head would be repeatedly smashed by anti-vaccine protester during alleged assault, trial hears