Cathode Precursor Production Pilot Plant (C4P) – Stage 3
4th September 2026
Stage 3 of C4P furthered local pilot pCAM production capabilities, development of expertise, and identified WA specific industry opportunities.
News
MRIWA PhD Scholarships for 2027 are now open
3rd September 2026
Supporting innovative research that advances Western Australia’s minerals sector, the program offers five scholarships across priority areas including Critical Minerals, Net Zero Emissions Mining, Green Steel and Precision Mining.
MRIWA Scholarships 2027
1st September 2026
Applications are now open for MRIWA’s 2027 Scholarships Program, supporting future research leaders undertaking innovative minerals and mining-related research in Western Australia.
Prediction and Analysis of Electric Truck Performance through Data Visualisation and Machine Learning
17th August 2026
Development of a data visualisation platform to predict battery state of charge for electric haul trucks via machine learning.
MRIWA Supports Black Coffee Business Networking Event
1st July 2026
MRIWA’s involvement reflects our ongoing commitment to inclusive research ecosystems, reconciliation and supporting Indigenous economic participation in Western Australia.
Objective mapping of Yilgarn granites
26th June 2026
Machine learning is transforming geological mapping and mineral exploration across Western Australia’s Yilgarn Craton
Revealing exploration secrets in the Fraser Zone
26th June 2026
Recently-completed MRIWA project M0470A delivers new insights into the mineral endowment of the Fraser Zone, a highly prospective but complex exploration province in Western Australia.
Optimising mine planning through integrated algorithms for sustainable outcomes
26th June 2026
New optimisation framework improves value, efficiency, and sustainability in mine planning
Stationary Mine Electrification (FBI CRC No. 039) project
26th June 2026
New battery models and control strategies support renewable integration, reduced energy costs and a cleaner future for WA’s mining sector.
MRIWA Supports Black Coffee Business Networking Event
18th June 2026
MRIWA is proud to support the Indigenous-led Black Coffee Business Networking Event on 30 July 2026 at Mineral Resources Park, bringing together Aboriginal business owners, community leaders, and industry and research partners for meaningful connection.
FBI CRC Super Anode Project
17th June 2026
Australia’s Super Anode Project advanced high‑performance anode materials, boosting national battery capability and creating major value‑adding opportunities for Western Australia’s graphite sector.
Assessment, design and operation of battery-supported electric mining vehicles and machinery (FBI CRC No. 028)
17th June 2026
Electrifying mining fleets slashes emissions, cuts costs and unlocks safer, high‑performance operations—driving Australia’s next wave of mining competitiveness.