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UNSW Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering We are a leading provider of world-class, industry-relevant mining and geostorage and geoenergy engineering education and research.

Congratulations to the AusIMM Sydney Student Chapter on an outstanding performance at the AusIMM New Leaders Summit and ...
15/10/2026

Congratulations to the AusIMM Sydney Student Chapter on an outstanding performance at the AusIMM New Leaders Summit and APAC Mining Games 2026 in Brisbane.

The Summit provided an excellent opportunity for students to connect with industry leaders and peers while exploring the theme "Future Focused, Future Ready."

We are proud of the chapter's achievements at the APAC Mining Games and their exceptional results:

🏆 Women's Team – First Place Overall • 1st: Hand Mucking, Airleg, Blast Face, Survey
• 2nd: Rock ID, Risk Assessment, Trackset, Swede Saw
🥇 Men's Team • 1st: Blast Face, Survey
• 3rd: Rock ID
🤝 Mixed Team (UNSW, UOW, WA and UQ) • 1st: Risk Assessment
• 2nd: Airleg

These results reflect the dedication, technical capability, teamwork, and commitment to safety demonstrated by our students.

Well done to everyone involved, and thank you to AusIMM, the University of Queensland, and the event organisers for creating such a valuable experience for emerging industry leaders.

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Huge congratulations to Team Fission Chips, who has achieved first place in the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA...
07/09/2026

Huge congratulations to Team Fission Chips, who has achieved first place in the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)'s 2026 Global Virtual Student Challenge! 👏

🚀 UNSW Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering students Adam Menezes and A***n Khayri Ferdiansyah, who, together with teammates from the University of Tasmania and Marquette University (USA), were selected as one of just five finalist teams worldwide.

Competing as Team Fission Chips, the students were challenged to design a future-facing uranium mine using the Minecraft Education platform. Their project explored emerging technologies and innovative approaches to mining, with a strong focus on safety, sustainability, and the future of the nuclear fuel supply chain as part of the International Atomic Energy Agency's global student challenge.

🏆Team Fission Chips will now present at the International Conference on Fuel Supply Chain for Sustainable Nuclear Power Development at IAEA Headquarters this October in Vienna.

We are proud to see UNSW students contributing innovative ideas and helping shape the future of mining, energy, and sustainability.

Congratulations to CEREN KARATAŞ BATAN, PhD candidate at the UNSW Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, on receivin...
04/08/2026

Congratulations to CEREN KARATAŞ BATAN, PhD candidate at the UNSW Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering, on receiving the prestigious Michael Karmis PhD Award at the Society of Mining Professors / Societät der Bergbaukunde (SOMP) 2026 Annual General Meeting, hosted by Virginia Tech. 👏

This international award recognises outstanding PhD research in mining engineering and reflects Ceren's dedication, perseverance, and commitment to advancing the field through high-quality, impactful research.

Ceren's PhD research is being undertaken through a CRC-P project in collaboration with our industry partner JENNMAR Australia, focusing on addressing ground support challenges in mining. Her achievement demonstrates the power of industry–university collaboration in delivering innovative research with real-world impact and highlights the value of partnerships that combine academic excellence with industry expertise.

Congratulations also to Ceren's supervisory team: Serkan Saydam, Joung Oh, Chengguo Zhang, and Peter Craig, whose guidance has contributed to this outstanding achievement.

21/07/2026

Congratulations to UNSW Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering 4th year student Keisha Sealy on being awarded the 2026 Sir Frank Espie/Rio Tinto Leadership Award presented by AusIMM. 👏

Keisha joins a distinguished group of emerging leaders who are helping to shape a sustainable, innovative, and inclusive future for the minerals sector.

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Thank you to Mount Thorley Warkworth mine, for hosting UNSW Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering second year mining...
20/07/2026

Thank you to Mount Thorley Warkworth mine, for hosting UNSW Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering second year mining students for a mine site visit.

The team’s enthusiasm, and willingness to share their experiences made both visits a tremendous success. The students thoroughly enjoyed their day and gained valuable insights into the industry.

We greatly appreciate your support and commitment to developing the next generation of mining professionals. 👏

UNSW School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering invites you to the 28th Kenneth Finlay Memorial Lecture. This y...
07/07/2026

UNSW School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering invites you to the 28th Kenneth Finlay Memorial Lecture.

This year marks a significant milestone: 30 years of the Chair of Rock Mechanics at UNSW, and 50 years since Ken Finlay's pioneering initiatives in Australian mine safety.

Join us for the 28th Kenneth Finlay Memorial Lecture, where Emeritus Professor Jim Galvin will reflect on five decades of progress in Australia’s mine safety and health performance, and what the future of the industry demands.

🗓 Wednesday 29th July 2026
🕕 6:00–8:30 PM (registrations from 5:30 PM)
📍 Tyree Room, John Niland Scientia Building, UNSW Sydney
🥂 Followed by networking, drinks, and canapés

Don’t miss this chance to hear from Emeritus Professor Galvin who has spent five decades at the intersection of mine safety, research, and industry leadership.

Register now: https://lnkd.in/giFWvWXh

The future of engineering is being shaped right now, by people worth celebrating 🙌Join us for the 2026 UNSW Women in Eng...
10/06/2026

The future of engineering is being shaped right now, by people worth celebrating 🙌

Join us for the 2026 UNSW Women in Engineering Awards, an evening celebrating the women, non-binary, and gender-diverse individuals leading, innovating, and inspiring across the profession.

With Dr. Marlene Kanga AO, Chair of Rux Energy and Non-Executive Director of Endeavour Energy, ARTC, and Standards Australia, as our keynote speaker. Marlene will share insights from her leadership journey and her vision for a more inclusive future for engineering.

📅 Monday 6th July, 6:00pm-8:30pm
📍 Ilumina, Sydney
🎟️ https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/2026-unsw-women-in-engineering-awards-tickets-1990830348163?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

Thinking about a future in Mining Engineering, Petroleum and Geoenergy & Geostorage Engineering?Join us for the UNSW Eng...
06/05/2026

Thinking about a future in Mining Engineering, Petroleum and Geoenergy & Geostorage Engineering?

Join us for the UNSW Engineering Information Evening 2026 and discover where a degree in engineering can take you.

From building sustainable mining operations to tackling global energy challenges and driving the transition to net zero, engineering is at the heart of shaping our future, and it starts here at UNSW.

Hear directly from current students, academics and advisors about:

- What it’s like to study engineering at UNSW
- Entry pathways and program options
- Student life, opportunities and career outcomes
- Insights into emerging fields and industry trends

Whether you're curious about Mining Engineering, Petroleum and Geoenergy & Geostorage Engineering, or the future of resources, this is your chance to explore your options and ask questions.

📅 Wednesday 13 May
⏰ 6–7 PM (AEST)
💻 Online

Register now: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/unsw-engineering-information-evening-2026-tickets-1312420488009?aff=UNSWSocials

Last week, our School proudly hosted the 2026 Annual School Awards at the Roundhouse, UNSW, in partnership with AusIMM—b...
21/04/2026

Last week, our School proudly hosted the 2026 Annual School Awards at the Roundhouse, UNSW, in partnership with AusIMM—bringing together students, staff, and industry leaders from across the resources sector.

The evening celebrated outstanding achievement across all stages of our Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) programs. We extend our sincere congratulations to all 2025 prize recipients, your accomplishments reflect not only academic excellence, but the future strength and leadership of the resources and energy industry.

We also thank our panel speakers, Chris Corcoran (TOMRA Mining), Katherine Courtney, Leonard Rowe and Sam Davis for sharing their insights and experiences, providing valuable guidance and inspiration to our students.

A special thank you to Jon Robbeson, Chair of the AusIMM Sydney Branch, for his support.

We gratefully acknowledge all prize donors and partners: AusIMM, WIMnet NSW, the New South Wales Minerals Council, Behre Dolbear, Mitsubishi, Charles Warman, David Phillips, Jim Galvin, Bruce Hebblewhite and Stan Sawyer. Your generous support plays a vital role in recognising and encouraging excellence in our students.

We are saddened to share the passing of Dr Chris Daly, a valued alumnus, former staff member, and Presiding Member of ....
16/04/2026

We are saddened to share the passing of Dr Chris Daly, a valued alumnus, former staff member, and Presiding Member of .

Dr Daly was a respected member of the School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering community and a generous mentor to many. His contribution to the School and the impact he had on colleagues and students will be remembered.

Our thoughts are with his wife Christine, and with all who knew him.

He will be greatly missed.

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