Mining

Australia is one of the world’s largest producers of natural resources. We are rich in resources such as coal, uranium, iron ore, nickel, bauxite, gold, lead, copper, zinc, mineral sands, and diamonds. We are also large producers of rare earths and critical minerals such as lithium. Mining supports other industries and sectors and employs hundreds of thousands of Australians. Standards improve efficiencies and increase international trade competitiveness and business performance.