21 February 2006: The Hunter is building on its proud mining history to become an energy Silicon Valley for Australia with world-leading research in both carbon and renewable technologies and export grade mining technologies. More.

17 February 2006: The NSW Parliament has released a comprehensive background paper on the science of climate change. More.

15 February 2006: Queensland scientist, Dr Kelly Thambimuthu, has joined an elite group of technical experts being consulted on the design of the US FutureGen project, a world first US$1billion zero emissions coal-fired power station. More.

07 February 2006: A focus on environmental management by Illawarra Coal mines has helped the New South Wales producer earn an upgrade to ISO 14001:2004, which recognises the compliance of its environmental management systems with international standards. More.

01 February 2006: The NSWMC, in association with NSW Health, has produced a Dust Fact Sheet for local mining communities. More.