There have been many major achievements throughout the WA Mining Club’s 44 year history, such as:
Year
Milestones
1972
Held the first WA Mining Club lunch. Incorporated the WA Mining Club. Established WA Mining Club Rules of Association and elected the first committee and president.
1981
Offered the WA Mining Club’s first University Prizes to one student at each of the four WA universities. The prizes were valued at $75 and were awarded as book prizes.
1992
Increased the value of the four University Prizes to $100, awarded as book prizes.
1994
Changed the four University Prizes to cash prizes, of $100 each.
1997
Increased the four University Prizes to a value of $400 each.
2003
Awarded the first WA Mining Club university scholarship to Trish Partyka (WA School of Mines)
2007
Introduced the annual WA Mining Club Raffle to contribute to the operation and capability of the Royal Flying Doctor Service.
2008
With the assistance of four co-sponsors, awarded four WA Mining Club university scholarships.
2011
With the assistance of four co-sponsors and one generous full sponsor, awarded five WA Mining Club university scholarships.
Increased the four University Prizes to a value of $500 each.
Held the inaugural Scholarship Awards Dinner – awarding scholarships and University Prizes to outstanding tertiary students.
2013
Introduced members-only sundowners at the state reception centre
WA Mining Club Young Professionals
The WA Mining Club Young Professionals aspires to drive diversification and innovation within the mining industry, through creation of a forum that supports development and retention of young professionals. We will establish a career-long network of individuals who are building their careers in mining.
Members of the WA Mining Club receive access to a broad range of industry speakers, who discuss technical, operational, legislative and regulatory matters, as well as sharing thoughts on the broader industry.
Our monthly luncheons are regularly attended by in excess of 300 members, all eager to listen, talk and share information about their experiences with their industry peers.
Being a member of the WA Mining Club provides the very best opportunity around to meet other industry professionals and discuss topical issues, challenges and innovations with others across the spectrum of the Western Australian mining industry.
