2012 saw the WA Mining Club celebrate its 40th anniversary.
In 2012, membership reached a new high of over 800, a dramatic increase from 200 in the 1980s and 90s.
Over the decades, the WA Mining Club has built a reputation as one of the most effective networking organisations in Perth and regularly sees over 400 members at its monthly luncheons.
40TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS
To celebrate the clubs 40th anniversary, the WA Mining Club organised 14 member events to commemorate this milestone.
The events held included:
8 luncheons
The President’s Cup Golf Day
The Charity Golf Day
The Annual Gala Ball
St Barbara’s Day celebrations
The Scholarship Awards Dinner
The Annual General Meeting
Highlights of the accomplishments the WA Mining Club has achieved in its 40 year history included:
To commemorate the 40th Anniversary, a souvenir publication titled Celebrating 40 Years was delivered to WA Mining Club members and others in the mining industry. This special print featured a collection of short stories, quotes, anecdotes and articles reflecting on the WA Mining Club’s history.
View Celebrating 40 Years below:
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.