Mining’s best and brightest will be celebrated when the Australian Mining Prospect Awards are presented in Adelaide on September 24.
Coinciding with the Asia Pacific’s International Mining Exhibition (AIMEX), the Prospect Awards represent the most prestigious recognition of the mining and minerals processing industry within Australia. And this highlight of the industry’s events calendar has a gala show to match.
The Prospect Awards, taking place at Adelaide Oval, will see comedian and radio personality Anthony “Lehmo” Lehmann back as the official Master of Ceremonies.
He’ll bring his trademark charm, energy, and professionalism to the evening, as the winners across each of the 12 diverse award categories are unveiled. The finalists will be announced publicly before the award ceremony, but the winners are only revealed on the night, making for some surprises throughout.
Once the formalities are complete, celebrations will continue into the night with a live performance from the high-energy Baker Boys Band.
Whether you’re celebrating with your team, supporting a nominee, or simply looking to experience the energy and excellence of the Australian mining industry at its best, the 2025 Prospect Awards is an event not to be missed. Tickets are on sale now, and with limited capacity, early bookings are strongly encouraged.
The best across 12 categories
Mining has long been a part of Australia’s landscape, playing a major part in the country’s economic development over the years. As the sector has evolved, the Prospect Awards have been the only national program to consistently celebrate its achievements.
Prime Creative Media marketing manager – mining events Rebecca Todesco said the awards represent an important vehicle to showcase the best of the industry.
“It’s an annual chance to stop, take a look at what the industry is doing, and reward those who are excelling and going above and beyond,” she said.
The 12 categories have been carefully curated to highlight the breadth of mining across Australia, and the diverse metrics used to evaluate success.
Together, they shine a light on outstanding achievements, innovation, and leadership from Australia’s mining industry over the past year.
Prospect Awards categories include the award for First Nations Engagement, proudly sponsored by Sandvik; Excellence in IIoT Application, proudly sponsored by ifm; Outstanding Mine Performance, proudly sponsored by Bonfiglioli; and the Engineering Success of the Year award.
Then there’s the Australian Mine of the Year award, proudly sponsored by SEW-EURODRIVE. This category is not open for direct nominations. Instead, the winner will be selected from the mines nominated across the 11 other categories.
Hancock Iron Ore won the prized trophy in 2024 through its Roy Hill mine – one of Australia’s largest iron ore mines. Located 1200km north of Perth in Western Australia’s Pilbara region, Roy Hill employs more than 3000 people across its three operations.
Hancock Iron Ore also won the Excellence in Mine Safety, Occupational Health and Safety award last year, with its “Safer Summer” campaign recognised.
