FMG turns first sod on Eliwana

In a welcome announcement in WA, Fortesque Metals Group has announced the turning of the first sod on its Eliwana project. The $1.7Bn iron ore mine will require up to 1900 jobs during construction and 500 ongoing roles.

The mine development includes an ore processing facility and 143km of rail. Contracts worth up to $330m have already been awarded with another $500m expected by year end.

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