Where the resources industry comes together.
A not-for-profit forum connecting the people shaping the global resources sector, through landmark luncheons and the Cutting Edge Series.
2001
Bringing the industry together since
$940k+
Donated to education foundations
11/yr
Luncheons & Cutting Edge events yearly
25
Foundation Members
What's on
Coming events
Six bi-monthly luncheons and five Cutting Edge Series events each year, hosted at Melbourne Town Hall and across the city.
Plan ahead
2026 calendar & ticket release dates
Save the dates. Ticket release dates are confirmed below so members and guests can plan tables in advance.
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15 Sep 2026Tickets on sale
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07 Oct 2026Tickets on sale
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05 Nov 2026Coming soon
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01 Dec 2026Coming soon
Members at a luncheon
About the club
A forum for the most important conversations in resources
The Melbourne Mining Club is a not-for-profit joint venture between the Minerals Council of Australia and AusIMM, run by a volunteer steering committee. Since 2001 we've hosted the leaders of the world's great resource companies, and championed the next generation, donating more than $940,000 to education foundations.
Unparalleled networking
Senior leaders, investors, advisers and students at one table.
Industry-defining speakers
CEOs and chairs of the companies moving the sector.
Our supporters
Partners & sponsors
The club is made possible by the generous support of our principal sponsors, founding partners and foundation members.
Principal Sponsors
Founding Partners
Government Partner
Future of Mining Student Sponsor
Foundation Member
News & media
All news
From the club & the headlines
Event wrap-ups, media coverage of our speakers, and highlights from across the sector.
News
· 19 May 2025
Victorian Women in Resources Awards 2025
The Victorian Women in Resources Awards recognise and promote diversity across Victoria’s minerals industry. The awards recognise professional success, leadership, and advocacy of women working in the Victorian resources sector. The awards aim to provide a platform for women to be role models and encourage more women into the mining industry. Winners of the 2025 Victorian awards are: Exceptional Woman in Resources – Georgia Denisenko, Just Outcomes. Exceptional Young Woman in Resources – Ashleigh Mostert, Stawell Gold Mines. Outstanding Trade Operator or Technician – Jessica Mitrovic, Agnico Eagle Fosterville Gold Mine. Gender Diversity Champion – Dona Carter, Titeline Drilling. Technological Innovation Award – Malgorzata Sikora, Data Science Lead, Newmont Corporation. The 2025 Victorian Awards are sponsored by Agnico Eagle, Stawell Gold Mines, WIM Resource, Southern Cross Gold, VHM Ltd and the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action. Award categories Exceptional Woman in Resources This award recognises the exceptional achievements of women in the Victorian resources sector, in any occupation. It recognises professional success and leadership skills, resilience, methods of overcoming barriers and seeking out and accepting new responsibilities and challenges. This work may include a commitment to community engagement and development, contributing to inclusion and diversity within the sector and sustainability initiatives. Exceptional Young Woman in Resources This category is open to women under 30 who have shown promise and achieved significant milestones in their careers to date. Outstanding Australian Trade Operator or Technician This award recognises the achievement of women currently working in trade, operational or technician roles in Victoria’s resources industry. The award recognises achievement in breaking new ground for women in non-traditional careers as well as resilience, achievement of goals and support for gender diversity. Gender Diversity Champion Award This category recognises an individual – male or female – for their excellence in the encouragement, promotion and advocacy for the attraction, inclusion, retention and promotion of women within their company and/or the Victorian resources sector. Diversity Program Award This award recognises a resources company/subsidiary for excellence and innovation in inclusion and diversity programs to create a more diverse workplace in the Victorian resources sector. Companies who have achieved increases in the proportion of women in non-traditional roles, such as senior management, engineering, sciences, operators and trades will be highly regarded. To be eligible, the company must have a presence in Victoria and be a member of the MCA. Technological Innovation Award This award recognises the achievements woman women who are using and promoting technological innovation in mining. It also recognises innovative solutions developed in the Australian resources industry.
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News
· 10 Feb 2025
Victorian Women in Resources Awards 2025
Victorian Women in Resources Awards 2025 Applications and nominations are now open for the 2025 Victorian Women in Resources Awards. The Victorian Women in Resources Awards recognise and promote diversity across Victoria’s minerals industry. Applications are open to employees of companies or organisations working across the Victorian minerals industry, including mine equipment, technology and services and energy. There are six categories for individuals and companies, including Exceptional Woman in Resources, Exceptional Young Woman in Resources, Outstanding Australian Trade Operator or Technician, Gender Diversity Champion Award, Diversity Program Award and Technological Innovation Award. Winners in each category are elevated to finalists in the National Women in Resources Awards. Information on the awards and nominations forms are on the website: https://minerals.org.au/about/mca-vic/victorian-women-in-resources-awards/
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News
· 18 Jul 2024
Victorian Women in Resources Awards 2024
The Minerals Council of Australia (Victorian Division) is proud to announce the winners of the 2024 Victorian Women in Resources Awards. The Victorian Women in Resources Awards recognise and promote diversity across Victoria’s minerals industry. The awards are open to employees of companies or organisations working across the Victorian minerals industry, including mine equipment, technology and services and energy. They recognise the professional success, leadership, and advocacy of women working in the Victorian resources sector. Congratulations to: Exceptional Young Woman in Resources - Shannon Brown (GSV) Exceptional Woman in Resources - Fiona Czuczman (S2 Resources) Outstanding Tradeswoman/Operator Technician- Alina Miller (Deepcore) Inclusion and Gender Diversity Champion- Felicity Davy (Agnico Eagle) The winner in each category becomes a finalist in the National Women in Resources Awards, held in September in Canberra during Minerals Week. At the awards night held in Ballarat in late June, each winner participated in a panel discussion about their entry into the sector, people and environments that had a positive impact on them and the subsequent opportunities they themselves have had to be a positive influence in the resources sector. Pictured from left to right: Laura Chibnall (judge), Fiona Czuczman, Shannon Brown, James Sorahan (Executive Director, MCA Victorian Division), Alina Tyler, Felicity Davy, Karissa Cameron (judge)
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