The AMHA welcomes relevant News Items related to mining history from members and others interested in mining history. Items can be added to the Website or the quarterly Newsletter sent to members.
Please send items to the Newsletter Editor at janice.wegner@jcu.edu.au
THE LATEST VOLUME OF
THE JOURNAL OF AUSTRALASIAN MINING HISTORY
IS AVAILABLE FOR MEMBERS
Digital versions of the Journals for the past 5 years are available to members via the MEMBERS page.
The Print version of the current Journal will also be shipped to paid up members.
LATEST NEWSLETTER
June 2025
The June AMHA Newsletter (and combined message from the President) is now available to the Members by logging on via the Members page. Members should also have received a copy by email from Geoff Hudson, the President.
ANNUAL CONFERENCE
The 2025 Australasian Mining History Association Conference was held in BROKEN HILL, NEW SOUTH WALES.
The six day Conference commenced with a City Council reception on the 31st August. After three days of presentations in the Civic Centre alterated with two days touring local mine sites, it concluded with an optional walking tour around the city on the 6th September.
The next Australasian Mining History Conference will be held in Smythesdale, near Ballarat, Victoria, at the end of September 2026.
BACK ISSUES of the Journal of Australasian Mining History
The AMHA has a large number of hard copy, back issues of JAMH for sale to both Members and the public.
Any two volumes for $25 including postage.
Any five volumes for $40 including postage. While stocks last! (Vol 1 no longer available) Prices in AUD$ overseas buyers should contact Wendy Carter for postage and packing rates.
Review available Journals and place orders HERE
RECORDED ZOOM PRESENTATIONS
A number of recent Zoom Presentations have been recorded and can be watched on YouTube. See the For Members page under Online Presentations for the links.
HISTORY OF THE AMHA – THE FIRST 25 YEARS
The 25 Year History of the AMHA is now up on the For Members page of the website.
MARKETING VOLUNTEER
The AMHA is seeking a volunteer to assist with a marketing campaign to promote the activities of the Association and attract new members. Please contact the Secretary (Geoff Anderson) or the President (Geoff Hudson) if you are interested in helping out with this important initiative.
JOBS AND POSITIONS AVAILABLE
We are also still seeking a volunteer from our members to join the Web Administration Group. A great chance to assist the AMHA and learn some new skills.
MINING HISTORY RESEARCH RESOURCES
A compilation of online resources to assist Members in their mining history research has recently been added to the website on the For Members tab (under Membership).