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Yes. Iron ore is one of Australia's top mining exports.

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How is iron ore mined?

In Australia it is mined from open cut mines by huge earthmoving machines


How does Australia get its iron?

Iron ore is mined in Australia. Some of the largest iron ore deposits in the world are mind in Western Austalia, in the Pilbara region.


Which mineral is mined at Mount Newman in WA?

Iron ore is mined at Mt Newman, Western Australia. It is an open cast iron ore mine.


How is iron mined?

Iron ore is mined in many places around the world. South America, Australia, and Asia have some of the largest iron ore mines.


What are three towns in Australia where iron ore was mined?

Iron ore is not generally mined within towns, as most mines are located some distance from settled areas. The town of Mount Tom Price in Western Australia is known for its iron ore mined within 5km of the town. Some other regions where iron ore is mined in Australia include:Mount Newman in Westwrn Australia, which is within 20km of the town of NewmanYarrie mine in the Pilbara Region of Western Australia, where the nearest town is Marble Bar, about 90 km awayIron Duke and Iron Duchess mines in South Australia, about 49 km from the city of WhyallaKoolyanobbing, which is near the Western Australia town of Southern Cross


Is uranium mined in Australia?

Yes, uranium is mined in Australia it is mined in South Australia


Where in south Africa is iron mined?

where and how iron is mined


Is iron mined or manfactured?

Iron ore is mined.


Where is iron mined in Australia?

1) Broken Hill Ore Deposit 2) Wilgie Mia


What are Australia's minerals?

the most common mineral mined in Australia is Quartz.They also mine for Gold, Coal,Iron ore,Nickel,and Diamonds.


Where is Hematite mined in Australia?

Haematite is mined in Western australia, Hamersley province.


Why is iron mined?

it is mined so that people can make steel