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'No value': smelter blast furnace snuffed out for good

Hundreds of workers will lose their jobs at a major Australian steelworks after a decision to pull the plug on a blast furnace built in the 1960s.

AAP · Sep 14

Buyers firm for Whyalla steelworks, island smelter

The shortlist to take over the ailing Whyalla steelworks has narrowed, while a buyer is entering exclusive talks to purchase Australia's only manganese smelter.

AAP · May 27

Embattled steelworks should become a green iron beacon

Australia should take advantage of its natural resources to lead the world in the green metals race, a report has found, with one facility an obvious choice.

AAP · Nov 16, 2025

Steelworks administrator reveals depth of financial woe

The owners of Whyalla's embattled steelworks owe more than $1.3 billion, administrators have told the first meeting of OneSteel creditors.

AAP · Mar 3, 2025

Nation grinds to a halt without steel, industry warns

Rescuing Whyalla's steelworks is essential to maintain sovereign steel capability - vital to the economy and national security, the industry peak body says.

AAP · Feb 20, 2025