Digging Deeper with @ The Coalface

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Digging Deeper with @ The Coalface, the podcast that shares the incredible stories of the talented and passionate people in our industry who not only shine on site but are doing incredible things in their local communities, on the national stage, and sometimes even making a global impact. We often interview people and would love to share the WHOLE story with you, so here it is. Digging Deeper with @ The Coalface, hosted by Jessica Rouse.

  1. Aug 10

    IMARC 2026: It's not just about the C-suite

    The International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) is returning to the ICC in Sydney this October 27-29. IMARC brings together not only the mining sector here in Australia, but a huge international contingent as well. This year it's not just about the C-suite coming along, everyone is being encouraged to get to IMARC, including engineers, operators, students and more. Sherene Asnasyous and Paul Phelan are IMARC's Event Directors, and they've been putting this event together for years. Sherene and Paul sit down with Jess to chat the industry, the event and why you should come along. https://imarcglobal.com/

    IMARC 2026: It's not just about the C-suite

  2. Aug 5

    HSEC LIVE: Psychosocial safety and your mental wellbeing

    We are LIVE at the NSW Mining HSEC Conference for another year… HSEC is where people from across the industry come together to share ideas, challenge thinking and learn from each other. It’s one of the few opportunities each year were operators, contractors, regulators and experts are in the same room with a common goal – making our workplaces safer and healthier. For this episode of Digging Deeper with @ The Coalface, we're talking about why mental wellbeing matters—not just outside of work, but on site as well. While we often think of safety in terms of physical hazards, one of the biggest conversations at this year's NSW Mining HSEC Conference is around psychosocial safety. As workplaces place greater focus on managing psychosocial hazards such as burnout, chronic stress and mental illness, it's increasingly recognised that how people are feeling can influence everything from safety and decision-making to teamwork and job satisfaction. Today, we'll explore why protecting workers' mental wellbeing has become such an important part of creating safer, healthier workplaces. Dr Jorian Kippax is going to bring the perspective from working on the front line with Ambulance Tasmania and being part of multiple rescue missions. Renata Roberts, Chief Corporate Services Officer with Bloomfield, will share her experience working in mining and developing wellbeing initiatives in the workplace and Craig Semple a former detective of 25 years will share some powerful insights drawn from his lived experience that he delivers in the mining industry.

    HSEC LIVE: Psychosocial safety and your mental wellbeing

  3. Jul 19

    DANIEL ROCKHOUSE: I refuse to let anything scare me underground

    Daniel Rockhouse was one of only two men to survive the fatal Pike River Mine disaster in New Zealand on November 19, 2010. He lost his brother and his crew. Daniel and Russell Smith were the only two to make it out alive that day, and to this day, their crew is still underground. The disaster and the months after the disaster have recently been played out in a film which delves into that fateful day and what happened afterwards. Jess sat down with Daniel, who detailed what happened on November 10, and how he is determined not to let anything scare him underground ever again.

    DANIEL ROCKHOUSE: I refuse to let anything scare me underground

  4. Jul 5

    KEN BAYLEY: Everyone needs an escape, fishing is mine

    Fishing has always been part of Ken Bayley's life, but it was during some of his toughest periods that he realised it was far more than just a hobby. Ken has worked in the mining industry for the last eight years after returning home from the military. Whatever job Ken as has had, or wherever he has lived, fishing has always remained a constant. Something he did to settle his mind and find peace in the craziness of the world. After years of fishing, one thing always stood out to Ken - people opened up when they were out on the water. It could be ten random people, but eventually everyone opens up and talks about what is happening in their lives. So, Ken has created 'Mental Fishing', a community built around fishing, the outdoors, and creating spaces where people feel comfortable connecting with others. Jess had a chat to Ken about his new venture on this episode of Digging Deeper with @ The Coalface!

    KEN BAYLEY: Everyone needs an escape, fishing is mine

  5. Jun 21

    NICK JORSS: Keep up the fight

    Nick Jorss is the founder of Coal Australia, founder of Stanmore Coal, former Executive Chairman of Bowen Coking Coal and Non Executive Director of Ballymore Resources among many other things including QLD Beer Co. Jess sits down with Nick to talk all things Coal Australia, coal, mining, activists, and beer. Enjoy this episode! Let us know what you think, leave a rating and review!

    NICK JORSS: Keep up the fight

  6. Jun 8

    CRAIG SEMPLE: The cop who fell to earth and into a career he could never have imagined

    Craig Semple was a career detective in the New South Wales Police Force for twenty-five years, investigating homicides, outlaw motorcycle gangs and hundreds of other serious crimes. Medically retired from law enforcement in 2013 due to psychological injuries, Craig is now a sought-after keynote speaker and mental health advocate. Craig is the founding director of Mentality Plus delivering mental health, wellbeing and resilience education to tens of thousands of people all over Australia and internationally. Craig has written two books, and thrives on sharing his story in the hope it has a tangible impact, even if it's just one person. A lot of Craig's keynote speaking and mental health programs take him out to mine sites across NSW and Queensland. Jess sat down with Craig to talk all about it, let us know what you think in the comments! More info on Craig's programs: https://mentalityplus.com.au/ You'll find Craig's books here: https://www.allenandunwin.com/browse/book/Craig-Semple-Cop-Who-Fell-to-Earth-9781760687939

    CRAIG SEMPLE: The cop who fell to earth and into a career he could never have imagined

  7. May 24

    SHARON BUSHBY: Opening doors you didn't know existed

    Sharon Bushby is the Policy Manager: Industry Skills and Education with NSW Mining. There are a few miners across the industry who would have come across Sharon during her six years at Zeal Futures, five in recruitment at Centennial, and now through the various outreach and school programs she's part of with NSW Mining. Jess sat down with Sharon to find out about all the programs and events NSW Mining is doing to encourage students to take up a trade or head to university to get their start in the mining industry. You can find out more about the NSW Mining Careers here: https://nswminingcareers.com.au/ You can contact the team here: https://nswminingcareers.com.au/contact/

    SHARON BUSHBY: Opening doors you didn't know existed

  8. May 10

    RAE O'BRIEN: Setting the standard, then breaking it

    You wouldn’t meet anyone more approachable and humble than Rae O’Brien. Starting out as a mining engineer, she has spent 30 years quietly lifting the sustainability standards of mine sites across NSW and Queensland, while breaking quite a few records along the way. Rae got engaged to a fellow mining engineer in the final year of her university degree, and they began their life together in Middlemount. Fast forward, and the pair have twin daughters, one of whom is now studying to be a mining engineer herself. Rae set the standard at every mine site she worked at, and then broke it each time, leaving mine sites in a better position every time. She was also the first woman in NSW to hold both first and second-class Mine Manager’s Certificates. Now the Group Executive, Australia East for Thiess, Rae sat down with Jess to talk about her incredible career. Let us know what you think in the comments!

    RAE O'BRIEN: Setting the standard, then breaking it
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Digging Deeper with @ The Coalface, the podcast that shares the incredible stories of the talented and passionate people in our industry who not only shine on site but are doing incredible things in their local communities, on the national stage, and sometimes even making a global impact. We often interview people and would love to share the WHOLE story with you, so here it is. Digging Deeper with @ The Coalface, hosted by Jessica Rouse.

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