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Gina Rinehart’s Hancock has become Warrego’s controlling shareholder, effectively ending a months-long battle with Strike Energy for control of the company. “Now that Hancock has become Warrego’s controlling shareholder, and Strike has confirmed its scrip offer is its “best and final” offer, Hancock expects Strike’s and Warrego’s share prices to continue to fall below 36c and will likely further decline significantly once Hancock’s offer closes .”Hancock said its officer was automatically extended and will remain open for acceptance until 7pm AEDT on February 24.

Australia’s richest person, Gina Rinehart, has further expanded her empire with the acquisition of a 14-storey office building in Queensland. “A building refurbishment program is planned, which will reposition the building and ensure it is a highly attractive location for businesses and visitors,” her company Hancock Prospecting said in a statement. “The acquisition of this property by Hancock is a continuation of its investment in Queensland, where Hancock has extensive investments in energy via Senex, its joint venture with POSCO, along with extensive agricultural operations and a growing Brisbane office.”

3 February 2023.

At McPhee, the plan is to haul 10 million tonnes per annum to Roy Hill for processing. From there the ore will be transported to Port Hedland for shipping. Both Atlas Iron and Roy Hill are majority owned by Gina Rinehart’s Hancock Prospecting. CEO Group Projects at Hancock Prospecting Group Sanjiv Manchanda said the McPhee project was another step in the integrated Hancock Group development approach, focusing on the product strategy for the broader group. “Atlas will continue to engage local and Indigenous contractors and maintain a practical approach to operations,” he said.

I could not be prouder to work for this wonderful company and represent women in mining. 5 years working for the generous Mrs Rinehart at Roy Hill. I have gained so much personally and professionally. The best part is, I have only just scratched the surface.

Celebrating Australia and women, as we remain committed to developing opportunities for women across our operation.

How good was yesterday’s City of Light Show presented by Hancock Prospecting? 🌟An epic display of fireworks and drones lit up the sky above the Swan River last night to finish of the family fun at Langley Park.

26 January 2023.