How to recognise burnout (and what to do about it)
Four steps to reducing stress and potential burnout.
by Sarah Mitchell · Jun 08, 2021
Health and Fitness
Mining & fitness: Want more than the gym on site?
No gym on site? No problem! Let's take a look at how to stay fit without it.
by Stephanie O'Brien · Jul 17, 2019
How to eat a healthy diet as a mine worker
Working FIFO? Your health doesn't have to suffer. Here are five tips to keep your waistline down while onsite.
by Stephanie O'Brien · Jul 23, 2018
Why the recruitment sector needs to consider mental health issues in mining
A recent poll by Mining People International (MPi) revealed that mental health issues continue to plague staff working in the fly-in, fly-out (FIFO) mining sector, which pose some significant repercussions for the recruitment sector.
by Sarah Morgan · Jun 08, 2018
Are you sitting comfortably? Work's hidden danger
Sitting down all day at work is bad for your health. Here are some easy ways to get more activity in your day.
by Leah Fogliani · Mar 22, 2018
Poll results: How does mining treat mental health?
How does the mining industry treat mental health? We asked those who work in the industry. Here's what they said.
by Steve Heather · Nov 09, 2017
Poll: How does the mining industry handle mental health?
This month's MPi poll asks: How does the mining industry handle mental health?
by Dan Hatch · Oct 06, 2017
Is mining being let down?
The Western Australian Government's inquiry into the impact of FIFO work practices on mental health was tabled in Parliament on 18 June 2015. Has anything been done since then?
Depression and mining: What to do if you're depressed
Working in isolated regions can often take its toll on FIFO workers. Here's what to do if you're feeling depressed.
by Beverly Ligman · Jun 12, 2017
How big a problem is drug use in the mining industry?
How prevalent is illicit drug use in Australia's mining industry? We look at the research and find out.
by Dan Hatch · May 03, 2017
How does your work environment affect your lifestyle?
Support from family and friends is important when it comes to achieving goals. Here's how it can make a difference.
by Kylie Nunweek · Apr 26, 2017
What night shift does to your body (and can it make you fat?)
Night shift can have a negative impact on your health. Here's how you can reduce the effects.