In this episode, our Executive Consultant Ian Glacken and Reconcilor Product Owner and Principal Consultant Rayleen Hargreaves discuss the Draft JORC Code with a focus on Reconciliation.

This podcast episode at a glance:

00:05 Introduction and overview of Draft JORC Code
01:40 Stakeholders involved in the 2025 JORC Code
03:30 Definition of Reconciliation in the Draft JORC Code
04:30 Clarifications needed with Reconciliation terminology
05:45 Public consultation process and feedback
08:50 Historical vs. Production Reconciliation
15:30 Impact on Public Reporting Practices
16:40 Need for standardisation in Reconciliation Reporting
18:00 Importance of transparent terminology in Reporting
20:00 Potential for Global Reconciliation Standard
21:00 Addressing any ambiguities in the Draft JORC Code
24:00 Final thoughts and call for feedback

Join our experts as they explore the topic "Reconciliation Insights: Navigating the Draft JORC Code" in the episode 73 of the Fresh Thinking podcast.

If you'd like to connect with Ian and Rayleen, please reach out to them at contact@snowdenoptiro.com.

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In this episode, our General Manager of Snowden Optiro, Tarrant Elkington and Managing Consultant, Hamish Guthrie discuss the process of preparing open pit mining models and the challenges involved.

This podcast episode at a glance:

00:55 Definition of a Mining Model
01:15 Process of Creating a Mining Model
03:20 Importance of a Mining Model
04:45 Modifications in a Mining Model – dilution and ore loss
06:15 Ways to incorporate dilution and ore loss into a mining model
09:30 Choosing the Right Application Method
12:30 Added Fields and Properties
16:30 Model Efficiency Adjustments

Join our experts as they explore the topic of Open pit mine planning model preparation in the episode 73 of the Fresh Thinking podcast. If you'd like to connect with Tarrant and Hamish, please reach out to them at contact@snowdenoptiro.com.

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These podcasts are for those working in the mining industry. Snowden Optiro - Mining Advisory, Consulting and Professional Development.

In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, tune in as our Executive Consultant Ian Glacken, Executive Consultant and Principal Consultant Jan Graham explore the topic of Commodity Series: Nickel Sulfide.

This podcast episode at a glance:

00:05 Introduction
00:40 Experience with nickel sulfide deposits
01:30 Key types of nickel sulfide deposits
02:15 Estimation issues for structurally hosted deposits
04:40 Use of 2D modeling or seam modeling
07:20 Involvement with Nova Bollinger deposit
08:25 Estimation issues for disseminated mineralization
11:00 Geological models in nickel sulfide mines

Join our experts as they explore the topic of Nickel Sulfide Lithium in the episode 71 of the Fresh Thinking podcast.

If you'd like to connect with Ian and Jan, please reach out to them at contact@snowdenoptiro.com.

This podcast is also available as an audio podcast on @Libsyn, @Spotify, @Apple Podcasts, @Google Podcasts. These podcasts are for those working in the mining industry.

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In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, tune in as our Executive Consultant Ian Glacken and Johannesburg-based Principal Consultant Senzeni Mandava explore the topic of compliance, specifically the similarities and differences between Australian JORC Code and South African SAMREC Code.

This podcast episode at a glance:

00:05 Introduction
00:40 Brief comparison of SAMREC vs JORC and when they were updated
01:40 Explanation of a CPR
02:30 Mandatory items to be included in a CPR
03:50 Description of a Readers Panel
05:30 Overview of regulations in Australia
07:20 Comparison of Table 1 in SAMREC vs JORC
09:15 Differences in Table 1 Summary

Join our experts as they explore the topic of Compliance in the episode 70 of the Fresh Thinking podcast.

If you'd like to connect with Ian and Senzeni, please reach out to them at contact@snowdenoptiro.com.

This podcast episode is also available as an audio podcast on @Libsyn, @Spotify, @Apple Podcasts, @Google Podcasts.

These podcasts are for those working in the mining industry. Snowden Optiro - Mining Advisory, Consulting and Professional Development.

In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, tune in as our Executive Consultant Ian Glacken and Johannesburg-based Principal Consultant Senzeni Mandava share insights on industry trends in her local context, discuss ongoing projects, and explore African resource dynamics.

This podcast episode at a glance:

00:05 Introduction
01:00 Overview of Johannesburg office and key roles
02:20 Focus on Johannesburg Practice and daily operations
03:50 Initiatives for Professional Development
05:13 Insight into the Steelmaker’s Project and its unique aspects
09:30 Challenges encountered during site visits
11:30 Trends in Mineral Resources across Africa
14:10 Outlook on the South African Mining Industry for 2024
16:30 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) impacts on mines in Africa

Join our experts as they explore the topic of Exploring African Mining in the episode 69 of the Fresh Thinking podcast.

If you'd like to connect with Ian and Senzeni, please reach out to them at contact@snowdenoptiro.com.

This podcast is also available as an audio podcast on @Libsyn, @Spotify, @Apple Podcasts, @Google Podcasts. These podcasts are for those working in the mining industry.

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In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, tune is as our Executive Consultant Ian Glacken and Justine Tracey, Head of Advisory APAC discuss mineral resource estimation issues and intricates of gold deposits.

This podcast at a glance:

00:05 Introduction
01:10 Ian's Background and Experience with Gold
02:20 Justine's Experience with Gold Deposits
02:50 Key Issues in Estimating Gold Deposits
06:20 Estimating Disseminated Mineralisation in Intrusives
09:00 Challenges with Dual Commodity Mineralisation
10:25 Other Styles of Gold Mineralisation
12:00 Conclusion

Join our experts as they explore the topic of Gold Deposits in the episode 68 of the Fresh Thinking podcast.

If you'd like to connect with Ian and Justine, please reach out to them at contact@snowdenoptiro.com.

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These podcasts are for those working in the mining industry.

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In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, tune is as our Executive Consultants Ian Glacken and Craig Morley discuss the importance of value-based ore control, the evolving role of mining geologists, and the impact of AI and simulation in enhancing mining operations.

This podcast at a glance:

00:05 Introduction
00:55 Value-Based Ore Control
02:32 Geometallurgy and Its Importance
03:25 The Role of 21st-Century Mining Geologists
05:45 Simulation and Uncertainty in Mining
08:20 Future of Mining Geology and AI
10:30 Future Role of Resource Geologists and AI

Join our experts as they explore the topic of Mining geology and Ore Control in the episode 67 of the Fresh Thinking podcast.

If you'd like to connect with Ian and Craig, please reach out to them at contact@snowdenoptiro.com.

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These podcasts are for those working in the mining industry.

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In this episode of Fresh Thinking by Snowden Optiro, join us as our Principal Consultant Chris Jones and Allan Earl, Executive Consultant, exploring the topic of underground mine planning process.

This podcast at a glance:

00:05 Introduction
00:40 Recent Underground Projects
01:05 Underground Mine Planning and Design Process
01:50 Specifics for Scoping Studies
02:25 Mining Method Selection
03:40 Development Design Layout
04:30 Preliminary Stope Designs
05:10 Mining Schedule Setup
07:10 Schedule and Reporting
08:10 Conclusion and Future Topics

Join our experts as they explore the topic of Underground Mine Planning Process in the episode 66 of the Fresh Thinking podcast.

If you'd like to connect with Chris and Allan, please reach out to them at contact@snowdenoptiro.com.

This podcast is also available as an audio podcast on @Libsyn, @Spotify, @Apple Podcasts, @Google Podcasts.

These podcasts are for those working in the mining industry.

Snowden Optiro - Mining Advisory, Consulting and Professional Development.