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Digging Deeper with @ The Coalface

Jessica Rouse
Mining
Coal
Mining Industry
Mental Health
Coal Australia
Life Coaching
Coal Preparation Industry
BHP
Mt Arthur Coal
Critical Minerals
Westpac Rescue Helicopter
Australia
NSW Mining
Night Work Nutrition
CAP Rescue
Coal SGS Certification
Truflo Pumps
Australia Energy Policy
New South Wales Police Force
Newcastle, Australia

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.

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Daniel Rockhouse was one of only two men to survive the fatal Pike River Mine disaster in New Zealand on November 10, 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... more

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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 milita... more

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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 a... more

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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 ... more

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Nick Jorss
Founder of Coal Australia; founder of Stanmore Coal; former exec chair of Bowen Coking Coal; non-executive director roles; industry advocate
Coal Australia; Stanmore Coal; Bowen Coking Coal; Ballymore Resources
Episode: NICK JORSS: Keep up the fight
Craig Semple
Former detective with NSW Police, later resilience and mental health advocate
Mentality Plus; former NSW Police; Black Dog Institute collaborator
Episode: CRAIG SEMPLE: The cop who fell to earth and into a career he could never have imagined
Sharon Bushby
Outreach Coordinator, Careers, Education and Industry Skills with the New South Wales Minerals Council
New South Wales Minerals Council
Episode: SHARON BUSHBY: Opening doors you didn't know existed
Rae O'Brien
Thiess Group Executive, Australia East
Thiess
Episode: RAE O'BRIEN: Setting the standard, then breaking it
Levi Grima
Natural Resources Operations Manager at SGS Australia
SGS Australia
Episode: LEVI GRIMA: Shut your mouth and open your ears
Hannah Legg
CEO of HER Engineering, feeder mechanist, plant mechanic, auto electrician
HER Engineering
Episode: HANNAH LEGG: Be curious, ask questions and be confident
Chris Uhlmann
Journalist; freelancer with The Australian and Sky
The Australian; Sky
Episode: CHRIS UHLMANN: The power of fossil fuels
John Ballantyne
Sales manager for East Coast Mining for SNF Australia
SNF Australia
Episode: ACPS CONFERENCE: The suppliers getting the best coal bang for your buck
Brad Anstess
Regional Sales Manager APAC
McLanahan
Episode: ACPS CONFERENCE: The suppliers getting the best coal bang for your buck

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Jessica Rouse
Host of Digging Deeper with The Coalface

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 9 ratings
  • Great industry, great show

    Love the show Jess and all the team from @thecoalface what a brilliant way to connect us all with more stories from the people that make this industry so great!

    Apple Podcasts
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    TravelingManAU
    Australiaa year ago

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listeners appreciate the host's industry connections and practical perspectives.
show explores diverse topics from policy to on-site innovation.
production quality and guest variety are consistently strong.
guests bring real-world experience and actionable insights for professionals.

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PETER "ZOOM" ORAM: There's nothing like the bond of being a part of mines rescue.
Q: What keeps you motivated to stay in Mines Rescue and how does it affect your personal life?
He describes a strong family element, including his son in rescue, and the profound personal growth, leadership, and discipline gained from the role.
PETER "ZOOM" ORAM: There's nothing like the bond of being a part of mines rescue.
Q: What are the biggest changes you've seen with technology and open-cut vs underground training?
There's closer integration with underground teams and the use of drones and electric vehicle hazard awareness to keep responders safe while assessing incidents.
PETER "ZOOM" ORAM: There's nothing like the bond of being a part of mines rescue.
Q: How has Mines Rescue training evolved over the years, and what's different now?
Training is now highly professional with external trainers from firefighting and ambulance backgrounds; there is more emphasis on advanced techniques, coordination, and collaboration with other mining sites versus the old self-trained methods.
PETER "ZOOM" ORAM: There's nothing like the bond of being a part of mines rescue.
Q: What drew you to the Mines Rescue field and how did your career begin?
Zoom explains he started in mining at Middlemount and gradually joined the Mines Rescue team about ten years in, staying in the same mine site and growing through the ranks with multi-skilling and increasing responsibilities.
STEVE FORDHAM: Fighting for what coal communities deserve.
Q: Take us through what you built with Blackrock and the impact of your prison-to-work initiatives.
He explains founding Blackrock, the First clients like Mack Energy, and the expansion into Second Chance for Change programs, which have employed hundreds including previously incarcerated individuals and significantly reduced return-to-prison rates.

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The showspotlights people within the mining, energy, and related tech spaces, highlighting on-site excellence, community impact, career journeys, and industry policy debates. Episodes commonly center on leadership, engineering challenges, workforce development, health and resilience, and the evolving energy landscape, often blending practical insights with broader industry context. It's likely to appeal to professionals seeking authentic, experience-rich storytelling and to sponsors aiming to reach decision-makers in mining and industrial services. A notable edge is the emphasis on real-world paths—from operators and engineers to executives and educators—paired with candid discussions about policy, innovation, and community engagement.

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7. Chris Uhlmann
8. John Ballantyne

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