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Looking back on 2025
Alcoa Australia President Elsabe Muller reflects on some of the defining moments of 2025, from the Environmental Protection Authority public comment period and the announcement of a proposed gallium project to the significant impact of our employees' volunteering efforts in local communities. Elsabe shares her perspective on a year of progress, innovation and giving back.
 
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No-Mining Zone around Dwellingup expanded
We’ve more than doubled the Mining Avoidance Zone around Dwellingup to 26,000 hectares - protecting beloved forests, trails and recreation spaces for generations to come. This expansion reflects our commitment to listening to community feedback and safeguarding cultural and environmental values. Learn more about the expansion.
 
Big jump in seedling numbers this planting season
We saw a large increase in the number of nursery-raised seedlings planted across our mine sites this year, recording almost a 50 per cent increase over last year’s planting numbers as we continue to increase areas under rehabilitation. Learn about our efforts and achievements.
 
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On the right track with world-first battery-electric train trial 
As Australian industry continues on the path to reduce carbon emissions, a new battery-electric train trial involving Alcoa, rail freight operator Aurizon and Alta Battery Technology aims to revolutionise heavy haul rail operations. Discover more about this world-first innovation.
 
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Apprentices celebrate end of four-year journey 
Another cohort of Alcoa apprentices have concluded four years of education and training – the latest of more than 2700 apprentices, trainees and graduates who have gained skills and experience across our Australian operations. Get insight into their journey.
 
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Big first year for Forest Research Centre
When our Forest Research Centre was launched last year, we had big ambitions. Looking back on this year’s achievements, Environmental Research Manager Dr Lucy Commander says the centre has exceeded many of the goals and commenced a broad range of research. Find out more about the Centre's progress.
 
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Inaugural bushfire ready grants awarded
Eight bushfire brigades and an Aboriginal Ranger program across Western Australia and Victoria will share almost $140,000 through the 2025 Alcoa Bushfire Ready Fund. This funding builds on $156,000 in small grants awarded earlier this year. Learn more about the worthy recipients and initiatives making a difference.
 
Vinnies welcomes volunteers and Alcoa Foundation funding
More than 60 employees rolled up their sleeves to make a difference through this year’s Alcoa Foundation Community Impact Campaign. With hands-on volunteering and vital funding, the St Vincent de Paul Societies in Victoria and Western Australia can continue delivering hope and practical support to those experiencing hardship. Discover how we helped strengthen local communities.
 
Alcoa Cycle Challenge powers Telethon to record success 
The Alcoa Cycle Challenge brought together riders from Alcoa, local schools, Telethon supporters and even a few celebrities, all united by one goal: making a difference for WA kids. And we are proud to have helped Telethon raise a record-breaking $90 million to support sick, vulnerable and disadvantaged children across WA. Read about all the action from this special event.
 
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We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands where we operate across Australia and pay respect to them, their culture and to their Elders past, present and emerging.
 
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