Australia gives China a run as world’s biggest gold producer, with top spot up for grabs – ABC News
New figures show Australia is challenging China for the title of the world’s biggest gold producer, but experts say it is too early to tell if Australia will take over the top spot.
Key points:
- China has been the world’s biggest producer of gold for years
- With Australia producing 74 tonnes of gold in the March quarter, it is closing the gap with China
- Cadia East in NSW is Australia’s biggest-producing gold mine for that quarter
According to the China Gold Association, the Asian powerhouse produced…
