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At least 109 BHP workers sexually harassed colleagues in a single year, mining company says

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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Australia news category. Published on August 18, 2026 • Originally reported by Jonathan Barrett Business editor. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.

Further 104 allegations not investigated due to ‘insufficient information or the wishes of the impacted person’, according to annual report

More than 100 workers at BHP lost their jobs, or resigned, during the last financial year after sexually harassing colleagues, which included numerous instances of indecent touching, stalking and grooming.

The harassment cases, disclosed in the mining giant’s annual report on Tuesday, come during a period of heightened scrutiny of remote work sites, where female workers across the industry have raised allegations of systemic sexual harassment, violence and retaliation.

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