Bell Bay Aluminium News

Bell Bay Aluminium backs local heroes through community grants

27 October 2025

More than $58,000 has been distributed between 24 Tasmanian organisations as part of Rio Tinto Bell Bay Aluminium’s (BBA) 2025 Community Grants Program.

Smelter’s women leaders to shine on the National stage

08 September 2025

Rio Tinto Bell Bay Aluminium will celebrate two of its outstanding women leaders, Teresa Lemaire and Lauren Brooks, at the upcoming National Women in Resources and Manufacturing Awards in Brisbane on September 8.

Smelter runs deep for site stalwarts

24 July 2025

For Geoff Baker, Bell Bay Aluminium isn’t just a workplace, it is part of his DNA.

Rio Tinto Bell Bay Aluminium leaders shine at state awards

24 June 2025

Rio Tinto Bell Bay Aluminium is celebrating its exceptional women leaders, who have been recognised at the 2025 Women in Resources and Manufacturing Tasmania Awards.

Future custodians get curious at annual Tree Planting Day

16 April 2025

Students from Port Dalrymple School, Star of the Sea College, and South George Town Primary School are preparing for an exciting and educational experience at Rio Tinto Bell Bay Aluminium’s annual Tree Planting Day.

Bell Bay Aluminium volunteers give heart to City Mission

19 February 2025

Rio Tinto Bell Bay Aluminium has made a life-saving donation to Launceston’s Mission Health, funding the purchase of a CoaguChek Pro II Kit – a crucial device that measures blood clotting factors.

Valuable contribution to Bridport Fire Brigade’s toolbox

24 January 2025

Passion becomes a reality for Elliouse

18 December 2024

Elliouse, 18, has always loved tinkering with cars.

George Town students lead the way in NARLE Project

08 December 2024

Grade 5/6 students from George Town have brought their innovative ideas to life, showcasing their creativity at a community exhibition.

Wow… 50 years: where did that go?: Tez Clark

26 November 2024

From running the mail as a junior to being a keystone in safe operations at Bell Bay Aluminium, Tez Clark has racked up 50 years with the business. Here he shares some memories and advice...

Support Wheels in Motion for George Town RSL Veterans’ Health

25 November 2024

Veterans now have a reliable and comfortable way to travel to medical appointments, made possible by support from Bell Bay Aluminium.

Community spirit alive and well through community grants program

24 October 2024

Bell Bay Aluminium has awarded more than $51,000 to 21 local organisations through its 2024 grants program.

Bell Bay Aluminium recognised as a champion for inclusion and diversity

11 September 2024

Bell Bay Aluminium’s Alicia Sargent has been recognised as Tasmania’s Inclusion and Diversity champion at the 2024 National Women in Resources Awards held in Canberra on 10 September.

Lachie Geard a finalist at 2024 Apprentice of the Year awards

07 September 2024

Bell Bay Aluminium’s Lachie Geard has been recognised as a finalist at the 2024 Apprentice of the Year at the Tasmanian Training Awards.

Bell Bay Aluminium leaders recognised at Women in Resources Awards

21 June 2024

Rio Tinto Bell Bay Aluminium’s exceptional women leaders have been recognised at the 2024 Women in Resources and Manufacturing Tasmania Awards in Launceston today.

Budding gardeners pull up sleeves for annual tree planting day

23 May 2024

More than 100 students from Port Dalrymple, Star of the Sea and South George Town Primary Schools will join employees from Rio Tinto Bell Bay Aluminium for its annual tree planting day.

George Town students first to trial innovative music-led learning program

14 December 2023

Bell Bay Aluminium’s partnership with the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra moves into the classroom.

2024 Women's Art Prize Tasmania open

23 November 2023

Today we had the privilege of announcing the 2024 Women's Art Prize Tasmania open for entries.

Service milestones celebrated

18 November 2023

On Friday 17 November we celebrated our team members who have completed significant service milestones at Bell Bay Aluminium this year.

2023 WorkSafe Tasmania Award winners

06 November 2023

Congratulations to our 2023 WorkSafe Tasmania Award winners Phil Jamieson and Ant Reeve.

Bell Bay Aluminium announces community grants

25 October 2023

Bell Bay Aluminium will award over $60,000 in new community grants to help support a wide range of community projects and initiatives across Tasmania.

Jake Chilcott awarded 2023 Tasmanian Apprentice of the Year

12 September 2023

Congratulations to Bell Bay Aluminium’s Jake Chilcott who was named the 2023 Tasmanian Apprentice of the Year Award.

2023 Women in Resources National Awards

12 September 2023

The outstanding achievements of women in mining and resources have been recognised at the 2023 Women in Resources National Awards held in Canberra on Tuesday 5 September 2023.

Supporting students through the Governor’s Environment Scholarship

18 August 2023

Bell Bay Aluminium is proud to be one of the sponsors of the Governor’s Environment Scholarship program that enables University of Tasmania students to undertake environmental research projects that benefit Tasmania.

2022 Bell Bay Aluminium Sustainable Development Report

20 July 2023

With a commitment to continuous improvement, Bell Bay Aluminium integrates sustainable development into all aspects of our business.

Supporting women artists

20 July 2023

Bell Bay Aluminium and Regional Arts Network Tasmania (RANT) are delighted to announce and congratulate recipients of the inaugural Women’s Art Prize Tasmania’s Fellowship Program.

Women in resources winners

14 June 2023

Bell Bay Aluminium received three gongs in the 2023 Women in Resources and Manufacturing Tasmania Awards hosted in Launceston mid-June.

Celebrating National Simultaneous Storytime

24 May 2023

Bell Bay Aluminium celebrated National Simultaneous Storytime with students from Port Dalrymple School, South George Town Primary and George Town Library.

Junior George Town green thumbs re-establishing ecosystems

18 May 2023

Over 80 students from local schools in George Town will get their hands dirty and feet muddy planting trees this Thursday with Bell Bay Aluminium.

Supporting respiratory safety at Men’s Shed

16 May 2023

The importance of protecting our lungs is something Bell Bay Aluminium share with the Riverside Men’s Shed.

New General Manager appointed

27 February 2023

We are pleased to announce that Richard Curtis will commence as Bell Bay Aluminium’s General Manager.

New mountain bike trails opened

19 December 2022

The George Town Mountain Bike Trail Network has captured the growing market of mountain bike trail enthusiasts both living in, and visiting, Tasmania.

Ant Reeve becomes our first RioExpert

05 December 2022

Ant Reeve, Carbon Specialist, became Bell Bay Aluminium’s first RioExpert.

Bell Bay Aluminium community grants announced

31 October 2022

Bell Bay Aluminium has awarded $36,940 in community grants to help support a wide range of community projects and initiatives across Tasmania.

Hosting Tasmanian Minerals Emergency Response Competition

24 October 2022

The 34th annual Tasmanian Minerals Emergency Response Competition (TMERC) was held at Bell Bay Aluminium on 22 October 2022.

Racing for the F1 in Schools™ STEM challenge title

20 October 2022

In October 2022, Bell Bay Aluminium hosted the Tasmanian Final of the F1 in Schools™ STEM challenge, which is managed in Australia by the ReEngineering Australia Foundation and supported by the smelter.

Best paper awarded for Next Generation

17 October 2022

In 2022, Bell Bay Aluminium presented a paper on our Next Generation furnace project at the International Committee for Study of Bauxite, Alumina & Aluminium conference.

Supporting women in art

29 September 2022

As a proud long-term supporter of the Women’s Art Prize Tasmania, Bell Bay Aluminium was delighted to announce and present the 2022 $3,000 Bell Bay Aluminium People’s Choice Award.

A Sense of Place for primary school kids

21 September 2022

In September 2022, we joined South George Town Primary at the opening of their project, ‘A Sense of Place’.

An orchestral treat for George Town primary students

16 September 2022

In September 2022, Bell Bay Aluminium celebrated its 10th year of partnership with the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra (TSO).

Tree planting and story time for local students

05 June 2022

In partnership with the George Town Library, Bell Bay Aluminium combined their 2022 annual tree-planting day with National Simultaneous Storytime, held on 25 May 2022.

Finalists at the Tasmanian Women in Resources & Manufacturing Awards

19 May 2022

Process Operator and Relief Crew Leader, Erin O’Connor, and Process Operator, Jayna Aitken, were recognised as finalists for Outstanding Tradeswoman/ Operator/Technician in the 2022 Women in Resources & Manufacturing Awards.

Shining a light on local job opportunities

12 May 2022

Beacon Foundation and Bell Bay Aluminium have teamed up to inspire students and create a jobready generation of Tasmanians.

Tasmania and Rio Tinto partner for a strong and sustainable future at Bell Bay

21 February 2022

The Tasmanian Government and Rio Tinto will work together to ensure a strong and sustainable future economy for George Town, the Tamar Valley region and Tasmania.

Bell Bay Aluminium shines in 2021 Women in Manufacturing & Resources Awards

02 June 2021

Four outstanding women from Bell Bay Aluminium were recognised at the annual Tasmanian Women in Manufacturing & Resources Awards for their contributions to creating stronger, more gender diverse and inclusive work environments at last night’s 2021 award presentation in Hobart.

George Town Council & Bell Bay Aluminium Announce COVID-19 Grants Recipients

21 September 2020

George Town Council and Bell Bay Aluminium are pleased to announce the recipients of their Business Resilience, Recovery and Stimulus Grant partnership to assist small to medium-sized businesses in the municipality recover from and adapt to the impact of COVID-19.

Bell Bay Aluminium Crew Leader announced as the 2020 Gender Diversity Champion, National Women in Resources Awards

16 September 2020

When Brett Robins started work as an apprentice electrician with Bell Bay Aluminium (BBA) 25 years ago, only a handful of women worked at the smelter. In 2020, close to 80 women make up the 500-strong workforce at the smelter.

Local Health Speak podcast to build resilience during COVID-19

19 August 2020

A new series of Health Speak podcasts hosted by Healthy Tasmania Pty Ltd as part of the George Town Council’s Healthy George Town initiative will focus on helping community members be resilient during COVID-19 conditions.

George Town Council & Bell Bay Aluminium announce COVID-19 Business Resilience, Recovery and Stimulus Grants Program

06 July 2020

George Town Council is pleased to announce the launch of its Community Care and Recovery Grants Program developed in response to the impacts of COVID-19 on the George Town Municipality.

Northern Tasmania’s tourism industry given a post-COVID-19 shot in the arm

03 July 2020

Northern Tasmania’s hard-hit tourism industry will receive free coaching to become ‘COVID safe’ through a partnership between Tourism Northern Tasmania and Rio Tinto’s Bell Bay Aluminium smelter.

Bell Bay Aluminium appoints new general manager

04 March 2020

Bell Bay Aluminium has appointed Shona Markham as general manager. Shona, who started as a graduate at Bell Bay in 2004, is currently Metal Products manager at Boyne Smelters Limited (BSL) in Gladstone, Queensland. She replaces Kevin Taylor, who has taken on the new Gladstone-based role of general manager, Operations Support for Pacific Operations, Rio Tinto Aluminium, after two years as Bell Bay general manager.

2018 Sustainable Development Report is available

11 July 2019

Our Sustainable Development Report is produced annually. We produce and publish this report primarily for the Tasmanian community, our employees and other interested stakeholders.

Winners Announced at Women In Resources Tasmania Awards

07 June 2019

Three outstanding women from Bell Bay Aluminium were recognised at the annual Tasmanian Women in Resources Awards for their contributions to creating stronger, more gender diverse work environments.

Bell Bay's giant power transformer arrives

31 March 2019

After months of planning, Bell Bay’s new F regulator power transformer arrived safely on 1 April and was manoeuvred into position in the switchyard by two large cranes.

Schools Set to Race for F1 Champion Title

26 November 2018

Teams from around Tasmania will compete in Launceston on Tuesday 27 November in the F1 in Schools™ Technology Challenge Tasmanian Final.

BBA Driving Diversity in Engineering

24 October 2018

BBA has joined with Hydro Tasmania, Caterpillar and the Tasmanian branch of Engineers Australia to provide support to female students considering a career in engineering through a scholarship program with the University of Tasmania.

Bell Bay releases 2017 Sustainability Report

08 July 2018

Bell Bay Aluminium has released its annual Sustainability Report. The report provides a summary of the smelter’s health, safety, environment, business, and community performance during 2017.

Kevin Taylor Appointed New General Manager Bell Bay Aluminium

16 April 2018

Kevin Taylor is to become Bell Bay Aluminium’s next General Manager, commencing 16 April 2018.

Bell Bay Aluminium announces resignation of General Manager, Ray Mostogl

27 March 2018

After seven years as General Manager of Bell Bay Aluminium (BBA), Ray Mostogl has announced that he will leave the smelter at the end of April.

Tasmanian students aiming for two national wins in a row

05 March 2018

This time last year Tasmanian high schools dominated the National Finals of Australia’s biggest STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) competition: the F1inSchools STEM Challenge….and this coming week, at the Launceston Convention Centre, they are aiming for back-to-back victories.

Schools Set to Race for Title of F1 Champions

13 September 2017

Teams from Ulverstone, Queechy, Kings Meadows and Clarence High Schools, St Brendan Shaw College and East Launceston Primary School will battle it out in the F1 in Schools Championships this Thursday 14 September at the Tailrace Centre, Riverside.

Local Schools support Smelter’s Annual Tree Planting

23 August 2017

Over 100 students from local schools in Launceston will get their hands dirty and feet muddy planting trees this Thursday with Bell Bay Aluminium. Participating schools include Waverley, Invermay, East Tamar and Mowbray Heights Primary Schools.

Certainty provided by Contract Extension

14 August 2017

Bell Bay Aluminium’s gas transportation arrangements have been extended as an interim measure until the end of 2017 to ensure continued supply while Hydro Tasmania and Tasmanian Gas Pipeline continue to negotiate a new agreement.

Collaboration to drive growth for Bell Bay Industrial Precinct

06 July 2017

The Bell Bay Manufacturing Precinct Sub-Committee welcomes todays’ announcement by the Tasmanian Government to provide $50,000 to support a pilot program to engage a specialist project officer to drive growth, commercial outcomes and employment opportunities in the largest and most significant industrial precinct in Tasmania.

2016 Sustainable Development Report

22 May 2017

Bell Bay Aluminium has released its annual report which provides a summary of the smelter’s health, safety, environment, business and community performance in 2016.

BBA Takes Out Outstanding Tradeswoman, Operator or Technician Award for Second Year at Tasmanian Women in Resources Awards

05 May 2017

Last night at Parliament House in Hobart, Alana was presented with the Outstanding Tasmanian Tradeswoman Operator or Technician at the fourth annual Tasmanian Women in Resources Awards.

Finalists Announced for 2017 Tasmanian Women in Resources Awards Media Release

26 April 2017

The Tasmanian Minerals and Energy Council (TMEC) in conjunction with the AusIMM Women in Mining Network Tasmania (WIMnet) is pleased to announce finalists for the 2017 Tasmanian Women in Resources Awards.

Queechy High School teams dominate F1 in Schools National Final

02 March 2017

Queechy High School in Launceston has dominated the F1 in Schools National Final in South Australia this week.

Local organisations benefit from Bell Bay Aluminium Grants Program

15 December 2016

2017 Tasmanian Women in Resources Awards Launch

10 November 2016

The Tasmanian Minerals and Energy Council (TMEC) in conjunction with the AusIMM Women in Mining Network Tasmania (WIMnet) will launch the 2017 Tasmanian Women in Resources.

Crisis Scenarios to Test Emergency Response Teams

27 October 2016

For the first time in its history, the annual Tasmanian Minerals Emergency Response Competition (TMERC) will be held at Bell Bay Aluminium this weekend.

Teams on the Grid for F1 in Schools Championships

14 September 2016

Teams from Ulverstone, Queechy, Kings Meadows and Clarence High Schools will battle it out in the F1 in Schools Championships this Thursday 15 September at the Tailrace Centre, Riverside.

BBA Takes Out National Gong At Women In Resources Awards

02 September 2016

Last night at the Adelaide Convention Centre, Kelly was presented with the Outstanding Australian Tradeswoman, Operator or Technician Award at the third annual Women in Resources National Awards (WIRNA).

Bell Bay Aluminium employees scoop the pool at Women in Resources Awards

22 July 2016

Five out of Bell Bay Aluminium's six finalists in the Tasmanian Women in Resources awards have received awards in today's St Helens ceremony hosted by the Tasmanian Minerals and Energy Council (TMEC) in conjunction with WIMnet Tasmania (AusIMM)

Bell Bay Aluminium to ramp back up to full production

18 May 2016

In agreement with Hydro Tasmania, Bell Bay Aluminium (BBA) will begin to ramp back to full production over the course of five weeks from today.

Bell Bay Aluminium has released its 2015 Sustainable Development report

28 April 2016

The annual report provides a summary of the smelter’s health, safety, environment, business and community performance in 2015

Bell Bay Aluminium to sponsor 2016 Active Launceston Active Blokes

04 March 2016

Active Tasmania is proud to announce Bell Bay Aluminium as the supporting sponsor of the Active Launceston Active Blokes program in 2016.

Supporting Cybersmart Outreach, Internet Safety Awareness

18 February 2016

Young people today are immersed in digital technologies. They use the internet and mobile phones to socialise, study, exchange ideas and play. While online activity has many benefits, there are also risks.

Bell Bay Aluminium to temporarily reduce power consumption

04 February 2016

Bell Bay Aluminium (BBA) has announced that the smelter will reduce power consumption by around 10% (between 30-40 megawatts) for up to four to five months, commencing today.

Local communities benefit from Bell Bay Aluminium grants program

16 November 2015

Safety equipment to support a riding for the disabled program, a defibrillator for the Northern Support School’s indoor pool area and assistance with a facility upgrade for the Beaconsfield Primary School Parent Association are just three of the nine projects selected by Bell Bay Aluminium to receive a community grant.

F1 in Schools Competition Revs Up!

21 October 2015

Ulverstone High School, Queechy High School and Kings Meadows High School, will battle it out in the F1 in Schools competition on Thursday 22 September at the Door of Hope, Launceston.

Space Travel and more as Mini TSO Performs for George Town School Kids

19 October 2015

The Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra (TSO), with generous support from partner Bell Bay Aluminium, will give two highly engaging concerts for George Town schools in the Memorial Hall on Wednesday 21 October.

Smelter to showcase its operation

23 September 2015

To mark 60 years of aluminium smelting in Tasmania, Bell Bay Aluminium will open to the public on Sunday 20 and 27 September to give Tasmanians a unique look at the first aluminium smelter built in the southern hemisphere.

Bell Bay Aluminium welcomes Premier to site to celebrate 60th anniversary.

03 September 2015

Bell Bay Aluminium will celebrate its 60th anniversary this month and today, welcomes Premier Will Hodgman and State Cabinet to view the smelter's operation following the State Cabinet meeting in George Town.

Green Thumbs Plant for the Future

17 August 2015

Over 300 students from local schools will get their hands dirty planting 6000 trees this week at three locations throughout Launceston and the Tamar Valley.

Bell Bay Aluminium releases 2014 sustainable development report

28 May 2015

Bell Bay Aluminium released its annual Sustainable Development Report for 2014 this week, capturing the site’s success in protecting its people from harm, community contribution and, environmental performance and investment in ongoing business transformation to forge a solid future.

Bell Bay Aluminium welcomes bipartisan deal on RET

18 May 2015

Bell Bay Aluminium (BBA) welcomes the announcement of a bipartisan deal on the Renewable Energy Target and is now urging the Federal Parliament to pass the legislation quickly.

Bell Bay Aluminium and TasNetworks Business Excellence Awards Partnership

17 May 2015

Bell Bay Aluminium and TasNetworks have partnered as the Naming Rights sponsors for the 2015 Launceston Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards.

Bell Bay Aluminium Demonstrates Vote of Confidence for Northern Tasmania

07 May 2015

Bell Bay Aluminium today announced the signing of an agreement with Hydro Tasmania for the supply of an additional 33 megawatts (MW) of power.

News

Bell Bay Aluminium backs local heroes through community grants

Smelter’s women leaders to shine on the National stage

Smelter runs deep for site stalwarts

Rio Tinto Bell Bay Aluminium leaders shine at state awards

Future custodians get curious at annual Tree Planting Day

Bell Bay Aluminium volunteers give heart to City Mission

Valuable contribution to Bridport Fire Brigade’s toolbox

Passion becomes a reality for Elliouse

George Town students lead the way in NARLE Project

Wow… 50 years: where did that go?: Tez Clark

Support Wheels in Motion for George Town RSL Veterans’ Health

Community spirit alive and well through community grants program

Bell Bay Aluminium recognised as a champion for inclusion and diversity

Lachie Geard a finalist at 2024 Apprentice of the Year awards

Bell Bay Aluminium leaders recognised at Women in Resources Awards

Budding gardeners pull up sleeves for annual tree planting day

George Town students first to trial innovative music-led learning program

2024 Women's Art Prize Tasmania open

Service milestones celebrated

2023 WorkSafe Tasmania Award winners

Bell Bay Aluminium announces community grants

Jake Chilcott awarded 2023 Tasmanian Apprentice of the Year

2023 Women in Resources National Awards

Supporting students through the Governor’s Environment Scholarship

2022 Bell Bay Aluminium Sustainable Development Report

Supporting women artists

Women in resources winners

Celebrating National Simultaneous Storytime

Junior George Town green thumbs re-establishing ecosystems

Supporting respiratory safety at Men’s Shed

New General Manager appointed

New mountain bike trails opened

Ant Reeve becomes our first RioExpert

Bell Bay Aluminium community grants announced

Hosting Tasmanian Minerals Emergency Response Competition

Racing for the F1 in Schools™ STEM challenge title

Best paper awarded for Next Generation

Supporting women in art

A Sense of Place for primary school kids

An orchestral treat for George Town primary students

Tree planting and story time for local students

Finalists at the Tasmanian Women in Resources & Manufacturing Awards

Shining a light on local job opportunities

Tasmania and Rio Tinto partner for a strong and sustainable future at Bell Bay

Bell Bay Aluminium shines in 2021 Women in Manufacturing & Resources Awards

George Town Council & Bell Bay Aluminium Announce COVID-19 Grants Recipients

Bell Bay Aluminium Crew Leader announced as the 2020 Gender Diversity Champion, National Women in Resources Awards

Local Health Speak podcast to build resilience during COVID-19

George Town Council & Bell Bay Aluminium announce COVID-19 Business Resilience, Recovery and Stimulus Grants Program

Northern Tasmania’s tourism industry given a post-COVID-19 shot in the arm

Bell Bay Aluminium appoints new general manager

2018 Sustainable Development Report is available

Winners Announced at Women In Resources Tasmania Awards

Bell Bay's giant power transformer arrives

Schools Set to Race for F1 Champion Title

BBA Driving Diversity in Engineering

Bell Bay releases 2017 Sustainability Report

Kevin Taylor Appointed New General Manager Bell Bay Aluminium

Bell Bay Aluminium announces resignation of General Manager, Ray Mostogl

Tasmanian students aiming for two national wins in a row

Bell Bay Aluminium Community Grants Announced

Schools Set to Race for Title of F1 Champions

Local Schools support Smelter’s Annual Tree Planting

Certainty provided by Contract Extension

Collaboration to drive growth for Bell Bay Industrial Precinct

2016 Sustainable Development Report

BBA Takes Out Outstanding Tradeswoman, Operator or Technician Award for Second Year at Tasmanian Women in Resources Awards

Finalists Announced for 2017 Tasmanian Women in Resources Awards Media Release

Queechy High School teams dominate F1 in Schools National Final

Local organisations benefit from Bell Bay Aluminium Grants Program

2017 Tasmanian Women in Resources Awards Launch

Crisis Scenarios to Test Emergency Response Teams

Teams on the Grid for F1 in Schools Championships

BBA Takes Out National Gong At Women In Resources Awards

Bell Bay Aluminium employees scoop the pool at Women in Resources Awards

Bell Bay Aluminium to ramp back up to full production

Bell Bay Aluminium has released its 2015 Sustainable Development report

Bell Bay Aluminium to sponsor 2016 Active Launceston Active Blokes

Supporting Cybersmart Outreach, Internet Safety Awareness