Report highlights mining, Mets sectors’ contribution to Aus economy, jobs

New data by advisory firm Deloitte Access Economics has shown that the mining and mining equipment, technology and services (Mets) sectors contributed 15% of Australia’s gross domestic product in 2015/16, delivering some A$236.8-billion. The report, which was commissioned by the Minerals Council of Australia (MCA), showed that the two sectors supported some 1.1-million jobs across Australia, accounting for around 10% of total employment.