Northern Territory Rare Earth Project Set to Deliver 1,000 Jobs Arafura Rare Earths has made a Final Investment Decision (FID) for its Nolans Rare Earths Project in the Northern Territory. This project aims to be Australia’s first fully integrated rare earth operation, processing material from ore to oxide. Construction is slated to begin in September 2026, with an expected generation of approximately 950 jobs.

• Arafura Rare Earths has reached a Final Investment Decision (FID) for the Nolans Rare Earths Project.
• The project is located in the Northern Territory and aims to be Australia’s first fully integrated rare earth operation.
• Construction is targeted to start in September 2026.
• The project is expected to create around 950 jobs, including 600 during construction and 350 permanent jobs.