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Western Australia plays a paramount role in Australia's mining sector and is pivotal in global resource markets. The state is home to significant deposits of gold, iron ore, diamonds, and lithium, contributing a substantial 40% to its GDP from mining efforts.
Western Australia produces nearly half of Australia’s gold supply and plays a critical role in meeting global demands for iron ore and lithium, a crucial resource for sustainable technology and the electric vehicle market. The legacy of the Argyle Diamond Mine, once famed for its rare pink diamonds, also showcases the region's mineral diversity.