Courtney Taylor Named Yari’s Executive Director with $247K Base Salary

Leadership Transition at Yari Minerals

Yari Minerals Limited has announced a significant leadership change as it advances its flagship Rolleston South Coal Project in Queensland’s Bowen Basin. The company has appointed Ms Courtney Taylor as Executive Director and incoming Managing Director, signalling a clear intent to accelerate the project’s development into feasibility studies. Taylor’s appointment follows the departure of Mr Anthony Italiano, who has served as both Chief Financial Officer and Managing Director for over seven years.

A Coal Industry Veteran Takes the Helm

Ms Taylor is a highly experienced coal geologist with a distinguished career spanning major global mining companies including Anglo American, Vale, and BHP. Her expertise covers the full resource value chain, from exploration and project delivery to regulatory compliance and technology initiatives. Based in Brisbane, Taylor’s deep Queensland networks and operational knowledge position her well to lead the Rolleston South project through its next critical phase.

Strategic Implications for Rolleston South

The Rolleston South Coal Project, located just 20 kilometres south of Rolleston in the Bowen Basin, holds a JORC Inferred Mineral Resource of 190.1 million tonnes of high-quality thermal coal, with potential for upgrade to semi-soft coking coal. The project benefits from excellent infrastructure, including proximity to a state highway and the Blackwater Rail system, facilitating access to export ports. Yari’s leadership change aligns with its strategy to progress the project through feasibility studies, a crucial step towards potential development and production.

Acknowledging Past Contributions and Future Expectations

Mr Italiano’s departure marks the end of a pivotal era for Yari. He was instrumental in guiding the company’s strategic pivot into the coal sector, overseeing the acquisition of Rolleston South, securing funding, and managing initial drilling activities. The Board has expressed gratitude for his dedicated service and confirmed his support during the transition period to ensure continuity.

Chairman Eduardo Robaina emphasised the Board’s confidence in Taylor’s ability to elevate the project, highlighting her operational experience and strong Queensland connections as key assets. Taylor herself expressed enthusiasm about leading Yari at this pivotal moment, underscoring coal’s ongoing importance in global industrial supply chains and her commitment to delivering long-term shareholder value.

Looking Ahead

With Taylor’s appointment effective from 19 January 2026, Yari Minerals is poised to navigate the complexities of advancing a significant coal project in a competitive and evolving market. The company’s focus will now be on progressing feasibility studies and unlocking the full potential of Rolleston South under fresh leadership.