# Faulty GPS Led to Mine Tragedy | Brisbane News

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Published: 2026-07-03T05:39:27+00:00
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A mining company’s deadly mistake: Peabody Energy Australia pleaded guilty after a bulldozer operator was trapped upside down in coal for over eight hours—thanks to a faulty GPS system that led him straight into danger. This wasn’t an isolated incident; just four months prior, another worker suffered a similar fate at the same valve. Despite knowing the GPS was broken and having promised fixes, the company let work continue, risking lives. The trapped worker survived thanks to a fan and oxygen, but was hospitalized for dehydration. The magistrate called the second accident preventable, noting Peabody’s 26-year clean record. The company was fined $132,000, with three months to pay—no conviction recorded. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/54a8b78c8fad1832

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