BHP addresses WA iron ore partnership talk

BHP Group Ltd (BHP) responded to recent media speculation about a potential partnership involving part of its Western Australia Iron Ore (WAIO) business.

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BHP Group Ltd (BHP) responded to recent media speculation about a potential partnership involving part of its Western Australia Iron Ore (WAIO) business. The company states that it regularly explores partnership options that may create long-term value for shareholders, but affirms that WAIO remains central to its portfolio and that it remains fully committed to WAIO and to Western Australia.

Key Terms

Western Australia Iron Ore (WAIO), foreign private issuer, Rule 12g3-2(b)

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Western Australia Iron Ore (WAIO) technical

"media speculation regarding a potential partnership involving part of the Western Australia Iron Ore (WAIO) business"

foreign private issuer regulatory

"REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16"

A foreign private issuer is a company organized outside the United States that meets tests showing it is primarily foreign-controlled and therefore qualifies for a different set of U.S. reporting rules. For investors, that means the company files less frequent or differently formatted disclosures with U.S. regulators and may follow home-country accounting and governance practices, so buying its stock is like dining at a well-reviewed restaurant that follows its home kitchen’s rules instead of the local menu — you get access but should check what standards apply.

Rule 12g3-2(b) regulatory

"pursuant to Rule 12g3-2(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934"

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What media speculation is BHP (BHP) responding to in this Form 6-K?

BHP is responding to recent media speculation about a potential partnership involving part of its Western Australia Iron Ore (WAIO) business. The company does not announce any specific transaction, but clarifies its position on WAIO and partnerships.

What does BHP (BHP) say about the role of WAIO in its portfolio?

BHP states that WAIO remains central to its portfolio. It also says it remains fully committed to WAIO and to Western Australia, emphasizing the ongoing strategic importance of this iron ore business.

Does BHP (BHP) confirm a new WAIO partnership in this 6-K?

No. BHP notes the speculation about a potential WAIO partnership and says it regularly explores partnership options that may create long-term value, but it does not confirm any specific partnership or transaction in this report.

How does BHP (BHP) describe its approach to partnerships generally?

BHP explains it has a long history of partnerships at its assets and regularly explores options that may create long-term value for shareholders. This positions partnerships as a normal part of its business strategy rather than a one-off event.

Who authorised the release of this BHP (BHP) announcement?

The announcement was authorised for release by Stefanie Wilkinson, who is identified as Group Company Secretary. The signature block also lists her title as Group General Counsel and Group Company Secretary.

Where is BHP Group Ltd (BHP) headquartered according to the Form 6-K?

BHP Group Ltd is registered and headquartered in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, with its principal executive offices at 171 Collins Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, as stated in the report.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

Form 6-K

REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER

PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16

UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

4 September 2026

BHP GROUP LIMITED

(ABN 49 004 028 077)

(Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter)

VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA

(Jurisdiction of incorporation or organisation)

171 COLLINS STREET, MELBOURNE,

VICTORIA 3000 AUSTRALIA

(Address of principal executive offices)

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40-F: ☒ Form 20-F ☐ Form 40-F

Indicate by check mark if the registrant is submitting the Form 6-K in paper as permitted by Regulation S-T Rule 101(b)(1): ☐

Indicate by check mark if the registrant is submitting the Form 6-K in paper as permitted by Regulation S-T Rule 101(b)(7): ☐

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant by furnishing the information contained in this Form is also thereby furnishing the information to the Commission pursuant to Rule 12g3-2(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934: ☐ Yes ☒ No

If “Yes” is marked, indicate below the file number assigned to the registrant in connection with Rule 12g3-2(b): n/a

Exchange release

4 September 2026

Response to media speculation regarding Western Australia Iron Ore

BHP notes the recent media speculation regarding a potential partnership involving part of the Western Australia Iron Ore (WAIO) business.

BHP has a long history of partnerships at its assets, and regularly explores options that may create long-term value to its shareholders.

WAIO remains central to BHP’s portfolio and BHP remains fully committed to WAIO and to Western Australia.

Authorised for release by Stefanie Wilkinson, Group Company Secretary.

BHP Group Limited ABN 49 004 028 077

Contacts

Media media.relations@bhp.com		Investor Relations investor.relations@bhp.com
Australia and Asia Gabrielle Notley +61 411 071 715		Australia and Asia John-Paul Santamaria +61 499 006 018
Europe, Middle East and Africa Gabrielle Notley +61 411 071 715		Europe, Middle East and Africa Adam Sanderson +44 7884 735 515
North America Megan Hjulfors +1 403 605 2314		Americas Li Hua +1 647 828 9830
Latin America Renata Fernandez +56 9 8229 5357

BHP Group Limited

ABN 49 004 028 077

LEI WZE1WSENV6JSZFK0JC28

Registered in Australia

Level 18, 171 Collins Street

Melbourne

Victoria 3000 Australia

Tel: +61 1300 55 4757 Fax: +61 3 9609 3015

BHP Group is headquartered in Australia

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BHP Group Limited ABN 49 004 028 077

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

						BHP Group Limited
Date: September, 4 2026				By:		/s/ Stefanie Wilkinson
				Name:		Stefanie Wilkinson
				Title:		Group General Counsel and Group Company Secretary