Media Releases
Calls for Minister to intervene as mining industry guzzles water unlicenced
September 10, 2018
The NSW Natural Resources Access Regulator has commenced an investigation into the capture of surface water by mining companies, as farmers in north-west NSW claim that Maules Creek coal mine has captured millions of litres of water without obtaining water licences.
Read MorePolling reveals Upper Hunter voters support diversification away from reliance on coal
September 06, 2018
A survey of Upper Hunter residents by Hunter Research Foundation Centre has found more than half (55%) of people in the Upper Hunter agree that the Hunter region economy should diversify away from reliance on coal mining. Only 23% disagreed.
Read MoreSigh of relief for Limestone Coast locals after 10 year fracking ban passes into law
September 05, 2018
The Limestone Coast Protection Alliance has thanked the Member for Mt Gambier Troy Bell and the South Australian Government for voting today in support of turning the promised ten year moratorium on fracking in the Limestone Coast into law.
Read MoreSingleton doctors raise concerns about coal mine air pollution and call on Ministers to visit and clear the air
September 05, 2018
Over 100 people from the Hunter region, including 30 doctors, have signed a joint letter to the Ministers for Health and Environment asking them to visit and take action to improve air quality in the region.
Read MoreQueenslanders will miss out on jobs from flaws in mine rehabilitation laws
August 06, 2018
Existing and approved mines in Queensland will be exempt from crucial new mine rehabilitation standards which could cost Queensland thousands of potential new jobs, according to Lock the Gate Alliance and former mining industry employees.
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