Thanks for saving Bylong!

Please write a very short message, in your own words, to the Independent Planning Commission and the NSW Government for rejecting the risky Bylong coal mine. Congratulate them for listening to the experts and protecting this incredible area for its rich soils, precious groundwater and unique heritage values. This means the historic Tarwyn Park property, the home of Natural Sequence Farming, will not be mined.

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Peggy Fisher commented 2019-09-19 14:25:28 +1000

A very important and well considered decision.
Adrian Ingleby commented 2019-09-19 14:25:27 +1000

Go you good thing. You stood truly by the land, water, air, environment, wildlife and the people. All backed up by reputable scientific reports. The truth above those with vested interests.
Simon Wells commented 2019-09-19 14:25:07 +1000

I wish to express my gratitude to the IPC and the NSW government for the rejection of the Bylong Valley mine proposal.

this is a far-sighted, responsible decision.

Though I live in Queensland now, I grew up in NSW and treasure its wild and scenic areas. I travel several times per year, en route to relatives, through the sandstone walls and hills of the upper Bylong. I always love it, and for it to be degraded or damaged in any way would be a tragedy.
Elizabeth Honey commented 2019-09-19 14:24:20 +1000

Thank you so much for not approving the Bylong coal mine, this beautiful area will now be protected for generations to come and it won’t make climate change worse.
Heather Marc commented 2019-09-19 14:23:57 +1000

You talked to the people that it affected the most on the land & finally listened well done, because no farmers no food for the people
David Dwyer commented 2019-09-19 14:23:47 +1000

I believe this was a bad decision, environmental conditions could have let the mine produce coal and the royalties from the coal, could be used by the government, to improve the state. How much employment is lost, from this stupid decision.
Hazel J Costello commented 2019-09-19 14:23:42 +1000

Thank you ,thank you ,thank you ,at last a government is finally listening to the people the experts plus protecting the environment.

SO THANK YOU NSW government.👍🌍🌎🗺️💚
Nada Heyari commented 2019-09-19 14:23:31 +1000

Your decision has given me hope that my children have a chance at a decent planet. Your decision is highly commendable and sets an example for other entities that hold similar power. Thank you again. All the way from Amman, Jordan.
Catherine Errey commented 2019-09-19 14:23:31 +1000

Thank you for protecting the Bylong Valley from coal mining. The health risks of these mines to neighbours and beyond are only just becoming understood. The land here is so beautiful. Thank you again.
Garth Drake commented 2019-09-19 14:23:05 +1000

Thank you for using such common sense. May there be much more of it used to stop other ridiculous coal mines
Martin Male commented 2019-09-19 14:22:05 +1000

Thank you for making this decision to consider what is best for the environment in a time when it is very challenging to do so!
Juels Vaughn commented 2019-09-19 14:20:41 +1000

Congrats and well done. Thanks for giving a sh*t about the future of this exceptional country
Lynne Smith commented 2019-09-19 14:19:46 +1000

Thankyou for saving the environment for future generations
Lorraine Stern commented 2019-09-19 14:17:26 +1000

Such a great decision, thank you to the Independent Planning Commission and the NSW Government for listening to reason and rejecting the risky Bylong coal mine, I now hope that the Queensland Government will have the same amount of courage and foresight to put a stop to Adani.
Joanne Mills commented 2019-09-19 14:17:10 +1000

Mnay thanks for putting the environment and planetary future ahead of a new coal mine in Bylong, NSW!
Mark Berriman commented 2019-09-19 14:15:32 +1000

Thank you for preserving the Bylong Valley for future generations to enjoy. History will look back in extreme gratitude!
Niki Bignell commented 2019-09-19 14:15:17 +1000

Thank you so much for being people of intelligence and foresight. You’ve done a great thing.
Eileen Whitehead commented 2019-09-19 14:14:37 +1000

Well done. At last common sense is prevailing over the mighty dollar. The clock is ticking for the planet and we need more common sense quickly.
Megan Benson commented 2019-09-19 14:13:14 +1000

Dear Commissioners – I’ve waited for many years for our planning system to recognise the importance of intergenerational equity. The concept should form the basis of all decision making. Thank you for making a stand and setting a precedent for transparent decision making – one that isn’t always about today’s profit fix and works towards a sustainable future that all can benefit from.
Glenn w Wall commented 2019-09-19 14:12:48 +1000

Thank you for NOT allowing the Bylong coal mine approval. It is to your credit that you have READ the submissions and acted on them well done. Pity you did not do the other coal mines of Wollar were ground water is effect now and two mines sit next to National Parks on both sides which was approved much to the discussed of locals.
Katy Pickering commented 2019-09-19 14:12:18 +1000

Well done for listening to the people and protecting this area.
Martin Lancaster commented 2019-09-19 14:11:43 +1000

Finally some good environmental news, even if it’s a decision not to do something damaging rather than to take action against climate change. As a senior Australian, I’m very thankful for this small mercy on behalf of future generations and the fauna and flora of NSW.
Malcolm Robertson commented 2019-09-19 14:11:32 +1000

Thank you for protecting the Bylong Valley and putting water before coal. A decision for all of NSW not just a mining company. The farmers of the valley can continue to do what they do so well.
Heather Marsh commented 2019-09-19 14:11:31 +1000

What encouraging and delightful news. In times when serious action on climate seems to be glaringly missing from our decision-makers, this is a landmark and excellent stand for our future essential resources – water and food!
Lana Ivashanko commented 2019-09-19 14:11:30 +1000

Thank you, it is good to see that we do matter.

Lana
Janelle Stein commented 2019-09-19 14:11:26 +1000

Thanks….peace and blessings.
Andrya Hart commented 2019-09-19 14:11:17 +1000

I congratulate the IPC on their refusal to this mine, based on good science and good sense. We are in the grip of serious climate change and reducing emissions and protecting our water is paramount to preserving some kind of future for our children. Thanks again.
Martin Lancaster commented 2019-09-19 14:11:02 +1000

Finally some good environmental news, even if it’s a decision not to do something damaging rather than to take action against climate change. As a senior Australian, I’m very thankful for this small mercy on behalf of future generations and the fauna and flora of NSW.
Ginny Neighbour commented 2019-09-19 14:10:30 +1000

Thank you for this wise decision. I hope it sets a precedent where inter generational equity is factored into all planning matters.
Michael Dowling commented 2019-09-19 14:08:51 +1000

I would like to thank the independent Planning Commission and the NSW Government for rejecting the environmentally risky Bylong coal mine. I congratulate you for listening to the experts and protecting this incredible area with its rich soils, precious groundwater and unique heritage values. The historic Tarwyn Park, home of Natural Sequence Farming, will now not be mined and will remain as a heritage asset in perpetuity. Thank you for your foresight and leadership.