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Written by rod
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Monday, 28 June 2010 10:24 |
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As highlighted again by NSW Farmers Association last week, the evolution of the farcical NSW Mining Act continues well away from public gaze. Whilst the mining industry through the Minerals Council was freely consulted under former Minister Macdonald, the other major stakeholders, the farmers and landholders, enjoyed no such input. The operational 'codes' released by the Department in December 2009 seek to further dumb down mining operational procedures, even to removing EIS obligations . Furthermore, changes to Regulations in Section 62 further simplify mining processes by removing inconvenient impediments, for example dispensing with proximity limits to orchards and crops. The replacement Minister Macleay has yet to visibly engage, but we trust he will give fair consideration, and full consultation, to ALL stakeholders. |
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Last Updated on Monday, 28 June 2010 14:29 |
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Written by rod
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Saturday, 19 June 2010 12:16 |
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SOS Liverpool Plains have opened an office in Quirindi opposite the Post Office.  There is now a place in town where the community can meet and catch up on what’s happening with SOS Liverpool Plains. Just like the blockade, the office is manned by a roster of volunteers who are passionate about protecting our most valuable agricultural assets, soil and water, from contamination and destruction by coal and gas mining. Drop in, have a chat and sign the petition . |
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Last Updated on Saturday, 19 June 2010 12:24 |
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Significant loss of landholders rights |
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Written by rod
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Thursday, 20 May 2010 07:54 |
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The Mining Amendment Act passed through NSW Parliament yesterday, with assistance from the Nationals and Shooters Party.  The legislation was the subject of many late changes during the debate, the full legal consequences of which are still unclear. CCAG is reviewing the legislation and will then comment further. |
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Last Updated on Thursday, 20 May 2010 21:07 |
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Sir Lunchalot Falls on Sword |
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Written by rod
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Sunday, 06 June 2010 22:43 |
Did he jump or was he pushed? Yes, the Minister for Mines is getting reincarnated again after Sir Lunchalot resigns over his dodgy Dubai expenses.
We look forward, again, to a minister with whom we can have constructive discussions and one who is actually prepared to visit the area!
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Last Updated on Sunday, 06 June 2010 22:45 |
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Bickham Bites the Dust - Pages River Saved |
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Written by Pauline
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Friday, 14 May 2010 20:49 |
In a courageous move, Premier Keneally has ruled out coal mining at the controversial Bickham mine in the Upper Hunter, confirming the independent Planning Assessment Commission's recommendation. Citing concerns from the thoroughbred industry and risks to water supplies, the Premier said that "[her government] will not jeopardise the growth of this important Australian export industry".
Clearly the same statements apply to the Liverpool Plains and its prime food producing land! CCAG President Sandy Blomfield commented today "Certainly, in this case, commonsense has prevailed and ... [I] look forward to the water issues being addressed in all future mining proposals."
Congratulations to everyone who campaigned for so many years to stop this environmental disaster. |
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Last Updated on Friday, 14 May 2010 20:54 |
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