Mid-Western Region residents can submit thoughts on Glencore’s third modification to its Ulan West underground coal mine as the project’s environmental assessment went on public display last Friday. The modification seeks permission to extract an additional 13 million tonnes of coal by repositioning several of the mine’s underground longwall panels. If approved it would extend…Read more →
In a morning of announcements dignitaries and officials recognised the official start of construction a new $1 million preschool and childcare facility in Mudgee, with a sod-turning ceremony on Friday morning. Mid-Western Regional Council Mayor Des Kennedy said the project will have a significantly positive impact on the region. “Once complete, the centre will cater…Read more →
Peabody Energy is seeking State Government approval to extend its Wilpinjong Mine, a project which would add seven years to the life of the mine and directly employ up to 625 people at peak periods. Peabody has released a project summary and preliminary environmental assessment for the Wilpinjong Extension Project, which if approved will extend…Read more →
Mid-Western Regional Council Mayor Des Kennedy says approval of Stage Two of the Moolarben Coal Project will have important implications for regional development and investment, locally and across the state. “It will provide significant local employment and business opportunities, and contribute to the economic growth and productivity of NSW,” Cr Kennedy said. “The construction of…Read more →
