mining
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Minerals exploration explained
Local communities can learn about minerals exploration in their region at an online information session this month. The Department of Jobs, Precincts and Regions is hosting a session in response to an increase in minerals exploration licence applications and ongoing activity looking for evidence of gold and in-demand minerals. “We have seen a rise in…
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Mining bid no laughing matter
Tom Gleeson has used his star power for a second time to help shut down mining plans spanning a huge area of the Macedon Ranges from Hesket to Pipers Creek and Nulla Vale. The comedian, who calls Romsey home, red-flagged two exploration licence applications on social media last week, showing once again that mining Macedon…
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New gold rush for Victoria?
The next Fosterville Gold Mine could be unearthed in Kyneton as Currawong Resources sets its sights on the region for a five-year exploration licence. The Canadian-backed group has mapped a 280km2 interest area spanning Kyneton and further north, Trentham, Tylden, and to the west of Woodend to expand the company’s activities in the Taradale area.…
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Mine bid withdrawn
People power has halted controversial plans for a mining exploration licence in Macedon Ranges’ east. Comedian Tom Gleeson made clear the plans were no laughing matter in leading a petition to stop Perth-based mining company Macedon Resources from beginning rock chip sampling, mapping and low-impact drilling. The initial proposal was for a 234km2 exploration area…