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Increased level of illegal activity by activists highlights need for tough action
“ The increased level of illegal action by extreme antimining protesters highlights the need for the state government to implement tougher deterrents for those who chose to break the law in this way, NSW Minerals Council CEO, Stephen Galilee said today. “Over the last few years we’ve seen the unprecedented mobilisation of professional antimining activists, who move […]
Industry23 February 2015
‘Nut job’ Greens should be held to account: Minister
NSW Minister for Resources and Energy, Anthony Roberts, has slammed The Greens Party and is calling on the media to hold them to account for policies that are rejected by a majority of the community. Speaking at the Hunter Business Chamber’s Mining Lunch in Newcastle with Shadow Minister, Steve Whan, Minister Roberts said that […]
Industry18 February 2015
Support for sensible policy making on mining from major parties
Spokesmen on mining for the NSW Government and the Labor Opposition are committing to sensible policy making on planning and environmental management in the next term of government. With the NSW state election just weeks away, Minister for Resources and Energy, Anthony Roberts, and Shadow Minister, Steve Whan, have both stated their support for […]
Industry18 February 2015
NSW Mining Beyond 2015 – A plan for the next NSW government
“ Fixing the NSW Planning System; better infrastructure for mining communities; and greater protection from illegal access safety risks headline the NSW Minerals Council plan to strengthen NSW mining beyond 2015, launched today in the lead up to the state election. The plan outlines the policy priorities needed to ensure mining is able to deliver […]
Environment17 February 2015
Professional activist groups should have tax deductibility status removed
“ Professional anti-mining activist groups who engage in illegal protests or who encourage others to do so should not qualify for tax deductibility NSW Minerals Council CEO, Stephen Galilee said today. “There are activist groups out there that campaign against the livelihood of mining workers and their families; who engage in illegal protests that […]
Industry16 February 2015
Greens anti-coal platform would destroy Illawarra and NSW economy
“ The Greens plan to end coal mining in the Illawarra and across NSW within five years would drive up electricity prices, destroy thousands of Illawarra jobs, threaten thousands of Illawarra businesses, and destroy the Illawarra economy. ‘The Greens have shown once again that they are living in a parallel universe. Coal is our […]
Environment9 February 2015
NSW Mining presenting live radio broadcast for Newcastle Knights season launch
The start of the NRL season is coming and to celebrate the announcement of the third Voice for Mining Family Day at Hunter Stadium we are presenting KOFM’s live broadcast at a major event for Newcastle Knights fans.Pictured: KOFM breakfast show presenters Steve G and Tanya Wilks showing us their colours for Voice for Mining […]
Industry5 February 2015
Bengalla and Moolarben extensions protect local jobs
Local jobs in the Upper Hunter and Mudgee have been protected as the Planning Assessment Commission yesterday approved extensions for Coal and Allied’s Bengalla project and Yancoal’s Moolarben project. “The 362 mining workers and their families at Bengalla now have a certain future and up to 450 jobs at Moolarben have been protected,” NSW […]
Industry3 February 2015
Pike’s Coal miner artwork to feature in prestigious Max Watters collection
Two pieces from Christine Pike’s ‘Coal Miners’ exhibition have been purchased by Max Watters for his prestigious permanent collection. Pictured: Christine Pike with one eye-catching piece selected for the prestigious collection Muswellbrook Regional Arts Centre is currently displaying over one hundred works by Christine Pike of men and women working at mine sites across […]
Industry21 January 2015
Impractical claims by ‘clueless’ anti-coal campaigners being exposed
Minerals Council of Australia CEO, Brendan Pearson is slamming Greens activists and related vested interests, who he says are “clueless” on energy and the practicality of fulfilling the world’s vast energy needs with 100% renewable energy. Pictured: Brendan Pearson – Source: smh.com.au A new analysis of data from the International Energy Agency has found […]
Industry20 January 2015
NSW Mining’s ongoing support for Westpac Rescue Choppers
“ The NSW minerals industry will extend its 30-year partnership with the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service for a further three years with a further contribution of $270,000. “The service the Westpac Rescue choppers provide to our industry and to our communities in the Hunter and Northern NSW is invaluable,” NSW Minerals Council Chair, Stefanie Loader […]
Uncategorized20 January 2015