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NSW Budget – positive but decline in business investment a concern
“ The NSW Government should be commended for delivering a responsible Budget based on strong fiscal discipline that increases investment on essential services and infrastructure while also tackling the state’s debt levels. “The Budget also contains some welcome additional funding for mining region infrastructure. However the Budget also confirms a weakness in NSW business investment, […]
Industry17 June 2014
Knights Fans and Miners pack Hunter Stadium for ‘Voice for Mining Family Day’
“ Over 5,000 miners and their families, along with suppliers and supporters of the industry, packed the stadium helping Newcastle Knights fans make this one of the largest Hunter Stadium crowds in 2014. Alongside the Knights cheerleaders, an honour-guard of miners lined the player’s tunnel to welcome the Knights players on to the ground. […]
Industry8 June 2014
World Class Knights team unveiled ahead of Voice for Mining Family Day
“ Knights Chairman Paul Harragon, former captain Danny Buderus and Tony Butterfield make up a very formidable front row in the World Class Knights team, unveiled today in the lead up to Sunday’s Voice for Mining Family Day at Hunter Stadium. This greatest ever Knights team also includes origin star and now Hunter Valley coal […]
Uncategorized7 June 2014
Further jobs lost as tough times continue
Tough times continue for the NSW mining industry, with job losses across the state as miners continue to battle challenging economic conditions and uncertainty in the NSW planning system. The Australian dollar remains stubbornly high and the a tonne. This is putting significant pressure on a number of operations and miners are working hard […]
Industry5 June 2014
Westpac Rescue Helicopter to deliver game ball to Hunter Stadium
“ Fourth generation coal miner, Kirsty Spiteri, will grab a lift from the Westpac Rescue Helicopter to deliver the Voice for Mining Family Day game ball on 8 June when the Knights take on the Wests Tigers. The will land in Hunter Stadium at halftime of the pre-game Holden Cup, where Kirsty and her […]
Industry4 June 2014
Hundreds of fans choosing their greatest ever World Class Knights team
“ More than 500 footy fans and miners have already chosen their greatest Newcastle Knights line-up ever as the countdown continues to the announcement of the first World Class Knights. As part of this year’s Voice for Mining Family Day celebrations, fans are going head-to-head with mates, colleagues, and a panel of experts, to […]
Industry30 May 2014
Opinion: Greens too quick to write off coal industry
Originally published in The Newcastle Herald. NSW Minerals Council CEO, Stephen Galilee LAST week, Greens senator Lee Rhiannon sought to write the Hunter coal industry’s obituary (Herald, 23/5). It was wishful thinking from the senator, although not surprising, considering she has been on the public record calling for the phasing out of the coal […]
Uncategorized30 May 2014
2014 Exploration Forum Breaks Records
Exploration is clearly a hot topic in NSW, confirmed by a record number of attendees at the NSW Minerals Council’s annual Exploration Forum last week in Sydney. The 2014 Exploration Forum, entitled ‘Beyond the Rocks – Compliance, Community and Environment’ focused on a variety of issues faced in our industry, and how we can […]
Industry29 May 2014
Resources for Regions expansion a step in the right direction
“ “Today’s announcement of the expansion of the Resources for Regions program to include Broken Hill, Cessnock and Maitland is a step in the right direction that will deliver a better deal for more NSW mining communities,” NSW Minerals Council CEO, Stephen Galilee, said. “Resources for Regions is an important initiative that provides critical […]
Infrastructure27 May 2014
Minerals Exploration Forum to focus on Community Engagement
“ The forum, one of the largest of its kind in the country, will discuss the latest leading practices in community engagement, regulatory compliance and environmental management. Presenters include NSW Land and Water Commissioner Jock Laurie, who will make a keynote presentation to the delegates. “This year’s forum has a strong emphasis on […]
Uncategorized21 May 2014
Minerals Taskforce to drive Economy and Employment in NSW Mining Industry
Most people understand the importance of the NSW mining industry in delivering thousands of jobs and underpinning the economic strength of the state. This fact is now officially recognised with NSW Minister for Resources, Anthony Roberts, appointing a new Taskforce charged with developing an Industry Action Plan to drive economic and employment growth in the […]
Industry21 May 2014