The NSW government has announced the approval of the controversial Moorlarben mine near Mudgee NSW.
The Greens were challenging the mine, stating that the mine will increase greenhouse gas emissions by 5.3 per cent a year and use 6.9 megalitres of water each day.
However, NSW Planning Minister Frank Sartor said “It’s just not tenable to refuse a [...]
(Update No 2: 3 September 2007)
Have you been following the unfolding story of the rescue attempts at the Crandall Canyon mine? I want to share some links to video clips, pictures and other illustrations to help you understand the situation at Crandall Canyon. I will continue to update this as the story unfolds.
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How many of you read the article in The Australian where plumbers are in such short supply in Port Hedland that they are being flown in from Perth?
Apparently, the mining boom in the far north of Western Australia has left the town short of plumbers, mechanics and other trades personnel. The local trades people are [...]