Mining operations produce a great deal of wealth from small areas of land. Production values into the millions of dollars per hectare are common. Through government regulation the action of mining companies are now being directed towards the provision of a second land use following the completion of mining. This paper describes the legislative process for mining companies and provides specific information on works in the Cobar area. A case study of a typical mining development in Cobar is given, and the legislative and practical relationships with landholders are described.
Full-text publications from the Australian Rangelands Society (ARS) Biennial Conference Proceedings (1997-), Rangeland Journal (ARS/CSIRO; 1976-), plus videos and other resources about the rangelands of Australia.