Bowdens amended EIS

What is going on? Proposed Lead Mine at Lue: Submissions are called for the Amended EIS for this project. So many questions – so much confusion… Why have Bowdens submitted an amended EIS for their proposed lead mine? A powerline requires realignment, but this was not assessed within the initial […]

Climate Kelpies to the rescue

How much do you really understand about the ENSO (El Niño Southern Oscillation), the IOD (Indian Ocean Dipole, also known as Indy), and the Sub-tropical Ridge? A fun, easy-to-follow explanation of these terms (and a few others, that are often used in long-range forecasts) has been developed. The website Climate Kelpie has […]

Concern for the Macquarie Marshes

The beautiful Macquarie Marshes are irreplaceable. This stunning natural feature is on the Ramsar List as a wetland of international significance. The Marshes hold important cultural sites for the Wailwan People. The ecosystem is unique and a vital breeding site for migratory birds. Plans to build a massive new super […]

ABC Central West reports: ‘The Drip’ incomplete protection

FROM ABC CENTRAL WEST FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ abccentralwest/posts/ 3469880096365483 Protection has been secured for a rock formation of Aboriginal significance near Mudgee. The NSW Government has announced 33 hectares, which are home to ‘The Drip’, have been compulsory acquired from mining company Moolarben Coal. The Energy and Environment Minister Matt Kean […]