THREAT IS NOW REAL

Centennial have recently applied to extend exploration licences onto lands from Ilford to Round Swamp.
Even exploratory drilling can result in the dissappearance of springs. The larger threat of new open cut mines in the region is now on the cards.
With the rapid expansion in demand for export coal, there are plans to extend existing mines in the area and to establish new ones. This is of great concern because there are many examples of coal mining impacting adversely on water supplies. In the case of mining below aquifers such as that which exists at Mt Vincent, the geological strata is disturbed and the result is often like pulling a bath plug - the water supply is drained and the springs and bores dry up.
We understand and appreciate the role that coal mining has played in the development of our community but any mining that threatens, damages or depletes the underground water supplies in this region must not be permitted to proceed. There is too much at risk. Our springs are an ongoing valuable water resource for generations to come. They must not be destroyed for short-term gain.
You are invited to join us to protect our underground water supply, our land and our livelihoods on Friday 12th February 7pm at Running Stream Hall.