BVPA letters to Minister Kelly (Planning) and Minister Costa (Water)

The Bylong Valley Protection Alliance Inc has today sent letters to Minister Kelly (Planning) and Minister Costa (Water), requesting – as a matter of urgency ‑ that the NSW Government commit to undertaking an expert study of the hydrology of the Greater Bylong Valley Area (and the Upper Goulburn River Catchment more generally) – and that no further/new approvals for mining leases or exploration licences be processed until such a study is completed.

We have asked that our concerns are investigated immediately and that a response outlining their Departments’ proposed actions is provided as soon as is practicable (and preferably prior to the end of this month, given the current status of the Mt Penny project proposal). We have also asked that the ministers undertake to accept a delegation from the Bylong Valley Protection Alliance to meet with themselves and appropriate staff to discuss these matters as a matter of priority.

A copy of the letter itself is attached.

I encourage those of you who are so inclined to write to the Ministers as well, expressing your support for our calls.

With best regards,



CRAIG
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Craig Shaw
Interim Secretary
Bylong Valley Protection Alliance

Phone:
  (0411) 101988

Email:
  bylongmining@craigshaw.com.au

Websites:
  www.bvpa.org.au
  www.craigshaw.com.au/bylongmining