Leard State Forest and surrounding farmlands, near Narrabri, are threatened by proposals for three new or expanded open-cut coal mines. Together they will form a mega mine-complex that will clear at least 5,000ha of land and produce 23 million tonnes of coal each year. It is estimated that the mines will collectively result in 18,000 tonnes of dust landing on adjoining farmland. The mines represent an enormous threat to the critically endangered forest, the health of the local community, and the future of our climate. The forest is home to the Koala and the Masked Owl and the farmland of Maules Ck to the north is productive grazing country on the rich, deep soils of the northern Liverpool Plains. Conservation and farming have reached a kind of equilibrium here that will be totally destroyed by open-cut coal mining. Our quiet rural community will be transformed into a gigantic industrial zone. Help us save this unique and beautiful area from destruction.
Further information from 2012 website:
The Maules Creek Community Council (MCCC) was formed on the 25th of July 2010 at a community meeting to address the concerns of residents regarding the new coal and gas developments in the local area. The council members were elected from local community members to provide a body to educate and inform the community and to provide a representative group. Beyond Zero Emissions is a private foundation working to eliminate Greenhouse Gasemissions. In order to move the debate on, BZE provide a detailed analysis of how Australia could go to 100% baseload power using renewables in 10 years for $8 per household per week.
Where are the Gas Fields in the Northern Gunnedah Basin?
Here is an article containing a map of the region outlining the companies involved and their ownership, the exploration “acreages”, project status and districts inwhich they are working. No Trespass Signs – Download – A4 size printable sign to ensure that all visitors contact you in advance and are invited onto your land.