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What do you think are some of the benefits of having mining in the back yard?
An opportunity to increase our declining district population, which is important to maintain and grow our local services and business. The Eyre Peninsula would benefit from an alternate long term industry. Our Council Community plan has an objective of seeking another industry to support growth and development for our region, along with creating local career opportunities.
We would hope to see increased patronage of our existing businesses and recreational entities, job and training opportunities, improved infrastructure such as roads, rail and airport. It would give people local employment options and career paths – not just in mining but in a variety of support services.
A good working relationship with mining in the back yard has potential to provide improved access to services such as communication, power and emergency services.
Read the full Q&A in the summer 2016 edition of Resourcing SA
