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THE FUTURE OF DRAYTON Anglo American ceased mining activities at the case and have made it clear that they will fight SOLDDrayton mine during 2016 and the loss of jobs any applications. COAL MINE AND THE DRAYTON SOUTH PROJECT hurt the community. When the South Drayton The proposed project would see 500 jobs and IS AGAIN THE SUBJECT OF project was refused by the PAC for the 4th time 15 years of coal production and although each in February and Anglo American declaring they application was approved by the Department of MUCH SPECULATION WITH would not make another application, many Planning and Environment it was refused by the ANGLO AMERICAN ENTERING thought that was the end for Drayton South. PAC because of the believed risk to the local horse INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH With the news of the sale many are of the opinion studs and environmental concerns. MALABAR COAL TO SELL THEIR that Malabar Coal would not have agreed to At this time all Anglo American have said about 88.17% SHARE. the purchase without intending to pursue the the sale is that it is subject to several conditions project. The equine industry believe this to be the and its terms are confidential.

THIESS HAS SECURED A $500 MILLION DEAL FOR MINING SERVICES WITH MACH ENERGY AT A BIG DEAL MOUNT PLEASANT. The deal will see Thiess undertake mining operations MACH Energy’s Managing Director Scott at the Muswellbrook mine until 2021 and services Winter remained passionate about supporting will include mine planning and engineering. local businesses and believed the on-going Thiess Managing Director, Michael Wright said benefits provided a sustainable future for the the company was proud to develop the world class broader community. Mount Pleasant coal operation. “We expect Thiess to seek-out those who have the “Our focus is on achieving successful outcomes for right attitude and having a recruitment centre our clients and the community,” he said. “We are based in Muswellbrook opens-up the opportunities very pleased to continue our long-standing presence for workers in the region to become involved in the in the Hunter Valley.” operation,” Mr Winter said. THIESS IS COMMITTED TO OPERATING OUT OF The Mount Pleasant coal mine has an estimated 474 MUSWELLBROOK TO MANAGE THE RECRUITMENT million tonnes of total marketable coal reserves to AND SELECTION FOR THE SITE. be mined.

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With Anzac Day and Worker’s fun this month, doing loops in Memorial Day both taking place an Aerohunter plane, sampling in April, we’ve had the chance to delicious beer at the grand opening remember the lives that have been of Ironbark Hill Vineyard’s new lost whether it’s due to heroic acts brewery or holidaying in the world’s in war or poor safety standards on destination of fun – Sentosa Island. the job. Leading undercarriage For the nerds we’ve got robots and Personally, I think that being a space mining this month and for the miner back in the day and heading revheads check out our driving page underground with just a pick and tools and toys. and shovel would have taken as We showcase some everyday people much courage as heading out onto who prove that with the right solutions and components the battlefield! attitude you can make your mark on Whether our customers need components or complete undercarriage These days safety standards in the world, or stand on top of it! our industry are the best in the We hope you enjoy this world but accidents happen despite solutions, our Hunter Valley team are on hand to provide a full range of month’s edition! the best preventions so always remember to take that extra minute services and technical support to meet every requirement. to do the job safely. It’s also been a whirlwind of

ITM is a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of undercarriage components and complete undercarriage KNIGHTS AND MINING TOGETHER AGAIN solutions. We have the experience and know-how to meet all KNIGHTS AND NSW ORIGIN GREAT two significant contributors to the our customers’ needs: whether they require assistance during PAUL ‘THE CHIEF’ HARRAGON IS AN Hunter community. the design stage or application in the field, service or technical ICON IN THE HUNTER. MANY OF HIS On July 2, this year the Knights support, our experts are always on hand to help our customers to FORMER TEAM MATES CAN STILL will again wear their special hi-vis develop new solutions and deliver innovation. REMEMBER HOW THE CHIEF WOULD mining jersey when they take on RALLY THE KNIGHTS IF THEY WERE the West Tigers at the 2017 Voice for Contact: Paul Jones 0499 976 150 DOING IT TOUGH, REMINDING THEM Mining Family Day at MacDonald Publisher THAT THEY WERE ‘PROUD SONS OF Jones Stadium. Shane Davey COAL MINERS’. Thousands of miners and their [email protected] Just like mining, rugby league has families along with thousands 0408 759 088 Stephen Galilee a long and proud history in the more that work in mining-related PH (02) 6541 3207 CEO, NSW Minerals Council Editor Titan ITM is active in major mining centres worldwide Hunter Valley. Way back in 1908 the businesses are expected to pack Rebecca Connolly 26 Strathmore Rd Muswellbrook NSW Newcastle Rebels were a foundation Hunter Stadium for the Round 17 [email protected] team in the original competition. NRL clash. vest at the gate. We want a show 0408 769 699 ITM TrackAdvice Many current and former Knights Things are looking up for the local of support for miners and their Business Development Manager and their families have worked in mining industry, with commodity families that will make it all the Brett Collier INTELLIGENT TRACK MAINTENANCE local mines. Current Knights winger prices bouncing back and demand way to the decision makers in State [email protected] Nathan Ross virtually stepped out for our coal on the rise. We’re hoping Parliament in Sydney. ITM TrackAdvice analyses all the data generated during inspection 0456 737 888 of an underground mine and into a for a big show of support for our and forwards the results to our experts who are always on hand to We want our politicians to see that Editorial Contributor Knights jersey. miners and mining communities give the best advice and assistance: specialized staff, available 24 a strong mining industry means a Daniel James hours a day, 365 days a year. They, in turn, provide the necessary This great link between mining right across NSW at this year’s Voice strong local economy and more jobs Design suggestions to ensure maximum productivity, greater durability and and Rugby League is one of the for Mining Family Day. for local people and their families. lower maintenance costs. Catch Creative reasons the Knights host the As with previous years, we want our Let’s show our support for the @ The Coalface Voice for Mining Family Day miners, their families and mining Newcastle Knights and our Hunter 7B/169 John Street in Newcastle every year. It’s an supporters to wear their high-vis miners at this year’s event. awesome event that brings together workwear to the game or grab a free Singleton NSW 2330

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recommendations of the review and is modelling best practice and deploying resources to where they are most needed. The strategy is focusing on targeted assessments and interventions, critical controls, centralised industry reporting and the role human and organisational factors play in the success or failure of control measures. The NSW Resources Regulator will continue to work and communicate with stakeholders as further changes are implemented. With mining responsible for employing so many people across our state it’s important we set the highest standards and ensure best practice is always in place at all sites. Our State has an impressive health and safety track record, which is a testament to the collaboration and dedication of government and industry in the sector - but I won’t be complacent. Workplace health and safety is everyone’s responsibility. We must continue to work together to SAFETY FIRST deliver the best possible health and industry stakeholders. safety outcomes every day. THE LAST FRIDAY IN APRIL MARKED WORLD DAY FOR SAFETY AND This reform ensures that the HEALTH AT WORK AND IT GOT ME THINKING ABOUT THE WORK WE regulator is delivering on the ARE DOING WITH THE NSW COAL MINING INDUSTRY. be singled out for special attention Improving the work, health and All mine site operators are and us guys get a little bit tired of safety performance of the mining required to systematically and that special attention from time to LETTEREACH MONTH @FROM THE COALFACE YOU industry in this State is a priority comprehensively manage risk time. Where are the special Men in FEATURES SOME FEEDBACK for our Government. through a safety management Mining Awards? It pisses me off to FROM OUR READERS. WE WANT system. This system must be honest. I believe it is now time With around 21,000 people TO HEAR YOUR OPINIONS ON address all risks relating to to simply award recognition based employed directly by the industry EVERYTHING – THE GOOD, THE in NSW, protecting our workers their operations. on doing a good job regardless of BAD AND THE INTERESTING. which way you go to the loo. is a responsibility we take The NSW Resources Regulator DROP US A LINE. extremely seriously. is also implementing the Mine If we want true equality then we I believe NSW has strong, Safety Regulatory Reform: Dear Editor, have to treat everyone the same practical legislation in place to Incident Prevention Strategy, in What is it with all this women in and I know plenty of men and regulate work, health and safety consultation with the Mine Safety mining stuff? And no I am not women in the mines who feel the performance in mining. Advisory Council and external against women working in the same as I do. industry quite the opposite. My Jack - Singleton missus drives haul trucks and I We here @ The Coalface don’t know plenty in other areas as well totally disagree and it has been PH 02 4964 8113 and they do a good job. said to us more than a few times. ‘AVE A ritedrill.com.au The point I want to make is that Women are playing an increasingly while all this equality stuff is all important role in all areas of our LAUGH WITH well and good the very nature of industry and if we are going to My Dad was a great magician. singling out the girls for special have a mining woman of the year attention creates a few divisions we at least should look at having a One time, he walked down the in itself. Why can’t we all just be mining man of the year. Or better street and turned into a bar. recognised for who we are – miners. yet we would love to see a woman Women or blokes, we all do a lot of winning a non-gender specific the same jobs yet the girls seem to award for miner of the year. PROVIDER OF HIGH QUALITY MINING AND CIVIL INFRASTRUCTURE

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Since 2012, Glencore’s Liddell mine has been The second phase of the trial conducted over undertaking cattle grazing trials on rehabilitated 12 months using 20 steers found cattle grazed mine land to determine whether rehabilitated on rehabilitation pastures still gained weight, pastures can successfully sustain cattle grazing to although the difference was less than the first trial, the same extent as un-mined land. with the steers on rehabilitated land 17kg heavier By monitoring the livestock, soil and vegetation per head. CONSULT. over the study they hope to establish guidelines The third trial found a substantial increase REMEMBER OUR MINERS on ways to create and maintain rehabilitation with 54kg per head heavier steers on the LAST MONTH WE DID A STORY ON COAL MINER JOSEPH HENRY areas and to prove cattle grazing is a suitable rehabilitated land. LITTLEFIELD ‘HARRY’, WHO LEFT HIS MINERS LAMP BEHIND AT rehabilitation option. These positive results show cattle on rehabilitated NEATH HOTEL WHEN HE WENT OFF TO FIGHT IN WORLD WAR 1. The initial trial involved two groups of 30 land grew quicker and had a greater fat coverage THAT WAS ONLY THE START OF HARRY’S STORY AND MANY MINERS DELIVER. Charbray steers positioned on either the natural allowing for better returns at sale. Glencore has JUST LIKE HIM. or rehabilitated land and after 18 months yet to complete the study but these initial results they identified that overall the cattle on the indicate another successful use for rehabilitated Harry and many other survivors of Barry said, “Many miners like Harry rehabilitated pasture were 79kg heavier per head. mine land. Gallipoli were then thrown into an didn’t come home when they could insane battle in July 1916 in Pozières have because they wanted to stay MAINTAIN. France. 16,000 men were wounded and help their mates. Their history and 7,000 were killed. Of those who has been overlooked so it’s great to sacrificed their lives, 4,112 of them see the support of CFMEU.” have never been found or identified. CFMEU were honored to be part of A LITTLE JOY This is over 12% of the losses for the presentation with members Australia in WW1 and it happened Todd Hardy and David Simm OPERATIONAL & MAINTENANCE SERVICES in only 6 weeks. presenting Neath Hotel owners The Battle has never been David and Michelle Horton with the GOES A LONG WAY commemorated by Australia and shovel and a certificate. the tremendous sacrifice made Todd said it was important to SKILLED LABOUR KOMATSU LIMITED HAS PURCHASED JOY GLOBAL INC. FOR $2.89 BILLION. THAT’S A HECK OF A by these young Australian men is recognise all the miners who LONG WAY FROM WHERE IT ALL BEGAN. largely unknown to most of us. sacrificed their lives and the story of Barry Gracey is the President of the Harry and all his comrades should TRAINING & COMPLIANCE Pozières Remembrance Association not be forgotten. In 1895, 12-year-old Joseph Francis Joy went milestones in the history of underground mining which was established to bring “These miners fought for what they to work as a slate picker in a coal mine in mechanisation. He pioneered new concepts in the recognition that is deserved to Cumberland, Maryland, which eventually led to hydraulics, modern control and power circuits, believed in alongside their mates OPERATIONS ENGINEERING SUPPORT these men and ensure their legacy and in doing so many of them gave him working underground with a range of hand trackless mining equipment, efficient gearing lives on. held augers, picks and shovels. and seal designs and many other industry firsts. up their lives. It’s now over 100 When an entrenching tool was years later but being there for your It sparked a passion in him for ways to His company Joy Mining Machinery is the largest recently discovered at the site and mates is still what we are all about.” SUSTAINING CAPITAL WORKS mechanise the coal mining progress (or perhaps producer of high productivity underground given to Barry he realised that the SACRIFICE A FEW he was simply looking for ways to make his mining machinery in the world and accounts for digging tool could have belonged own job easier) and in 1919 he obtained his first over half of Joy Global’s total revenue. Komatsu DOLLARS TO KEEP THE MEMORY ALIVE to Harry or a young miner just like The association is building a patent on a gathering arm type loader and Joy has not only purchased a company which is a him and so he decided to present it Memorial Park at Pozieres for these Mining Machinery was born. world leader in mining, but also has played an to the Neath Hotel where it could brave men who made the ultimate instrumental part in making mining what it Over his lifetime, Joy accumulated 190 patents sit with Harry’s mining lamp and sacrifice. You can help by going to is today. JOSEPH FRANCIS JOY and his major inventions were recognised at commemorate his memory. their website and purchasing a brick AWARE OF THE CONTRIBUTION for $50 which will be used to build OF ALL THE MINERS IN THE GREAT part of the wall. The brick can be WAR, BARRY CONTACTED THE inscribed with your name or a loved CFMEU TO BE A PART OF THIS one who bravely gave up their life. 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Feng Weizhong is the General Renewable energy is good, but for Manager of Waigaoqiao Number China, and for other countries, 3 Power Station, a large Shanghai depending only on renewables power plant that is using the latest makes no sense. We can’t discuss in clean coal technology which is power without discussing coal and light years ahead compared to what so we are bringing new life to an CHINA we have here in Australia. old industry.” The plant produces 138 per cent as China’s national energy much electricity as the Yallourn administration has enlisted Mr. coal-fired plant in Victoria’s Latrobe Weizhong to help in renovating Valley and yet only emits 13 per cent outdated power plants and CLEANSSOME SAY CLEAN COAL IS A MYTH. AS THE WORLDUP LEADER as much carbon dioxide equivalent. developing new ones that meet its IN COAL GENERATION EFFICIENCY AND EMISSIONS, CHINA IS Efficiency wise, (measuring how growing need to make more energy PROVING THAT CLEAN COAL IS REAL. much of the energy in the coal ends from lower fuel inputs, while up as electricity) it is 166 per cent emitting far less pollution and that of Yallourn. carbon dioxide. How do they do this? “Simple!” China plans to keep reducing coal Mr. Weizhing says, “It’s clean coal! use and power station emissions while relying on coal to provide at least 55 per cent of its massive energy demand for decades to come. Here in Australia many of our power stations are coming offline or are using outdated technology even as our energy demands are growing. We have the technology to build large capacity power stations with much lower pollution levels that what we are using. So, why aren’t we? Investors are shying away from any new clean coal projects because of the uncertainty in our energy future and because of the vocal opposition against coal. For a new project to get off the ground it will likely take government support which as we all know changes from week to week. FENG WEIZHONG

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CHLOE ON THE SUMMIT OF it meant moving away from my a permanent Environmental MT KOSCIUSKO family I thought the benefits far and Community Officer and outweighed any hesitations I had. continued to grow and learn under So, in 2009 I moved to Singleton Glencore’s support. and started at United Collieries in ‘AVE A Chloe’s dedication and hard work Jerry’s Plain. I then went on to Bulga clearly paid off as late last year she PH 02 4964 8113 ritedrill.com.au Open Cut and then Mangoola where I LAUGH WITH became Integra Underground’s spent 7 years.” Environment and Community What’s the difference between in-laws and outlaws? Outlaws are wanted. Chloe said it was important to Manager, a role that has her learn about both open cut and leading a dynamic team to ensure by Glencore is not to just stay and wildlife and I have attained underground mining and this was environmental compliance and compliant but to go beyond and skills to see that it’s restored to a supported as part of her graduate community engagement is not exceed expectations. condition that we can all enjoy. program. At the completion of her just done, but done well. Chloe’s At the same time, I am part of an “I love the job and working with so graduate program she became goal which is strongly supported industry that contributes so much to many varied specialists to achieve our society and our economy.” the best possible solution. My passion is strategic planning and Her choice to enter the mining working towards achieving the best industry has not only brought Chloe possible outcome. We hold ourselves a career that most of us would envy, CHLOE REACHES to account and work to set new but she also met her partner James Glencore was out it in force on the evening to support not just standards and that’s what keeps me through the industry. He’s also an Chloe, but also Tiffany Hunt who excited to go to work every day.” Environmental Specialist and so he was one of the three finalists for CHLOE’S PASSIONATE ABOUT THE understands and supports Chloe’s the Outstanding Tradeswoman/ ENVIRONMENT ON THE JOB AND OFF passion and commitment to her job. NEW HEIGHTS Operator/Technician category. When she’s not at work she’s out WHAT’S IN STORE FOR THE FUTURE experiencing our environment first A PASSION FOR “The coal industry here in the WHETHER IT’S STANDING ON THE SUMMIT OF MT KOSCIUSKO OR WINNING THE EXCEPTIONAL YOUNG hand. She’s visited Canada to see THE ENVIRONMENT STARTED IT ALL Hunter still has a long future ahead WOMAN IN NSW MINING AWARD AT THE RECENT 2017 INDUSTRY AND SUPPLIER AWARDS, CHLOE PIGGFORD polar bears, trekked through Alaska’s Chloe’s passion for the environment of it, so there are endless possibilities IS CLIMBING HER WAY TO THE TOP. national parks and is planning her and outdoors made pursuing for what’s in store for me. Right now, next trip to the Arctic to see the a Bachelor of Environmental I’m focusing on the work ahead in caribou run across the snowy tundra. Engineering at the University of my role at Integra. We have approval At 29 and already a manager at Chloe’s not one for the spotlight our industry for those prepared to Just a couple of weeks ago she stood Queensland a no brainer. for two longwalls and we also have Integra Underground, it’s easy to see but she realised that by winning work for it. on the summit of Mt Kosciusko when With the option to head into a exploration underway so my team why this unassuming young woman the award she was representing all most of us were probably enjoying a variety of different industries at and I have a lot of work ahead of us.” took home first prize. the people out there in our industry “The awards are great for drawing lazy weekend on the lounge. the completion of her degree, Chloe attention to all the great things As for the awards Chloe is just Chloe said when she first found out who just get the job done. Her decided mining was her choice. Chloe said that though some people that people and companies in our happy that the industry is receiving she was nominated she was shocked quick progression from a graduate “I felt that mining offered more may think that being a passionate to manager is a story that will industry are achieving. It promotes recognition and that all the and humbled and that the last thing diversity and more possibilities CHLOE PIGGFORD IS advocate for sustainability while she expected was to win, especially hopefully inspire others to pursue a collaboration and encourages you to than other industries. I was thrilled THE WINNER OF THE working in the mining industry hardworking men and women have a career in mining and showcase the go above and beyond. It’s a privilege EXCEPTIONAL YOUNG chance to see their efforts rewarded. considering the other strong to start a graduate program with WOMAN IN MINING AWARD might not seem compatible, for her contenders in the category. amazing opportunities available in to be part of that.” Chloe said. Xstrata (now Glencore) and though it’s a perfect fit. “I love the outdoors Congratulations Chloe!

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As the Specialised Health and Safety SAFETY IS THE NUMBER ONE Scheme for the NSW coal mining PRIORITY FOR EVERYONE WHILE industry, Coal Services plays an AT WORK AND WE SHOULD A DAY TO REMEMBER important role in helping to attain ALWAYS STOP AND THINK BEFORE that goal. DOING ANYTHING THAT COULD ON FRIDAY 28TH APRIL, IT WAS WORLD DAY FOR SAFETY AND HEALTH Managing Director/CEO of Coal JEOPARDISE IT. INTERESTED IN CONSTRUCTION AT WORK BUT EVERY DAY OF THE YEAR WE SHOULD PUT OUR HEALTH Services, Lucy Flemming said Here are 5 simple steps to follow: AND SAFETY FIRST. Workers’ Memorial Day is a reminder WORK AT MOUNT PLEASANT? of the importance of continuous 1. Stop and really think about improvement in the areas of health the job All the major contracts for the construction phase have now The day was not only to bring the early 1800’s. and safety. 2. Look around carefully for hazards been awarded. awareness to work health and safety, Today, safety is first and foremost “Our multi-pronged approach Various roles are now available including construction plant operators; but was also Workers’ Memorial Day, 3. Talk with your mates about what and ensuring that it remain so focuses on the four key pillars of labourers; building, mechanical and electrical trades people. a day to stop and remember those could go wrong takes a collective effort between prevention, detection, enforcement who have died on the job. 4. Decide how you can all make it Women, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, local residents employers, employees, government, and education, and we are constantly and trainees are strongly encouraged to apply. More than 1800 mine workers have unions and stakeholders working working with industry to ensure safer for everyone been killed in Hunter Valley coal towards a goal of zero harm for workplace injuries and illnesses are 5. Don’t start the job until everyone Email your interest to mines since mining began back in our industry. avoided,” Ms Flemming said. is clear about how to do it safely [email protected] START WORK NOW! GUY HIGGINS, PRINCIPAL OF SINGLETON lOOKiNG fOR The RiGhT JOb RiGhT NOW? PHYSIOTHERAPY AND ALLIED HEALTH

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The Drayton name is WITH 10 BEERS AND 2 Scottish Strong Ale, Brexit The building is all open and the cellar door. It also has a synonymous with wine, but CIDERS ON OFFER, ALL AT English Ale or Hefeweizen it’s fascinating to have a look chapel, function room and for Peter Drayton it was time THE REASONABLE PRICE (have fun asking for that at the insides of the brewery accommodation and with all to diversify from the family OF $5 A MIDDY OR $7 A one!) as well the classic pear where all the magic happens, of this it’s little wonder that tradition and so he set about SCHOONER, PLUS THE and apple ciders, it’s lots of and soon people will have the they do tons of weddings building a brewery on his OPTION FOR TAKEAWAY fun trying to decide with option to do more than look. each year. Ironbark Hill property. BEER, WE HIGHLY your mates which is the best. They will be letting groups Live entertainment is Lot 225 With the grand opening RECOMMEND DIVERTING They’ve also got a great can come along and brew up planned for Friday evenings 5130 m² PAST HERMITAGE ROAD their own beer, and of course bringing in a huge crowd to selection of food on offer that and Sunday afternoons Lot 201 show their support, and of ON YOUR WAY HOME OR will perfectly compliment drink afterwards! and the combination of course sample the new beers HEADING OUT ON YOUR your beer – chicken wings, The property on Hermitage beer, wine and music, all 4059 m² and new menu, it looks like DAY OFF. pizza, burgers, ploughman’s Road doesn’t just house in a beautiful and relaxed Lot 224 the decision will certainly be With great beers (and great and cheese platters and even the new brewery, wine setting, make this venue a SOLD Lot 202 the right one. names) like Old Nessie meals for the kiddies. lovers can still check out must to visit. SOLD Lot 223 4056 m² Lot 226 ELVIN Lot 203

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