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FREE FREE CHEESEBURGER FROM MACCAS! DRAYTON SOUTH Vol 1 No 8: May - June 2017 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. THE MRS GROUP IS AUSTRALIAN BASED SUPPLYING TECHNICAL AND STRATEGIC SERVICES IN THE MINING, OIL & AND GLOBALLY ACTIVE GAS, CONSTRUCTION AND RESOURCES INDUSTRIES MRS GROUP IS PROUD TO ANNOUNCE ITS EXPANDED CAPABILITIES IN THE HUNTER VALLEY. MRS GROUP IS THE COMBINED STRENGTH AND CAPABILITIES OF: www.mrsplc.net PROJECT MANAGEMENT | LABOUR HIRE | MAINTENANCE | PLANT HIRE 1300 781 960 @ THE COALFACE PLAY IT SAFE THIS MONTH SAFETY HAS BEEN FOREMOST IN OUR MINDS AS WE PAY TRIBUTE AND REMEMBER LIVES LOST. 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 MEASUREMENT QUICK AND ACCURATE DATA AUTOMATICALLY IN THE FIELD COLLECTION OF TRANSFERRED TO WITH THE UNDERCARRIAGE CENTRALISED DATABASE PH 02 6572 2032 ULTRASONIC TOOL. INSPECTION DATA. FOR REPORT GENERATION. morganengineering.com.au 159 MAISON DIEU ROAD SINGLETON APP BLUETOOTH CLOUD SERVICE EXPERIENCE • QUALITY • RELIABILITY GENERAL ENGINEERING CNC MACHINING MOBILE LINE BORING SOLUTIONS WELD RECLAMATION LIQUID NITROGEN SERVICE & SUPPLY CATERPILLAR SERVICE EXCHANGE COMPONENTS LIGHT FABRICATION www.group-itm.com @ THE COALFACE | MAY - JUNE 2017 3 @ THE COALFACE 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.