Rare Earth Mining

In reply to the Hon. B.R. HOOD ().13 November 2024).

The Hon. C.M. SCRIVEN (Minister for Primary Industries and Regional Development, Minister for Forest Industries): The Minister for Energy and Mining has advised:

All mining applications are subject to comprehensive and transparent environmental and social impact assessment processes. This process includes opportunities for stakeholders to share their views of the project at both the development and assessment stages.

The Department for Energy and Mining (DEM) website contains substantial guidance on the process delivered via a range of information and technical documents.

Given the expertise and involvement of DEM's staff in relation to this matter, relevant DEM staff are continuing to meet with the association and other stakeholders.