DID you know that an application for mineral exploration which may affect your property has been made? The public notice in our local Mail indicates that the area to be explored covers most of the southern side of Healesville – from Don Road Recreation Reserve out to Mt Toolebewong, including all of Badger Creek and most of the area inbetween.
All minerals in the State of Victoria belong to the people of Victoria and are therefore the property of the Crown (unless subject to a minerals exemption).
These include mineral resources located beneath private land to which access may be required for the purpose of exploration and/or mining.
Exploration for minerals is generally the first in a series of activities towards the development of mineral resources.
It usually involves low-impact geological assessments, which determine the location of potential sites.
More intrusive exploration may follow in order to identify the size, grade and relevant characteristics of the resource, and to determine the economic viability of its development.
If you are concerned about this application more information is available in the public notice – the contact details for the company are 0468 439 928 or email telesinc@gmail.com.
Coincidentally, the film Frackman will be shown at the Memo on Wednesday 3 June at 7pm which is about coal seam gas mining, land ownership and choices.
Jeanette McRae
Healesville
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