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Tulip Time events rained out in Bowral

Travel and Tourism - Tue, 05/10/2010 - 03:18
Poor weather in the Southern Highlands at the weekend caused the cancellation of a number of Tulip Time events in Bowral.
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Lake Bonney tourist numbers bounce back

Travel and Tourism - Tue, 05/10/2010 - 01:22
A Barmera tourism operator says a more positive perception of Lake Bonney has helped bring tourists back to the region.
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Long weekend swimmers stay safe

Travel and Tourism - Mon, 04/10/2010 - 23:34
It has been a good start for the peak tourism season on the New South Wales far south coast, with beaches remaining incident-free during the long weekend.
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Forum seeks farming-mining balance

Mining - Mon, 04/10/2010 - 22:14
The Queensland Resources Council (QRC) says it understands the concerns of farmers who are facing an influx of mining projects in their regions.
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Billion dollar mine plan to board soon

Mining - Mon, 04/10/2010 - 20:39
The board of global miner, Xstrata, is expected to consider approving the development of the Ravensworth North super pit in the Hunter Valley before the end of the year.
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New plaintiff takes on PNG dumping case

Mining - Mon, 04/10/2010 - 07:20
A legal battle to stop a mine dumping its waste into the sea in Papua New Guinea is back on after the original plaintiffs pulled out.
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Fortescue sees record iron ore exports

Mining - Mon, 04/10/2010 - 04:47
Fortescue Metals says it achieved a record export iron ore output last month.
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Another boat stopped off Christmas Island

Immigration - Mon, 04/10/2010 - 02:35
Border protection authorities have stopped a boat carrying 71 asylum seekers near Christmas Island.
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Hope for road sealing to boost park visitors

Travel and Tourism - Mon, 04/10/2010 - 01:17
The Shire of Northampton hopes the sealing of a road into the popular Kalbarri National Park will lead to more visitors.
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Snow season winds up

Travel and Tourism - Sun, 03/10/2010 - 19:41
The Cooma Visitors Centre in the New South Wales south east says it's been a year of mixed fortunes for Snowy tourism, as the ski season winds up.
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Mine rejects claim staff acted inappropriately

Mining - Sun, 03/10/2010 - 19:39
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UNHCR welcomes asylum freeze lift

Immigration - Sat, 02/10/2010 - 01:54
The United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR) has welcomed the Federal Government's decision to lift a freeze on the processing of Afghan asylum seeker claims.
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Miner rejects environmental snub claims

Mining - Fri, 01/10/2010 - 02:55
Northern Energy Corporation has dismissed claims the Queensland Government has rejected the environmental plan for its proposed coal mine near Maryborough in the state's south-east.
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Go ahead given for clearing at gas hub site

Mining - Fri, 01/10/2010 - 02:45
The Broome Shire has approved Woodside's application to clear vegetation and drill for water at James Price Point.
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Mining company offering incentives for accommodation

Mining - Fri, 01/10/2010 - 01:50
Residents of Moranbah, south-west of Mackay in Queensland's central highlands, say a mining company is offering cash incentives to workers to move out of homes in the area.
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Delays after Qantas check-in system crash

Travel and Tourism - Fri, 01/10/2010 - 01:06
The Qantas baggage check-in system at Sydney Airport has crashed this morning.
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Drugs haul worries mining authority

Mining - Fri, 01/10/2010 - 00:16
The Department of Mines and Petroleum says it is alarmed by the results of a recent police drug operation targeting fly-in, fly-out workers.
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Protest at Broome shire over gas hub

Mining - Fri, 01/10/2010 - 00:12
Broome residents have held a protest at a local shire council meeting, demanding the shire actively oppose the State Government's plans for a gas hub just north of the town.
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Explanation sought over uranium mine decision

Mining - Thu, 30/09/2010 - 23:46
Uranium exploration company Cameco says the Northern Territory Government's decision to oppose a mining project near Alice Springs will have industry-wide implications.
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Name change for Bendigo Mining

Mining - Thu, 30/09/2010 - 23:10
Bendigo Mining says its proposed new company name reflects its broadening asset base while retaining its link to Bendigo.
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