The
Department of Mineral Resources is the lead agency in mine site environment
management and control inNew South Wales. The
Department introduced a Mining, Rehabilitation and Environmental Management Plan
(MREMP) process several years ago in order to integrate the activities of other
government agencies who may have a material interest at the mine site.
The MREMP process has resulted in a spirit of trust and
co-operation between agencies and between agencies and mining companies. The
spirit of co-operation has been reflected in greater public confidence that
mining is environmentally responsible.