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Balaclava Island Coal Export Terminal Project

Response to community concerns regarding local ecosystems

November 2011

Xstrata Coal is conducting scientific studies and detailed planning to ensure the proposed Balaclava Island Coal Export Terminal can coexist with local ecosystems once it is built.

The results of these studies will be included in an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the project, which is due to be released for public comment early next year. The EIS will assess the likely environmental, social, economic and cultural heritage impacts of the project.

It will also recommend how the proposed terminal should be built and operated to preserve the long-term health, function and viability of the natural environment.

The EIS involves consultation with both the Australian and Queensland Governments, local councils and nearby communities.

Xstrata Coal takes the concerns of the community very seriously and is actively using the EIS process to consider and respond to all potential issues. Xstrata Coal has conducted a series of community meetings throughout the region to provide all interested parties with the opportunity to raise concerns and learn about the proposed terminal.  

Read more about Xstrata Coal's response to community concerns in our latest media release.

Draft Terms of Reference released

On 26 February 2011 the Queensland Coordinator-General released the draft Terms of Reference (ToR) for the Balaclava Island Coal Export Terminal (BICET). The preparation of draft ToR is the first step in the Environmental Impact Statement process.

Key stakeholders and interested members of the public are invited to provide comment on this document until 11 April 2011.

Copies of the draft ToR will be available online at http://www.dip.qld.gov.au/balaclavaisland and in the region at the Bajool Community Post Office, Mount Larcom Community Post Office, Gladstone Regional Council Library and Rockhampton Regional Council libraries (Southside, Northside and Yeppoon).

Xstrata Coal is committed to ensuring all stakeholders have the opportunity to be involved and as such, if you would like more information, contact the project team on 1800 145 265 or visit http://www.dip.qld.gov.au/balaclavaisland.

Contact the BICET Project Team on the Information Line: 1800 145 265 (toll free, operating during normal business hours) or by email: balaclavaislandinfo@xstratacoal.com.au

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