ANNA Bligh has declared mining exploration will be off-limits in populated areas of Queensland.
The Premier said today exploration leases will not be allowed within 2km of towns of more than 1000 people.
Ms Bligh said the restriction would apply to existing and future exploration permits.
“It means there will be no more exploration activity on urban land or within a 2km buffer of urban land,” she said.
“We have a tough regulatory framework and mines were always unlikely to be approved so close to these urban areas. Read More
The Australian Business
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