Dartbrook Coal Mine approved for five year extension

BY DAKOTA TAIT

The Dartbrook Coal Mine at Aberdeen has been given a five year lifeline, after years of legal struggles.

The NSW Land and Environment Court has upheld an appeal by Australian Pacific Coal to continue operations until 2027.

The company were allowed to re-open the controversial site in 2019, but the Independent Planning Commission told them then, only until 2022.

The mine was originally closed in 2006, after a number of safety issues, including the deaths of three people.

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New Life For Dartbrook Mine Near Muswellbrook

 BY IAN CROUCH

 The life of a previously mothballed coal mine near Muswellbrook looks set to be extended under a landmark agreement.

Australian Pacific Coal has advised the Stock Exchange its come to an agreement with the state government to modify its consent for the Dartbrook mine.

The Independent Planning Commission had previously approved the mine's restart but rejected an application to extend the mine's licence beyond 2022.

The deal means the mine will be able to continue operating for a further 5 years until December 2027.

The mine was mothballed in 2006 but looked set to resume production when it was sold to Australian Pacific Coal by Anglo American in 2016.

Dartbrook Mine set for 5 year extension Picture: Muswellbrook Chronicle