Discovery - June 2004
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Product description:Download The downloadable version of Discovery magazine is supplied in PDF format. Contents Regulars Minister’s Foreword Australia's first pro forma native title agreements will deliver better outcomes for both indigenous communities and resources industries. Monitor Greenhouse gas research boost, converting the country to natural gas, Minerva field costs rise, Barrick goes drilling near Heathcote, the search for Otway Basin gas accelerates, GeoVic update, Gippsland Energy Challenge. Review What’s happening with mineral applications and licences Go to Your guide to Minerals and Petroleum contacts and resources sector websites Features Smoothing the path Victoria has pioneered a series of nine pro forma native title agreements for mining industries In for the long haul MPI Mines will extend the life of its Stawell mine by at least six years Trees do grow on rocks A creative approach is nurturing new tree growth at Axedale Quarry New eastern view The geology of Victoria’s north-eastern highlands is detailed in the latest VIMP data Glenelg uncovered New VIMP data on western Victoria will be a boon for minerals and energy explorers Apache targets Victoria One of Australia’s most successful petroleum explorers has joined Nexus Energy in developing Bass Strait prospects Fosterville's new start Redevelopment of the Fosterville mine was formally launched in April A pioneer returns Victoria’s early gold field at Clunes continues to show great promise Deep coal gas Karoon Gas is exploring the state’s black coal fields for coal seam gas Ballarat mining closer International companies may soon join Ballarat’s hunt for gold Keyhole mining A new technology may open more of Victoria’s gold resources |