Mining inquiry meets with Minerals Council

THE Industry, Innovation, Science and Resources Committee will hold a public hearing in Canberra on Wednesday, 24 October 2018 as part of its inquiry into mining sector support for regional businesses.

The committee will meet with the Minerals Council of Australia, the industry body representing many major mining companies, to discuss ways the mining industry can contribute more to the communities where resources are extracted.

“There’s a lot more mining companies could be doing to help the regions,” said Committee Chair, Barnaby Joyce MP.

“This might be through increasing local procurement and employment, investing in training and skill development, and providing fair payment terms.”

Origin Energy will also be giving evidence at the hearing.

Public hearing details: 10:45am to 12pm, Wednesday, 24 October 2018, Committee Room 1R3, Parliament House, Canberra.

The hearing will be broadcast live at www.aph.gov.au/live

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