Opportunity knocks for Cape York: QRC

THE Queensland Resources Council has congratulated Glencore International AG on its selection by the state government as preferred developer of the Aurukun bauxite deposit on Western Cape York.

QRC Chief Executive Michael Roche said today the job creating potential of a new bauxite project on the Cape was welcome news for Queensland, the Far North region and especially the Aurukun community.

‘Cape York needs industry development to deliver jobs and the improved economic and social outcomes that flow from them,’ Mr Roche said.

‘The Cape has vast potential but a recent history of stop-start development proposals has eroded local community confidence.

‘By selecting a tier one resources company such as Glencore as preferred proponent, the state government is giving the Aurukun project every opportunity for success.’ 

www.qrc.org.au

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