HVO North Open Cut Coal Continuation Project

Good for the community. Keeps 1800 people employed and they support their family.

HVO not only supply so many people in the Hunter with jobs but they also support the community extremely well.

I support the project

I am writing to express my support for the Hunter Valley Operations Continuation Project and to encourage its approval and progression. This project represents a vital continuation of responsible resource development that balances economic, social, and environmental considerations.

The HVO Continuation Project will ensure the retention of over 1,500 direct jobs and many more indirect jobs across the Hunter region. These are well-paying, skilled positions that support families, small businesses, and community services. In a time of economic uncertainty, securing stable employment is crucial for regional resilience and growth.

The project will also continue to contribute significant royalties and taxes to both the NSW and Australian governments, which are used to fund critical public infrastructure, health services, and education.

HVO has a strong and ongoing history of engaging with and investing in the local community through partnerships, sponsorships, and support for local initiatives. The continuation of the project ensures the longevity of this support, especially in small towns and communities that rely heavily on the presence of industry for economic stability.

While coal mining presents environmental challenges, HVO has demonstrated a proactive approach to environmental stewardship. The project includes comprehensive plans for:

Progressive rehabilitation of mined land

Reduced dust and noise through modern technologies

Biodiversity offsets and water management strategies

Furthermore, HVO’s continuation provides a structured pathway for energy transition. As global and national economies shift towards cleaner energy sources, it is essential that this transition is managed in a way that does not abruptly disadvantage workers, families, or regional economies. HVO provides the time and resources needed for long-term planning and retraining.

The continued operation of HVO ensures energy security and supports the export economy. Until renewable infrastructure is fully scaled, coal from the Hunter Valley remains a critical resource for meeting energy demand in both domestic and international markets, particularly in countries undergoing their own transitions away from less efficient energy sources.

The Hunter Valley Operations Continuation Project is not just a mining extension — it is a commitment to regional prosperity, community wellbeing, and responsible environmental management. It offers a realistic and measured approach to balancing economic needs with sustainability goals.

I respectfully urge decision-makers to approve the project in recognition of its importance to the Hunter region and New South Wales as a whole.

We need mining in Australia. Coal is one of our biggest exports! If we lose coal we lose all of our worth to other countries. Our dollar would drop and we would basically become a 3rd world country. Save peoples jobs too.

Keep local job supporting local businesses

Hunter Valley Operations is an important part of the economy within the Hunter. Providing over 1500 full time jobs and supporting local families, businesses and livelihoods. The hard work and dedication, of all departments, towards safety, environmental responsibility and community is critical to the business operations and is done extremely well.

I lived in the Hunter Valley for many years and worked in the mines there, the first mine I worked at was Hunter Valley Operations. The mine provides significant local economic contribution through direct employment as well as indirectly through the local suppliers and retail shops. HVO provides economic contribution to the state government through royalties which then goes on to improve services across the state.
I fully support the continuation project which is crucial for the region and state.

I am in full support of the continuation project for the benefits it brings to the Government and Local regions. HVO operating until the 2040s will continue to provide employment for a large number of people, provide continuous revenue streams to a host of suppliers and businesses and generally contributing to the overall economic health of the State and Region.

The continuation of the HVO North project will allow me to continue working in the mining industry which will enable me to support my family and supply the funding to support my children through a good educational program. Working at HVO has allowed me to go from working as an electrical tradesman to currently working as a maintenance planner. Working as a planner has allowed me to gain experience in parts of the mining industry which I would not be able to gain in other industries.

Thank you

I have worked at HVO for 17 years and we use best practices in mining so we have limited negative effects to environment,neighbours. We contribute so much money for the local area,, plus state. $1.8bn. 1500 workers plus if you add shutdowns, it'll rises to nearly 2000.
Some easy facts for the people who oppose, we are not digging through new ground, not expanding and getting closer to horse studs (not that it matters if so, thoroughbred of the year a while back was raised on a mine owned land next door to two pits), all we are doing is going back through old digs, just going deeper. So unlike all the other approvals that have gone through, ours is not getting bigger.
Climate change, the world is starting to get sick of being told what to do on net zero when other countries do nothing. China mines over 4bn tonnes per year, 10 times more than all of Australia combined, but the left and greenies want to stop us. We could shut every power station and coal mine in Australia, and it would not make a single difference to the world. Actually make it worse. Other countries with bad mining practices will just fill the gap with less quality coal, so in fact you'll pollute more at every stage of scope 1,2 and 3. This is the fact that the left don't understand where rest of Australians do. We should not be holding back business and industry in our country, making it poorer and making us as a nation go backwards, just to make a few people in Sydney happy, so they can look down their nose on other countries and say look at us, we don't pollute, when in fact that person probably puts out a bigger carbon footprint than most average Aussies. Won't even start on climate change itself, we're still coming out of an ice age, of course we're getting warmer. And it used to be hotter. The planet is actually greener due to more co2 which is good.
My overall opinion. Definitely approve this project. This community needs it, the world will still be using coal in 20 years, so we might as well supply the best to them, even if our country is too stupid to use it ourselves.

Keep mining coal

This project, will support and protect not only my family but the other families and businesses in the hunter valley.

This would be great for the community and people working there

I am writing in support of the amended development applications submitted by HV Operations Pty Ltd for the continuation of mining operations at HVO South and HVO North, located on Lemington Road, Lemington.

These amendments reflect a responsible and adaptive approach to resource development, balancing economic viability with environmental and community considerations. The proposed changes including reductions in coal extraction volumes, shortened project lifespans, and infrastructure adjustments demonstrate a clear effort to respond to feedback and mitigate potential impacts.

Key reasons for my support include:
- Economic Stability and Employment: The continuation of mining operations will sustain hundreds of local jobs and support regional economic activity across Singleton and Muswellbrook Shires. This is particularly vital in maintaining livelihoods and community resilience in the Hunter Valley.

- Improved Environmental Management: The amended applications reduce the total ROM coal extraction by approximately 220 million tonnes and lower annual production limits. These changes suggest a more measured approach to resource recovery, with reduced environmental footprint and improved long-term landform outcomes.

- Infrastructure Enhancements: Realignment of Lemington Road, construction of a new bridge over the Hunter River, and expansion of the HVO North ROM coal stockpile are practical upgrades that will improve safety, logistics, and coal management efficiency.

- Flood Protection Measures: The establishment of a levee to protect the final void in Mitchell Pit is a proactive step in addressing flood risk and ensuring long-term site stability.

- Community Engagement and Transparency: The exhibition process and the Department’s efforts to notify previous submitters reflect a commitment to transparency and public participation. The amendments clearly respond to concerns raised during earlier consultation phases.

In conclusion, I believe the amended proposals strike a reasonable balance between resource development and environmental stewardship. They offer a pathway for continued economic contribution while demonstrating responsiveness to community and ecological concerns.

I support the approval of these amended applications and encourage the Independent Planning Commission to consider the broader benefits to the region.

I fully support the Continuation Project as it will continue to provide resources for the State of NSW, and employment and lifestyle for thousands of local workers and vendors

Having grown up here, this project holds a special place in my heart. Seeing how much the community has been helped by the organization is truly inspiring. I've witnessed firsthand the positive impact it has on everyone's lives. It is easy to support something that gives back so much. I'm excited to see what the future holds for the project and the community.

I 100% support this submission

As someone who has grown up and lived in the Hunter valley my whole life, I support the hvo mine extension.
The hvo mine has existed for over 40 years, supporting the community, local businesses and most importantly local families and should be allowed to continue to do so.