MOD 3 - Pit 8 Extension

I strongly support the proposed modification for the Wilpinjong mine. This modification will help support the local community and the wider nation as well as support my family as we work within this industry.

I strongly believe that this project will benefit my family and community in a very positive way

The project will ensure job opportunities continue to be created in the region. The operation will continue to stimulate the local economy with >$0.5b in direct economic contribution to NSW and $96m in wages to employees. Wilpinjong also currently provides 25% of NSW coal-generated power supply. Comparatively, Wilpinjong is one of the lowest-emitting coal mines in Australia and is positioned to support the energy transition by providing reliable and affordable energy during the transition.

I support the project as it will provide members of the community and Australia with jobs in the future.

I believe this project will continue to provide economic support to the local area. While leaving workers and their families with a quality of life. While helping support local projects and help contribute to further research

I am a local and was born in Mudgee and have lived hear my whole life i strongly support the project. I have worked directly at Wilpinjong for the past 10 years and previous 8 years as a contractor. My employment at Wilpinjong has helped me provide a healthy lifestyle for my family and I look forward continuing to do so in the future.

I write in support of the proposed Pit 8 Extension at the Wilpinjong Coal Mine. In my view, the extension offers significant benefits—economic, social, and strategic—that merit approval, provided that robust mitigation and monitoring are enforced.

The mine supports a lot of families in the district and charities and follows the strict guidelines set out by the mines licensing board the mine would be a positive for the community

This project will support me and my family for the future

This extension keeps many locals in a job going into the future

I strongly support the proposed modification for the Wilpinjong mine expansion

I work at Wilpinjong Mine

I support Peabody’s project

To whom it may concern,

I am a resident of NSW. I care deeply about the health of our environment and the wellbeing of the communities that depend on it. Climate change isn’t an abstract issue for me. It affects the safety of our summers, the reliability of our food and water, and the future we will leave to the next generation.

Expanding the Wilpinjong Coal Mine would take us in the wrong direction. The project would increase greenhouse gas emissions at a time when we urgently need to reduce them, especially after agreeing to a higher target for the Paris Agreement. It risks further damaging local ecosystems, threatening native wildlife and biodiversity that are already under pressure from drought and habitat loss. The expansion could also impact the health and livelihoods of nearby communities through dust, noise, and water contamination. Moreover, the area holds deep cultural significance for Aboriginal peoples, whose heritage and connection to Country must be respected and protected, and not undermined by further industrial activity.

I therefore strongly urge the decision makers not to approve the expansion of the Wilpinjong Coal Mine. We should be investing in renewable energy and sustainable jobs, not expanding coal production in the middle of a climate crisis.

Thank you for considering my submission.

Sincerely,
A concerned state resident

The project should go ahead I. Regards to supporting community and economic value and additional jobs provided for people as well as a good source of sustainable power for our nation

Will greatly benefit the community

I back the wilpinjong coal mine extension, as it benefits the local community and community members.

I fully support the extension for wilpinjong
It’s has a positive impact to the community and my family going forward thank you for your time

I work here and support my family with this job

I strongly support the proposed modifications for wilpinjong mine