HVO is an integral part of the Hunter Valley. HVO not only promotes economic stability in the area and personal prosperity through employment but also provides environmental protection and resource management opportunities that would be lost over time due to natural degradation.

We need these jobs in our community

I support the continuation as I have worked at HVO for nearly 12 years I am a father of 2 kids and love what I do and what the company gives back to the community I hope that one day my kids will work along side me

I think it is highly crucial for hunter valley operations to stay open for the hunter valleys economy, they do a lot of good for the surrounding communities and would be extremely concerning to see what would happen to the hunter if it was to be shut down. I am privileged enough to be employed by HVO which has given many of great opportunities and hoping many more going forward in my career.

I support this project on the basis that is,

1. A complying development application that should be approved on the basis that it meets the assessment criteria
2. That is supports the local, regional, state and federal economies. This is through purchasing goods and services from businesses or by providing income taxes, company taxes and royalties that would currently not be offset by other primary industry.

I am concerned that the decision to request HVO to re-submit a modified application is not based on the project meeting the original assessment guidelines rather than opinion of "what is approvable". I believe HVO have modified this application considerably based on those opinions and would strongly object to further modification or challenge to reduce this project further based on our region needing to support investment not drive it away.

There is no doubt a substantial amount of people both locally and within the state that will either not comment at all or if they do have no concerns with the project. I would request that the assessment consider that those, like myself, who support the project and generally have a limited amount of information to write in response to the application are given a degree of weighting such that those in opposition are not the only voices heard because there is more content in their objection than what is written in support of the project. Impacts have already been minimised in this project submission to meet strict planning requirements, and this project should be approved on that basis that it delivers far more benefit than it does impact.

Thankyou for the consideration.

Regards,

Ashley McLeod

Please do not approve this coal mine's expansion. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change is very clear - no more coal projects should be approved if humanity is to have a chance of beating climate change.

As this is my place of work, I am supporting the approval of this project.
HVO also employs 1500 direct jobs as well as great many supporting contract companies and service providers.
HVO are heavily involved within the community of the Upper Hunter Valley, supporting local charities, schools and public interest groups with their Community Grants.
As well as providing jobs for skilled and unskilled workforce, HVO also upskills with training courses and Apprenticeship programs.
HVO also intends on upgrading Lemington Road as part of this project, which at times becomes a major thoroughfare when there are incident and or accidents on the 2 major highways that pass through the Hunter Valley.
Lemington Road currently has a Low-Level bridge over the Hunter River, Moses Crossing, which regular floods making Lemington Road impassable. This Low-Level crossing will be removed making Lemington Road much safer at the times when diversion are required to keep the traffic flowing at these unfortunate times.

I wish to formally register my support for the Hunter Valley Operations (HVO) North and South Continuation Projects. These proposals offer significant benefits to the Hunter Valley region, particularly through job retention, economic stability, and support for essential regional services.

Hunter Valley Operations encompasses two interconnected open-cut coal sites separated by the Hunter River, located northwest of Singleton. The continuation project proposes extending operations to 2050 at HVO North (currently approved until 2025) and 2045 at HVO South (currently approved until 2030). These extensions are important for maintaining the region’s economic and social fabric.

The projects will secure approximately 1,500 ongoing jobs, including apprenticeships and construction roles, while also preserving indirect support for local businesses, contractors, and service providers. In 2022 alone, HVO contributed over $1.5 billion to the economy, with long-term benefits valued at over $4 billion. Royalties and taxes generated will continue to fund essential infrastructure such as roads, schools, and healthcare, ensuring broader community benefits.

Importantly, the continuation projects involve no increase in approved annual production rates and will primarily re-mine previously disturbed areas. This approach minimises new environmental impacts while allowing for effective rehabilitation. I also recognise the effort HVO has made to respond meaningfully to community feedback, amending its proposal and adopting best practice in emission management and mitigation strategies.

In summary, I support the continuation of HVO North to 2050 and HVO South to 2045 because they preserve jobs, maintain economic stability, support community services, and demonstrate a responsible approach to environmental management.

I respectfully request that the proposal be approved and encourage continued monitoring, rehabilitation, and innovation in emissions reduction.

I honestly don’t think the people in the hunter and NSW understand the business the coal sector creates and the amount of other business at are supported by the companies like HVO and their employees.