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Uranium industry woos Asia – Northern Territory News

Uranium industry woos Asia Northern Territory News NIGEL ADLAM April 15th, 2009 “……………

The AusIMM International Uranium Conference will look at potential mining operations in the Territory and possible export markets.

There is only one uranium mine in the NT – Ranger, near Jabiru.

There are also several prospects, including Angela and Pamela near Alice Springs and Nabarlek in west Arnhem Land.

The conference will be held at the Darwin Convention Centre on June 10-11……………….

Waste disposal is a big issue in the Territory.

The Federal Government is likely to repeal the law forcing the NT to accept a nuclear waste dump – but still wants the storage complex built here.

There are reports that Canberra will offer the Territory “compensation” for accepting the waste dump.

Miners and pastoralists are suggesting the NT Government ask for the sealing of the Tanami Rd.

But political sources have told Business Week that the “bribe” is more likely to be spending on Aboriginal education or health.

The two-day uranium conference will include a public information evening “to address public myths and misgivings” and a radiation safety workshop.

Uranium industry woos Asia – Northern Territory News

April 15, 2009 - Posted by Christina Macpherson | Uncategorized