Exploration - Community Consultation Information

Authority:
Exploration Licence No. EL9255

Authority Holder / Project Operator:
Walker Quarries Pty Ltd

Project Name:
Rydal Exploration Project

Location:
Approximately 8.3 km west-north-west of Lithgow, NSW

Original Grant Date:
23 July 2021

Expiry Date:
23 July 2026

Exploration Plan

Exploration Plan ID:
WP-EL9255-2021-2026

This plan outlines the boundaries of EL9255.

The plan has been prepared in accordance with NSW Resources Regulator requirements.

Download Exploration Plan – EL9255 (PDF)

Community Consultation Strategy & Plan

Walker Quarries has prepared a Community Consultation Strategy and Plan for Exploration Licence EL9255 in line with NSW Resources Regulator consultation requirements.

The plan outlines how Walker Quarries will:

• Identify and engage with affected landholders and stakeholders
• Provide ongoing information about exploration activities
• Receive, record, and respond to community feedback

Download Community Consultation Strategy & Plan (PDF)
(Walker Quarries document – approx. 25 pages)

A copy of this plan is also available upon written request.
Please contact Walker Quarries using the details below.

Community Liaison Officer

Walker Quarries has appointed a Community Liaison Officer to ensure clear and ongoing communication with the community.

Mr Wayne Chapman
Phone: (02) 6324 4066
Email: accounts@walkerquarries.com.au

Community members are encouraged to contact the Community Liaison Officer with any questions, concerns, or feedback relating to EL9255.

Annual Community Consultation Reports

In accordance with NSW consultation requirements, Walker Quarries will prepare Annual Community Consultation Reports documenting engagement activities and outcomes.

Upcoming Reports:

• March 2027
• March 2028

Reports will be published on this website when available.

Community Consultative Committee (CCC)

• The first Walker Quarries Community Consultative Committee (CCC) meeting was held in September 2011.
• The CCC has met twice yearly since its inception.
• Meeting minutes are publicly available on the Walker Quarries website.

Ongoing Community Engagement

Walker Quarries has actively engaged with the local community through a range of initiatives, including:

• Regular consultation with local residents and government agencies
• Employment of local workers (over 20 local employees at peak operations)
• Advertising on local radio (2LT) seeking community input
• Prominent public signage on the Great Western Highway since 2018
• Membership of the Lithgow Chamber of Commerce
• Engagement with the Bathurst Local Aboriginal Land Council
  • Including employment of Local Land Council members for archaeological studies
• Participation in local Business Expo Days
  • Engagement with over 300 local families
  • Distribution of information inviting residents to join the CCC
• Hosting Community Open Days
  • Advertised in local newspapers
  • Included site tours, free BBQs, and community information sessions
• Hosting Business Open Days to liaise with other local businesses

Public Contact and Feedback

Walker Quarries maintains a public contact process, both online and onsite, allowing community members to raise questions or concerns at any time.

• All community contact is recorded
• Information is reported to relevant NSW Government agencies
• Contact details are publicly available on the Walker Quarries website

Our Commitment

This ongoing consultation process demonstrates that Walker Quarries operates in a manner consistent with the expectations of the local community and the consultation requirements of the NSW Resources Regulator.

Walker Quarries is committed to:

• Transparent communication
• Meaningful community engagement
• Compliance with all regulatory obligations