NT Government Puts Jabiluka Uranium Site on Hold in Preliminary Win for Traditional Owners 2024-06-05

government has issued a two-year order to halt mining and exploration at the Jabiluka uranium site, surrounded by . This decision comes as a preliminary win for the traditional owners of the land. The reservation order, issued under the NT , was gazetted on Wednesday. It prohibits (ERA) from seeking any mineral title over the land during this period. The order also prevents ERA from applying for a 10-year extension of their lease. This move puts a temporary hold on any mining activities at the Jabiluka site, which is home to a significant uranium deposit. The decision on whether to grant the leaseholder an extension will be made at a later date. This development is seen as a positive step towards protecting the land and the surrounding environment.

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What action has the Northern Territory government taken regarding the Jabiluka uranium site?

The Northern Territory government has issued a two-year order to prevent mining and exploration at Jabiluka.

Why has the government put a hold on mining and exploration at Jabiluka?

The hold is in place while a decision is pending on whether to grant the leaseholder a 10-year extension.

What does the reservation order under the NT Minerals Titles Act prevent Energy Resources Australia (ERA) from doing?

The reservation order prevents ERA from applying for the grant of any mineral title over the land at Jabiluka.

NT Government Puts Jabiluka Uranium Site on Hold in Preliminary Win for Traditional Owners

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