The NSW Court of Appeal invalidated Bowdens Silver's planning approval for a lead and silver mine in Lue due to environmental concerns.

The NSW Court of Appeal has invalidated Bowdens Silver's planning approval for a lead and silver mine in New South Wales' central west village Lue due to community opposition and environmental concerns. The court ruled that the planning commission's failure to consider the environmental impacts of the required power line when considering the development for the mine led to the decision. This ruling has led to a 40% drop in shares for Silver Mines Limited, the company's parent, wiping $90 million from the company's value. The Mudgee Region Action Group, which opposed the mine, has expressed the need for the state government to address flaws in the NSW planning legislation for state significant developments.

August 16, 2024
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