Wollondilly Council’s call to have better protections in place for landowners impacted by mine subsidence has gained support from Local Government NSW (LGNSW).

LGNSW adopted the motion by Wollondilly Council at their annual conference, and will write to the NSW Mining Minister requesting an urgent review of the Mine Subsidence Act to better protect and assist landowners affected by mining activities.

Wollondilly Council believes that the current review process for mine subsidence damage to properties should be assessed by an independent body.

Mayor Matt Gould said, “We are very pleased to receive this support from LGNSW for our advocacy to support those community members affected by mining and mine subsidence.”

“We have heard from many of our residents that the current subsidence process is inadequate, with many of them living for years with damage to their properties caused by mining in the area.”

“We would like to see more assistance provided to these residents as soon as possible, as well as the establishment of an independent assessment and review process to replace the process that is currently overseen by Subsidence Service NSW.”

“Although Council acknowledges that a subsidence review may take some time, this support from LGNSW will help us take the next step in achieving a positive outcome for our community members.”