Remote mining towns on the rangelands: determining dependency within the hinterland

摘要: The literature is replete with examples of rangelands communities which have suffered significant impacts from nearby mine operations and their subsequent closure. Increasingly, there awareness among the International Australian mining peak bodies for need to plan enduring value peripheral that are dependent on mines at ‘core’. We find a greater dependency in one case study locations, Leigh Creek, by hinterland communities. In contrast Roxby Downs yet develop as great this major centre services. reported utilisation Port Augusta, (260 km both centres), highlights disproportionate costs accessing services not available Creek upon residents who paid employment. impending closure its requires urgent planning be undertaken ensure remain Whereas, time diversify economy it able withstand cyclical nature resources cycle.