Question mark over future of CQ mine
A mining giant is reportedly in talks with its workforce over the future of its Bowen Basin mine.
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MINING giant Glencore is reportedly in talks with its workforce over the future of its Newlands mine near Glenden.
Rumours have been swirling over the status of three Glencore coal mines in NSW as well as Newlands mine after a report suggested these would close.
It is understood market conditions and impacts of COVID-19 will determine the future of the CQ mine, which Glencore acquired in 2003.
Newlands is scheduled to end operations in 2023.
It is understood there are no current plans to change the mine end date.
The Daily Mercury has contacted Glencore for comment.
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