Henty Gold Mine recovery mission progressing after unsuccessful attempt

The team tasked with recovering the body of Cameron Goss from the Henty Gold Mine has faced a setback.

THE first attempt to recover the body of Henty Gold Mine worker Cameron Goss has failed — but the site operator says progress is being made.

Mr Goss, 44, of Queenstown, was killed when the earth beneath his loader collapsed in the early hours of January 23.

Deceased Queenstown mine worker Cameron John Goss. Picture: SUPPLIED

The PYBAR mining services recovery team was planning to retrieve Mr Goss late last week, but on Wednesday night announced their first attempt at the “complex and challenging exercise” was unsuccessful.

“This is a disappointing outcome, but the team on site has done, and continues to do, everything possible to recover Cameron,” PYBAR CEO Brendan Rouse said.

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“All personnel on site are being carefully managed to prevent fatigue and ensure their safety at all times.

“We will continue with the recovery efforts.”

PYBAR Mining Services CEO Brendan Rouse at the entrance to the Henty Gold Mine. Picture: GRANT WELLS

PYBAR executive chairman Paul Rouse and Diversified Minerals CEO Nick Woolrych were on site for the first attempt.

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Mining operations at Henty remain suspended and PYBAR is continuing to offer support to those affected.