Newcrest’s Cadia goldmine fails to meet clean air standards, NSW EPA finds

Regulator's call for action on dust pollution comes after local residents reported blood tests with high levels of selenium, nickel and copper

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One of the largest goldmines in the world has been ordered to take immediate action or face further regulatory action after test results showed the mine's main vent is releasing an unacceptable level of dust".

The New South Wales Environment Protection Authority said on Wednesday it told Newcrest's Cadia mine that it must comply immediately with the Protection of the Environment Operations (Clean Air) Regulation 2022, the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997, and its environment protection licence.

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