Water testing has been completed for more than 85 properties in the Cadia Valley following concerns from residents that mine pollution was affecting their health.
  • The EPA’s results show that samples of tank water in the area have high levels of lead.
  • A parliamentary inquiry has been announced to investigate the impacts of mining on human health and the environment.
  • Cadia’s owners, Newcrest, state that a study conducted by the government found the mine meets air quality standards and metals are present at very low levels.
  • There is no proven link between the mine and the complaints about water contamination.
  • Six properties have lead levels above guidelines, but kitchen tap samples at these properties are within acceptable limits.