Panel discussion
Panel discussion
Hear candid conversation at Life of Mine | Mine Waste and Tailings 2025
Key players from across the mine lifecycle will come together in Brisbane this July to exchange ideas on important topics in our conference panel discussions.
See below for more information on each discussion. There will be 7 panel discussions in total, with the remaining topics and panellists to be announced soon.
Insights, successes and improvement opportunities: Implementing and assuring the GISTM
Covering a range of perspectives including the Engineer of Record and Independent Tailings Reviewer, corporate governance and third-party assurance.
Challenges with managing topsoil deficits for mine rehabilitation
An in-depth discussion around knowledge and requirements in relation to managing topsoil deficits in rehabilitation.
Integrated mine planning to maximise long term value
Examining methods for capturing closure considerations throughout the life-of-mine planning processes, and supporting a nuanced analysis of risks, benefits and values.
Tailings Dewatering and Stacking
The Industry Expert Panel will discuss the range of tailings dewatering and stacking approaches available and the limitations of each, before opening the floor to discussion.
Safe Mine Closure
The panel will discuss challenges related to closing mine geotechnical facilities
Beyond the Mine: Strategies for Thriving, Sustainable Communities
This panel explores how to foster resilient, long-term partnerships with Indigenous communities that extend well beyond the life of a mine.
Site Characterisation
A panel of acknowledged leaders in their spheres focusing on characterisation of soft and very soft tailings materials.