The Department of Mineral Resources is the lead agency in mine site environment management and control in New South
Wales. The Department introduced a Mining, Rehabilitation and Environmental Management Plan (MREMP) process
several years ago in order to integrate the activities of other government agencies who may have a material interest at the
mine site. The MREMP process has resulted in a spirit of trust and co-operation between agencies and between agencies and
mining companies. The spirit of co-operation has been reflected in greater public confidence that mining is
environmentally responsible.