The region we call the West Coast is acknowledged as one of the
richest and most diverse mineral provinces in the world. It's the
most rugged part of Tasmania and our island is one of the most
rugged parts of Australia, so that speaks for itself. A hostile land
of razorback mountains, deep ravines, dangerous rivers, almost
impenetrable rainforests and a climate that can change from mild
to freezing in a matter of hours.