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LIGHTNING RIDGE OPAL MINERS FACE MASSIVE FEE INCREASE

The Lightning Ridge Miners Association is informing the opal industry that the draft Mining Regulation 2010 has been released for public consultation and submissions are due by 18 June 2010. Maxine O’Brien, Secretary/Manager of the LRMA said this week, “the opal … Continue reading

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2010 AUSTRALIAN OPAL FASHION BASH ONLY WEEKS AWAY

The 2010 Opal Fashion Bash to be held in Townsville 8-10 April 2010, for the third year is only weeks away and is proudly sponsored by the opal industry. The Opal Fashion Bash is a fantastic opportunity for any young … Continue reading

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FLOOD WATERS EXPECTED TO REACH LIGHTNING RIDGE OPAL FIELDS

“Flood waters from Queensland are approaching the Lightning Ridge Opal mining area but miners still have time to secure their claims if need be. While no one is sure of what the exact extent of the flood waters will be … Continue reading

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