Traditional Owners React to Yeelirrie uranium project

Traditional Owners of the Northern Goldfields have reacted to the West Australian Government’s decision to proceed with the development of a proposed Uranium mine at the Yeelirrie site.

Traditional owners react to Yeelirrie Source: AAP

The Barnett Government has disregarded the Environmental Protection agency recommendations and appeals of the Traditional Owners in August last year.

Spokesperson for Traditional Owners and Elder Kado Muir who is the Chairperson of the West Australia Nuclear Free Alliance says the fight isn't over. 

“I’m disappointed, but it’s not over, we’ll keep fighting against the Yeelirrie uranium mine proposal. The project doesn’t add up and the risks for the environment as well cultural heritage are far too great.”