CABABILITIES

• First Nations - Indigenous land use
• Local community engagement consultation
• Livelihood and community
• Social and environmental valuation
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MINING Heritage, INDIGENOUS & Cultural Values

Mining has a rich history in Queensland, starting in the early 1800s. It is our largest economic driver by far, it is a significant employer in all most all regions of the state, with about half of Brisbane's economy reliant on the mining sector. With that comes a very high integration with our communities, heritage, culture and environment.

At enviroMETS, we see transformational Post-Mining Land Use (PMLU) as a way to preserve and repurpose Queensland’s mining and Indigenous heritage, ensuring it remains a living asset rather than just a historical footprint. By protecting and integrating mining landforms, historical sites, and Indigenous cultural landscapes, we create opportunities for new geotourism and heritage-based enterprises, that sustain local communities.

Restoring pre-mining Indigenous cultural heritage alongside preserved mining infrastructure enables First Nations-led enterprises to flourish, fostering employment, economic independence, and cultural continuity. Initiatives like heritage trails, historical mine tours, and Indigenous eco-tourism create long-term social and economic benefits, ensuring that mining’s legacy supports future generations.

By championing innovative PMLU strategies, enviroMETS is helping to transform post-mining landscapes into thriving community assets that honour Queensland’s past, present, and future.