Copper Mines of Tasmania, Mt Lyell Mine Queenstown, New Processing Plant

Current Stage

Assessment Commenced

Proposal Details

Client: Copper Mines of Tasmania Pty Ltd

Premises: Mt Lyell Mine

Activity: Extractive activities and Mineral works

Class of Assessment: 2B

Important Dates

Assessment Commenced: 7/3/2025

The Proposal​​​​

Copper Mines of Tasma​​​nia are proposing the construction of a new processing plant at Mt Lyell Mine, Queenstown. The processing plant will be relocated closer to key infrastructure and use the same process flow as the existing plant. The new plant will be modernised to reduce waste and improve efficiency.​


Notice of Intent

 Copper Mines of Tasmania - Mt Lyell Copper Project - NOI (PDF 39Mb)


Environmental Impact Statement Guidelines

EER / EIS Guidelines have been prepared by the Board to assist the proponent to prepare a case for assessment. Based on the information contained in the Notice of Intent, the guidelines identify the key issues which are expected to be relevant to the assessment of the proposal.

 Copper Mines Tasmania, Mt Lyell New Processing Plant, Mt Lyell Mine Queenstown - EIS Guidelines (PDF 583Kb)​