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Investigation information released on mine fatality

The Resources Regulator has published an investigation information release following a fatal incident on 3 August 2026.

The incident occurred at an open-cut mine near Singleton.

The release outlines the circumstances of the incident to share early learnings. 

The investigation is ongoing.

Read the Investigation information release (IIR26-05) (PDF, 433.98 KB)

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