Name of the Project
Rogetta iron-ore project.

Location
The project is located in north-western Tasmania.

Client
Forward Mining.

Project Description
The project plans to mine magnetite iron-ore.

Currently, there is one opencut pit planned that will produce about one-million tonnes of iron-ore a year, with a tailings storage dam, waste rock dump and processing plant. 

The project has an estimated mine life of seven years.

Potential Job Creation
The project will create about 200 jobs during the construction phase and up to 100 permanent positions during the operational phase.

Net Present Value/Internal Rate of Return
Not stated.

Value
$100-million.

Duration
Not stated.

Latest Developments
The development of the Rogetta iron-ore mine has been approved under national environment law and is set to significantly boost local employment. The approval is subject to strict conditions to protect nationally significant species, including the Tasmanian devil.

Key Contracts and Suppliers
None stated.

On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.

Contact Details for Project Information
Forward Mining, tel +61 3 9652 9000.