The key messages from this report are;
- There is a lack of impartial independent information available on coal seam gas (csg) mining.
- People are distrustful of information from government and mining companies.
- Information about the science of coal seam gas and other mining needs to be written so it can be understood by non scientists
- More information is required and in a variety of formats to suit all learning styles. i.e. visual oral, hands on etc.
- The way CSG companies work with landholders varies greatly. Some companies do it well. Some do it poorly.
- Participants expressed more concerns (negatives) about the emerging mining industry than positives though when probed a significant number of positives were discussed.
- Landholders said they do not have to sign confidentiality agreements and can negotiate with companies on some aspects of their agreement.
