Tarong Energy announced its decision in September 2007 to purchase Meandu Mine and the Kunioon coal resource as the long-term fuel supply for the Tarong and Tarong North Power Stations.

The Kunioon coal resource is approximately 12 kilometres south of Kingaroy, 10 kilometres west of Nanango, and 15 kilometres north-west of the power stations.

At the time of the decision, it was intended to transition from Meandu to Kunioon in 2012.  Since taking ownership of Meandu Mine, Tarong Energy has confirmed the existence of additional economically-viable coal that could be used well beyond 2012.

With Meandu Mine now capable of providing a fuel supply for the power stations for a number of years to come, Tarong Energy has chosen to defer the proposed transition to Kunioon.

This additional coal at Meandu Mine ensures the ongoing security of Tarong Energy’s operations in the region, which contributes over 1,200 full-time equivalent jobs and one third of gross regional product to the South Burnett.

It is important to note that the Kunioon coal resource remains a vital part of the long-term fuel requirements for the power stations and Tarong Energy will be continuing its voluntary land acquisition process.

Tarong Energy values its place in the local community and will continue to provide information about the progress of the Meandu-Kunioon fuel strategy.

For more information about the project, contact the Community Relations team on 07 4160 9142 or email info.kunioon@tarongenergy.com.au

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