Issue 77 August 2007

MARKET

Inside Women in Mining 5 Xstrata in the Community 8

Mining Safety Conference 3 MICO Innovation Awards 6 EHM Underground Project 13

Staff Profiles 4 Cultural Heritage Inspections 7 Leichhardt River Remediation 17

Isa Rodeo’s new home a successThe first Xstrata Mailman Express and Xstrata Mount Isa Mines Rotary Rodeo to be held at the new multi million dollar Buchanan Park complex was a resounding success.

In conjunction with the Isa Rodeo was the Xstrata Mailman Express, which was held on Thursday 9 August at the Xstrata funded, Buchanan Park.

Mailman Express, is a horse time-trial event and is held in Memory of Wally Mailman who was a keen horseman and who worked on numerous stations throughout north west Queensland.

The Mailman Express is similar to a time trial, where the horses are run separately over 200 metres, racing against the clock. They involve non thoroughbred horses and non professional jockey riders.

Big Boom, rode by Sharna Little was the winner of the 2007 Mailman Express, crossing the finish line in just 11.764 seconds. $5,000 was awarded to the winner and $2,000 was awarded to Wendy Christie on her horse Tick.

An estimated three thousand people attended the day which started at 11am with a series of races and led to the infamous Mailman Express race later in the evening. Celebrations continued on until the early hours of the morning as locals and visitors to town alike, welcomed the start of the Xstrata Mount Isa Mines Rotary Rodeo.

The 2007 Rodeo attracted a record crowd on Friday night with over six thousand spectators crowding into the bull pit arena to catch a glimpse of some of the best Rodeo riders in the world.

“The quality of competitors from Canada, New Zealand and the United States makes it a high calibre international event,” said Mr Steve Hilton, former rodeo champion and head of the Australian Pro Rodeo Association.

On Saturday, attendance figures rose to ten thousand and it was estimated that over six thousand people gathered at Buchanan Park again on the Sunday for the Rodeo finals.

Aside from the bull riding, there was a variety of entertainment provided for all ages. The side show provided hours of entertainment for the kids with stalls, rides and prizes. There was also the Brophy’s Boxing arena, hosted by boxing legend Mr Fred Brophy.

The Xstrata new Entertainment Centre was put to good use over Rodeo weekend. By day it was the site of the

Ute Muster, and also as an expo and exhibition centre including western wear stalls, information stalls and police recruitment information stands. A bull was even brought in for the audience to guess its weight. By night, the centre came alive with the sounds of singing legend, Ms Shandell Toscani.

Xstrata Mount Isa Mines Rotary Rodeo General Manager Ms Joyce McCulloch expressed her enthusiasm about this year’s Rodeo, the first time it has ever been held in the new 16.3 million dollar, multi-faceted Buchanan Park complex.

“The rodeo far exceeded our expectation. The atmosphere was great and we know where we want to take the event in the future,” she said.

A bronc-rider competes in the final open bareback ride as part of the action at the Xstrata Mount Isa Mines Rotary Rodeo. For more rodeo action pics see pages 10-11.

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A message from Chief Operating Officer Steve de Kruijff

A message from General Manager Mount Isa Zinc Lead Operations Kevin Hendry

This month Xstrata Plc released it’s half yearly financial performance results, with Earnings before Interest and Tax (EBIT) performance increasing 27 percent to US$4.7 billion against US$3.7 billion in 2006.

The Xstrata Copper Business unit EBIT performance was down 18 percent to US$1.9 billion against US$2.3 billion, representing 41 percent of the Xstrata group result in the first half. Our north Queensland operations contributed US$467 million to this result, which represented 24 percent of the Copper Business unit’s first half profit.

Our North Queensland production fell 20 percent, recording 117,964 tonnes of mined copper production against 148,146 tonnes in the first half of 2006. Mainly impacted by lower head grades at both Ernest Henry and Mount Isa, and technical difficulties in the underground at Mount Isa also contributed to the lower production.

The negative impact of the weaker US dollar against operating currencies also affected cost performance, and, operating costs remain under pressure with a general shortage of major consumables and energy, resulting in above inflationary price increases.

Going forward, our major goal is to achieve our production targets in the second half of the financial year, with a continued focus on safety. As such, I encourage everyone to remain focused on this goal to ensure we finish the year strongly.

At our third Community Information Session held on 20 August, Kevin and I announced a the results of the company’s three

month “Whole of Emissions Study into Land, Water, and Air”, undertaken by independent and world renowned toxicologist Associate Professor Barry Noller. One of the outcomes of this study which we’re going to action prior to wet season is the need to remediate some further historical contamination in the Leichhardt River uncovered by natural erosion processes.

Phase one of this project will start in late August with sampling of selected sites to be undertaken. Phase two is scheduled to start in mid October and will involve the removal of mine sediments to our lease, and the final phase is scheduled to be undertaken next year. Further information about the project can be found on page 17 of this issue of Mine to Market.

Also this month, Michael Holmes General Manager Mount Isa Copper Operations (MICO), announced some organisational changes to secure the future direction of MICO within the Xstrata Copper North Queensland business. I would like to extend my congratulations to Nick Slade on his appointment as Manager MICO Coordination, and Matt Daley on his appointment to the role of Manager Mine Development. I would also like to thank Clayton Morgan for taking on the role of Acting Production Manager until the new manager arrives. Nick, Matt and Clayton will help to provide a continued focus on achieving our business objectives.

Finally, I would like to congratulate our Xstrata Skills Centre apprentices, for their creative work on Xstrata’s entry to the Mardi Gras Parade as part of Isa Rodeo, as well as all of our employees who volunteered to participate in the parade themed ‘Looking forward looking back’. It was a great spectacle and the parade kicked off the Rodeo weekend in fine spirit.

It gives me pleasure to announce that Xstrata Zinc’s half year financial performance against the same period in 2006 has increased by 12 per cent to US$2.4 billion against US$2.14 billion. This represents 18 per cent of the Xstrata group result in the first half.

In Australia, Zinc’s revenue in Mount Isa and Macarthur River rose 44 per cent to $264 million. In addition, Xstrata Zinc achieved a strong Earnings before Interest and Tax (EBIT) of $258 million in the first half of 2007, an increase of 34 per cent over 2006. Xstrata Mount Isa Mines contributed $183 million, almost 71 per cent, to that result from our operations at George Fisher and Black Star.

The stronger zinc lead price was the main contributor to improved profitability offset by a lower grade ore from the George Fisher and Black Star operations. However, I’m pleased to say that our strategy of increasing our mine production in ore tonnes is proving successful, and we are 32 per cent ahead of 2006 which equates to almost 750,000 tonnes of ore.

Our goal for the second half of the year in the Zinc business is to sustain our first half achievements and aim for a 10 per cent increase in the second half.

With the Xstrata Zinc approval of the Handlebar Hill Open Cut Mine located south of the George Fisher Underground Mine, a number of organisational changes have taken place. I would like to congratulate Jeff Moncrieff on his appointment as Mine Manager of the Handlebar Hill Open Cut Mine; Anthony Kocken on taking over full responsibility as Mine Manager of the Black Star Open Cut Mine; and Bryant Schwengler on his new role of Assistant Mine Manager at Black Star Open Cut Mine.

May I reiterate Steve’s comments regarding the importance of the Leichhardt River Remediation Project for our local community over the coming months. The removal of further historical contamination is another opportunity for Xstrata Mount Isa Mines to demonstrate its commitment to the health and safety of our community, as well as its commitment to the environment.

Xstrata Zinc and Xstrata Copper turned out in force at the recent 19th Annual Queensland Mining Industry and Safety Conference from 5-8 August.

The theme of this year’s conference, hosted by Queensland Resources Council and the Queensland Government through the Department of Mines and Energy was Step Change to a Safer Future. This focused on sustaining high safety records within the mining industry and ensuring that companies promote an environment where safety is a value of all those in the mining industry.

A variety of topics were discussed during the conference including health, wellness, occupational hygiene, technical safety and creating a safety culture at work.

More than 630 delegates attended the conference which was held at Jupiter’s Hotel, Townsville. Over 50 delegates represented Xstrata Copper and Xstrata Zinc.

Both Xstrata Copper and Xstrata Zinc were major sponsors of this year’s event. Xstrata Copper sponsored a keynote presentation by guest speaker Mr Eddie Seymour, National Training and Development Officer, Maritime Union of Australia.

Xstrata Zinc sponsored a series of legal presentations including Creating World Class Mining Legislations facilitated by Mr David Reece, Senior Consultant for The Safety Managers and Testing for Effectiveness in Health and Safety Management Systems hosted by Mr John Tate from the Department of Justice and Attorney General.

The official opening of the conference was followed by The Great Rescue presentation by Mr Todd Russell and Mr Brant Webb.

This year’s Safety Innovation awards were also presented at the conference. Congratulations are extended to Ernest Henry Mining on their Laser Dozer initiative presentation which placed in the top ten innovations.

The innovation, designed by the mining services department, was a tripod-mounted laser and a received mounted on a dozer blade which is used to determine laser levels at the correct height when digging units are in the open pit. The initiative eliminates the need for a worker to stand in the pit and measure the levels, thereby reducing the risk of harm from operating machinery and potential rocks falling from the dig face.

Mr Garry Perkins, Training Coordinator for Xstrata Copper’s Ernest Henry Mining attracted a crowd at his presentation on EHM’s Shutdown Contractor Management System.

Xstrata sponsors Queensland Mining Industry and Safety Conference

Xstrata Copper Chief Operating Officer North Queensland Mr Steve de Kruijff (centre front) pictured at the recent conference in Townsville with Minister Geoff Wilson (left) Dept of Mines & Energy, QRC President and Chief Executive Ensham Resources John Pegler (standing), and Ian Craig Managing Director Peabody Pacific Pty Limited

Stock PriceXstrata is listed on the London and Zurich stock exchanges. As at 21 August 2007 the Xstrata share price on the London Stock Exchange (XTA.L) was 27.55 (GBp).

“The presentation was well received and as a result, several mining companies have expressed interest to visit EHM in order to review this system and possibly implement it in their own operations,” said Mr Perkins.

Mr Brendan Callaghan, Health, Safety and Training Manager Xstrata Zinc, described the importance of the conference for Health and Safety professionals.

“It was a great opportunity for mining companies to come together to share ideas on how to improve safety across all of our operations. We all share the same common goal of zero harm, and it is important to work together to implement strategies an learn of new innovations to achieve this,” said Mr Callaghan.

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Staff Profile

MikeWesterman

Staff ProfileMikeSmith

Xstrata Copper welcomes Mike Westerman as the new General Manager of Ernest Henry Mining (EHM) in Cloncurry.

Mike completed a Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering from the Western Australian School of Mines and over the past twenty years has gained extensive experience in both underground and open pit environments across a number of commodities.

During this time, Mike has worked in operational positions throughout the Kalgoorlie goldfields, the Kimberly area of Western Australia, and the Northern Territory. More recently Mike managed both the Paraburdoo- Eastern Range and Channar mine sites for Rio Tinto Iron Ore in the Pilbara Region of Western Australia.

He was instrumental in implementing the Toyota LEAN manufacturing principles into the Rio Tinto operations and takes a strong interest in applying these principles and philosophies to improving operational performance.

The iron ore operations provided many operational and logistical challenges suited to Mike’s operational strengths and he was subsequently awarded the Western Australian News Young Business Leaders Award for performance in this role.

Having stated at EHM in July this year, Mike says “The most challenging part of my current role is understanding how the open pit environment has changed over the past few years.”

Mike is no stranger to north west Queensland. He has previously spent three and a half years working at the Xstrata Mount Isa Mines’ X41 Copper Mine in Mount Isa prior to commencing work for Rio Tinto.

Mike and his wife Kirstin have three children: Calvin who turns seven in October, Reuben aged four and Jensen who is sixteen months old.

Outside of work, Mike is studying towards a Master of Business Administration (MBA). In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family, camping and playing various sports including Australian Rules Football.

Mike says that he wanted to work for Xstrata Copper because of its distinguished reputation, the career opportunities it provides and the chance to work with previous colleagues again.

Xstrata Zinc welcomes Mike Smith as Project Manager for Lady Loretta.

Mike and his family moved to Australia, all the way from Michigan, United States to start work for Xstrata Zinc in January 2007. Mike grew up in Colorado before spending time in Texas, Montreal and Michigan.

As Project Manager, Mike is currently working on a project execution plan for the economic development of Lady Loretta, a potential new lead/zinc/silver mine located approximately 140 kilometres north west of Mount Isa and in close proximity to CopperCo’s Lady Annie Project.

Mike has been involved with numerous large capital projects and says he enjoys managing projects as they offer the team experience of creating a good design, the challenge of starting up a new facility and the reward of seeing the finished result.

Positions he has held include plant operations and engineering, technical development, general manager and project management in various businesses including zinc, magnesium, aluminium automotive wheels and electronics recycling.

“Most of my experience is based in smelting and refining, so I am relatively new to mining. The learning curve is very high as I begin to understand what it takes to be successful at mining,” said Mike.

Mike says he was pleased to join Xstrata Zinc through Xstrata’s acquisition of Falconbridge last year. His previous work experiences have included Dow Chemical in the US and Xstrata/Noranda/Falconbridge in the US, Canada and Australia.

“People are the most enjoyable part of my job,”says Mike. “Meeting and understanding the diversity in people is fun. Xstrata Mount Isa Mines has a great mix of regional and international team members and that diversity is interesting,” he said.

“The most challenging part of my job is learning more about mining and becoming familiar with the various regulations that impact development of a green field mine. For the people around me, their biggest challenge has to be understanding my accent! (I do not think I have one, but the majority of folks here disagree with me on that one!),” adds Mike.

Mike and his wife have been married twenty years and have two children; one daughter aged fifteen and one son aged thirteen. In his spare time, Mike enjoys playing golf, scuba diving, and spending time with his family.

Five Xstrata Mount Isa Mines women made a presentation to over sixty female high school students as part of the Women in Mining Forum held at the Overlander Hotel on Tuesday, 31 July 2007.

The forum, hosted by Queensland Resources Council (QRC), was attended by female high school students from Spinifex State College and Cloncurry State High School. Both schools participate in the Queensland Minerals and Energy Academy (QMEA), a joint initiative between the QRC, the State Government and educational institutions. The five representatives were selected across various disciplines of Xstrata Mount Isa Mines to show the diversity of career options available to young women in the region.

The aim of the forum was to promote the resources sector as a potential career option for students and encourage them to make informed career choices in the mining industry. The forum was also an opportunity to acknowledge contribution of women to the industry.

QMEA launched its Women in Resources Action Plan (WRAP) to double the proportion of women working in the industry and increase the female workforce from the current six per cent to twelve per cent by the year 2020.

The promotion of careers for women in the resources sector through networking functions, such as the Women in Mining Forum, for careers advisers, senior teaching staff, senior female high school students and women working in the industry is part of this plan.

The presentations made by Xstrata representatives focused on their career path in the mining industry.

“The mining industry has many diverse employment opportunities, it’s a career path, not just a job,” said Ms Cecile Edmonds, Fixed Plant Maintenance Planner, Xstrata Zinc.

Ms Melanie Edgar, Community Relations Manager Xstrata North Queensland, believes that it is a very

Xstrata presents at Women in Mining Forum

Black Star Open Cut pit operator Ms Kate Dodd (standing), discusses the benefits of a job working in the mining industry to local Spinifex State College students following the forum

exciting time to be in the mining industry and encouraged those who would like to work in the mining industry to give it a go.

“Look at the vast number of job options in the north west. You can work in an office job, underground, in the field or operating machinery, become an engineer, geologist or even an apprentice. It’s just a case of exploring the roles within the mining industry and doing some research to see what best suits your skills and areas of interest,” said Ms Edgar.

Ms Kate Dodd, Open Pit Operator Black Star Open Cut Mine, also supported the have a go mentality and encouraged people “If you ever have the opportunity to work in the mining industry, go for it. It is a lifetime experience that you will not regret,” she said.

Ms Tatum Woodroffe, Mining Engineer Mount Isa Copper Operations, highlighted the necessary characteristics women need to possess in order to succeed in the mining industry.

“A career in the mining industry is for someone who enjoys a challenge and isn’t afraid to get their hands dirty. Being open to the different lifestyles

that living in more remote communities is also important,” she said.

Ms Patty Byrnes, Finance Manager North Queensland Operations, discussed the opportunities available in choosing a career in the mining industry.

“The opportunities available for career progression are what attracted me to work in the mining industry. Consider the variety of roles and be ready to grasp the opportunities that come your way to get the most out of them, and be prepared to travel,” she said.

Xstrata is a foundation platinum sponsor of the QMEA whose further initiatives include working with ‘gateway’ high schools to develop and promote curriculum structures and enable students to access a broad range of minerals and energy related learning and career opportunities. This will involve close contact with minerals and energy companies, including work experience and other on-site activities.

The Women in Mining Forum concluded with an evening networking function at Red Earth Hotel for senior women in the industry.

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The winner of the second quarter Mount Isa Copper Operations (MICO) innovation awards is Mr Gavin Greet, Boilermaker, with his MIG Welder Carrier Boom.

Gavin’s innovation has changed the way he and his workmates perform tasks associated with MIG welders in the X41 workshop, which in turn has greatly improved the health and safety of his crew, reduced costs and improved the Shaft Refurbishment team’s production.

In the past, significant damage has been sustained to the MIG traveller, torch leads, hoses, hand pieces and euro connectors as a result of being moved and dragged around the X41 workshop while carrying out fabrication work. The welding leads also create a potential and unnecessary trip hazard for personnel in the workplace as well as become exposed to potential damage when the forklift is operating in the area.

After detailed discussions and completion of a risk assessment, Gavin and his team decided that the idea would be worth pursuing and the approval was given for the design and fabrication of the two booms for the MIG travellers.

The booms eliminate the need to lift and drag the MIG travellers over leads and around the workshop floor. The booms also keep the leads and hoses off the floor. This improves productivity and efficiency when fabricating larger items such as screens due to the time saved in moving the MIG equipment around.

The improved ease of mobility and operation of the MIG equipment has made a positive impact to workshop operations. Not only have significant improvements been made to productivity, but a number of safety risks have been eliminated in the workshop. These improvements include:

• The job in progress is completed more efficiently as the MIG equipment does not have to be moved around anymore, the booms simply have to be swung into position.

• Safety hazards such as tripping are eliminated as all MIG equipment is attached to the boom and none of it is left on the floor. Furthermore it does not expose the equipment to damage by steelwork or a forklift operating in the area. Since the commissioning of the booms, there has been no damage to MIG travellers and the associated equipment.

• An uncluttered work area is achieved at all times. The MIG booms span over a large area so there are no constrictions to where welding can be carried out.

• Improved safety and housekeeping and a neat appearance is achieved as the articulated design

MIG Welder Carrier Boom wins MICO Innovation Award

Gavin Greet’s award winning MIG Welder carrier boom above.Pictured below at the presentation ceremony are (left to right) Michael Holmes, General Manager MICO Coordination, Gavin Greet, Shaft serviceman, shaft refurbishment project (innovation award winner), Bill Neilson, Supervisor B Crew, shaft refurbishment project, Londt van der Merwe, Engineering Technical Superintendent, Steve Kenworthy, Coordination Superintendent and Frank Donnelly, MICO Engineering Manager

Cultural Heritage assessments recently took place around the George Fisher Mine (GFM) and Xstrata Power Station (XPS) from 31 July to 1 August 2007.

The Cultural Heritage assessments were carried out on various areas of development within the Xstrata Mount Isa Mines operations. These included a number of areas that are to undergo development for the Handle Bar Hill open cut mine near GFM, the digger walking track from Huddy’s North Ridge to Handlebar Hill and the new X41 transmission line construction.

Two Kalkadoon Cultural Heritage assessors were involved in the assessment; Pat Donovan (lead assessor) and Shane Williams who both provided a wealth of information about how their ancestors lived.

The surveys covered over seventy hectares of land and the assessors endured the sweltering sun and thick masses of spinifex. The surveys essentially involved looking for artifacts, bush tucker, and bush medicine. Xstrata Zinc Environmental Advisor, Ms Christina McInally and Geologist, Mr Tony Franick, accompanied the Assessors during the Cultural Heritage survey.

Mr Donovan and Mr Williams were generally looking out for old trees which might have had campfires or artifacts underneath them. Artifacts include spear heads and stone chips from tool making or scars on the trunks where bark was removed for various traditional uses. Assessors also look for items hidden in the tree, low lying shrubs which may have artifacts hidden underneath them or open clearings where their ancestors may have once gathered around. These artifacts are most commonly found around creek beds.

No artifacts were found, however, plenty of bush medicine plants and bush tucker plants were observed on the different areas of land. These included: bush medicine grasses which were used to cure many common ailments such as coughs; caustic bush, which is used to treat warts and other skin growths; and wild passionfruit, a type of bush tucker where the leaves are boiled in water and the water is then used as a cough mixture to treat colds.

Busher tucker plants which were observed included Wild Banana, Nobbies - an external growth on trees which contains water, an edible grub and Snotty Gobble - named after its inside which, although jelly like and sweet tasting, resembles mucous. Gidgee gum which is a hardened sap deposit from various trees with a toffee like consistency was also observed.

The Cultural Heritage assessment was successful with no items of significance found that may adversely affect the areas of development. Wherever practical, during the upcoming works involved for the projects, Indigenous bush-tucker plants and medicine plants will be retained.

Xstrata conducts Cultural Heritage assessments

Right: Indigenous bush-tucker identified during the assessment - (top to bottom) Cultural Assessor Mr Pat Donovan with a Conker Berry bush; medicine grass; a nobby with grub inside; the Snotty Gobble bush; and wild tomato bush

allows the boom to be folded back against the workshop wall when not in use.

Congratulations to Gavin and his colleagues associated with the design and installation of the MIG boom travellers, a simple cost effective solution to an identified potential hazardous situation in the workplace.

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Crowds of more than three thousand locals and tourists flocked to Cloncurry for the 53rd annual Xstrata Copper Ernest Henry Mining Cloncurry Merry Muster.

The annual event took place on Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 August 2007 and kicked off with a colourful Mardi Gras parade on the Friday night, followed by a Graeme Connors concert at the Shire Hall which also attracted a large crowd.

Roping and timed events started on the Thursday and many top class riders performed in this year’s events. They included All Round Champion of Australia in 2006, Mr Shane Kenny, champion bull ride,r Mr Darren Breandenburg and National finalist in broncs and bareback, Mr Lee Bowker.

The winners of this year’s events included Mr Cody Tapp- Open Bull Ride, Mr Darren Clarke- Bareback, Mr Errol Frain- Rope and Tie and Dyllan Stagg-Barrel Race.

Sponsored by the Rotary Association and Xstrata Copper Ernest Henry Mining, volunteers from EHM assisted with the coordination and manning of the bar at the Merry Muster.

“It was extraordinary to see employees from EHM volunteering their personal time to support this local event. The Rotary committee should be very proud as an outstanding number of personnel attended the local event,” said Mr Mike Westerman General Manager, Ernest Henry Mining.

Cloncurry hosts 53rd Annual Merry Muster

Bull-riding was a feature event at the Xstrata Copper Ernest Henry Mining 53rd Annual Cloncurry Merry MusterPhoto courtesy Lynne Vernon

Xstrata Skills Centre Apprentices have been working hard to build four new cages which were donated to the Leukaemia Foundation.

Each cage took approximately one week to construct and involved the hands of seventeen apprentices. The four cages donated are in addition to four cages that were constructed and donated by the apprentices last October.

The cages, which are placed in various locations around Mount Isa, are used as collection points for part of the Leukaemia Foundation’s fundraising efforts aluminium cans are collected and then sold off. The proceeds go towards helping people fight Leukaemia.

The Xstrata Skills Centre officially handed over the cages to Mrs Kathy Swift, spokesperson for the Mount Isa branch of the Leukaemia Foundation, and recently profiled

on Andrew Denton’s Enough Rope program, on Friday 3 August.

“Every little bit of money that we can fundraise counts and the apprentices over at the Skills Centre have done a wonderful job in enabling us to extend our

fundraising activities through the construction of these cages,” said Mrs Swift.

Keep an eye out for the cages around town and pitch in by recycling your aluminium cans to help support this worthy cause.

Apprentices donate cages to the Leukaemia Foundation

Mrs Kathy Swift, spokesperson for the Mount Isa branch of the Leukaemia Foundation recently accepted four new cages for collection of aluminium cans. Pictured with Mrs Swift are Gary Birch, Technical Training Instructor at the Xstrata Skills Centre and the apprentices involved in the construction of the cages

Xstrata in the Community

The Mount Isa Concert Band and String Orchestra, one of Xstrata’s Community Partnership Programs for North Queensland (XCPPNQ), recently hosted a Mount Isa and District Orchestral Workshop for talented young musicians.

The orchestral workshop, which was held over the weekend 20-22 July, hosted musicians from as far a field as Karumba, Birdsville, McKinlay and the Northern Territory. At the conclusion of the workshop, students performed a free concert to music fans, family and friends at the Mount Isa Civic Centre.

The partnership was designed to give students in remote and regional areas, the opportunity to learn a musical instrument. Throughout regional state schools and Mount Isa’s School of the Air, there are over four hundred students who participate in this program. As part of this Xstrata partnership, Mount Isa Concert and Strings Orchestra performs an annual Orchestral Workshop featuring renowned musicians from across the nation.

Mr Mal Hewitt, Musical Director of the Occasional Performing Sinfonia

in Sydney was special guest at this year’s workshop. Mal has an extensive musical background and founded the Occasional Performing Sinfonia in 1993. Mal was a guest conductor at the annual International Festival of Youth Orchestras held in Banff, Canada, as well as conductor of the Sydney Schools Symphony Orchestra and Musical Director of the Public Schools Concert Committee.

“The greatest discipline kids can be involved in is self discipline and self control. To play a musical instrument is the ultimate in team building and incorporates students at all levels,” said Mr Hewitt.

Xstrata has donated $60,000 to the Mount Isa Concert and Strings Orchestra over 2007/2008. This money has gone towards setting up a district Music Library, storage rooms and the purchase of various instruments including double basses, cellos, a bassoon and a timpani. These instruments allow for a more complex, challenging repertoire to be performed and greater depth and timbre to the sound.

Xstrata funds orchestral workshop for up and coming local musicians

The Mount Isa Concert Band and String Orchestra perform at a free concert at the Mount Isa Civic Centre following the recent orchestral workshop funded by the Xstrata Community Partnership Program North Queensland

Girls with a Purpose launched

A new life skills program designed specifically for young girls was recently launched by Xstrata’s community partner, Mount Isa Family Support Service and Neighbourhood Centre.

The Girls with a Purpose program commenced in late August with two groups of eight girls selected to start the eleven week program. The groups have been divided into two age brackets, ages twelve to fifteen and sixteen to seventeen, and the course has been tailored specifically to each age group.

The program is essentially focused on the girls’ strengthening their self-esteem, finding purpose and making better choices for their future.

“There are eleven modules based on development aspects of adolescence. It is a challenging course that has many practical components to it,” said Ms Christine Buckland, Manager Mount Isa Family Support Service and Neighbourhood Centre.

Modules include ‘Safe and in Control’ which focuses on dealing with peer pressure, drugs and alcohol, ‘Belonging’, which teaches girls about self worth and trusting others, and ‘Beauty’ which focuses on individuality and building character. The program also covers life skills such as personal relationships, communication skills, self respect and making healthy lifestyle choices.

“Girls with a Purpose facilitator, Ms Belinda Frischkorn, brings a positive and humorous approach to the program. Guest speakers from Queensland Health and Employment agencies will also be presenting on specific aspects of the program,” added Ms Buckland.

Upon successful completion of the course the girls will be presented with a certificate of participation at an awards ceremony.

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The Cloncurry Shire Council, in partnership with Greening Australia, Ergon Energy, IsaSkills, Job Futures Australia and Xstrata Copper’s Ernest Henry Mine (EHM), held a successful tree planting on Sunday, 29 July 2007.

Although small in numbers an enthusiastic group of Cloncurry residents assembled to plant the sixty nine trees at the old cemetary site on Henry and Alice Streets. The plants have been placed around the perimeter and tree features have been established at each entrance to the cemetary.

“The planting will enhance the area and provide shade for the many visitors who make their way to the Cemetery particularly during the tourist season,” said Ms Tiffany Coffison, Environmental Officer for Cloncurry Shire Council.

Preparation work including establishing the garden beds was undertaken by a group of local residents participating in the Job Futures project. A watering system, mulch and topsoil made planting easy for the twenty six volunteers. After much hard work, the group enjoyed a sausage sizzle breakfast courtesy of Ernest Henry Mine.

The event was also the launch of the Think Smart - Plant Smart brochure which has been sponsored by Cloncurry Council, Ergon Energy, Gardening Australia and Xstrata Copper, EHM. The brochure details which plant species

The Mardi Gras Parade kicked off this year’s Xstrata Mount Isa Mines Rotary Rodeo in style.

Dozens of entrants lined the streets for the start of the Mardi Gras. This year’s route started at the top end of George Street and finished up at the entrance to Buchanan Park in Sutton Street, the new home of the Isa Rodeo.

The theme of this year’s parade was ‘looking forward looking back” and the Xstrata Mount Isa Mines float, built entirely by apprentices from the Xstrata Skills Centre, was warmly welcomed by a crowd of over four thousand children and street side onlookers.

Xstrata’s float included more than twenty volunteers dressed up as cowboys fitted in their chaps, apprentices wearing various coloured outfits from throughout the decades and females from various eras. They walked along side the flatbed truck carrying the showpiece item, the mechanical bull, which represented rodeos looking into the future and the old horse “Spinifex” which symbolised the golden age of rodeo in Mount Isa. Onlookers were also treated to Shania Twain, Keith Urban and Dolly Parton singing on the moving stage.

Forty eight floats entered this year’s Mardi Gras Parade, all competing for various titles. Among the winners were: Powerhouse- Grand Champion Float, Blue Grass- Best Musical/Entertainment Float and Isa Creative Fabrics- Best Commercial Float.

Under the careful guidance of Skills Centre staff, the

Cloncurry gets greener at national tree planting day

are best suited to particular areas of the north west Queensland environment.

The Council would like to express their appreciation to all who contributed to the project, and look forward to next year’s planting.

Cloncurry residents banded together to plant 69 trees at the old Cloncurry cemetary site during the recent national tree day

Mardi Gras Parade; looking forward, looking back

apprentices spent over six weeks making Xstrata’s float. During this time they practised a variety of skills which included clamping, welding, electrical fitting and construction.

The apprentices and staff from the Xstrata Skills Centre are to be congratulated for their many hours of hard work and dedication to creating a vibrant float. We look forward to the unveiling of next year’s float to celebrate the 50th Isa Rodeo.

Xstrata’s ‘looking back’ float featured a recreation of Spinifex, one of the first feature horses of the Isa Rodeo, and was built by teams of apprentices at the Xstrata Skills Centre

Xstrata in the Community

Xstrata Copper’s Ernest Henry Mine (EHM) in Cloncurry is currently undergoing pre-feasibility studies to determine its underground resources.

A team of geological and geotechnical engineers from Chile and Argentina, along with mining engineers, geologists, metallurgists and business analysts from Australia are all part of the pre-feasibility project.

The geological and geotechnical team is currently working on defining the mineral resource below the planned finish depth of the open pit. The mineral resource of EHM extends beyond one kilometre below the surface which is 650 metres below the bottom of the final pit shape.

Contracting firm, Roche, has four diamond drill rigs operating that are completing a resource drilling program of 24,000 metres, with the deepest hole being 1500 meters.

“The drilling program will help increase knowledge of the ore body at depth,” said Mr Chris Carr, Manger Strategic Mine Planning.

Information collected by the geotechnical drilling program will be assessed by geotechnical engineers to determine the strength of material that is to be mined from the underground operations. International experts in the fields of mass mining techniques, rock mass caveability and rock mass pre-conditioning will be consulted to determine the mining technique to be used to extract the ore from underground.

Samples from the underground drilling resource are also being tested by metallurgists to determine if any changes need to be made to the processing plant. This will ensure that the copper and gold recoveries remain at current levels when the underground ore is processed through the concentrator on site.

Conceptual designs of two underground mass mining techniques are also being completed by the team’s mining engineer. Sublevel cave and incline cave mining options are being designed to determine which of the mass mining techniques can be used to economically extract the underground resource or if a combination of the two mass mining techniques can be used. Conceptual design of the

EHM Underground Project

mass mining methods include the ventilation networks, ore handling systems involving underground crushing conveying systems, declines from the surface, internal declines and hoisting shaft infrastructure.

Conceptual design of the civil underground infrastructure, including the underground crusher, conveyor, transfer stations and shaft hoisting, are also being completed in conjunction with the conceptual mine design.

The pre-feasibility study is expected to be completed by the end of 2007. It is likely that a feasibility study will then commence in early 2008 to optimise underground mine design and associated underground civil infrastructure. In conjunction with the feasibility study a decline will be mined in the pit to increase the mining flexibility for whichever mine design is selected.

One of the major challenges facing the team when mining the decline from within the open pit is ensuring that the large surface mining fleet, which includes 250 tonne haulage trucks, and the underground mining operations can interact safely and efficiently.

The team is currently designing the underground portal and is considering several options to provide safe working areas for both the large surface mining fleet and the underground operators.

Ernest Henry Mine pit design showing current (blue) and final (yellow) stages. The EHM copper/gold orebody is shown in red

Drilling is underway at Ernest Henry Mine as part of pre-feasibility studies to determine it’s underground resources

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Xstrata School Based ScholarshipsWhat are the Xstrata School Based Scholarships?Xstrata are offering a number of scholarships to Year 10 students entering year 11 to assist them in gaining real life work experiences in the mining industry.

The scholarships will take the form of financial assistance of $1000 and a work introduction program.

Scholarships may be offered for students interested in pursuing a career pathway in the areas of:• Engineering • Financial Services• Diesel Fitting • Fitting and Turning• Electrical • Supply• Clerical

Following satisfactory completion of the Work Experience program during the first year and upon availability of SATs, the aim is to be able to offer the student a School Based Apprenticeship or Traineeship or further career information and experience for university study.

What will this scholarship offer me?• Information regarding career pathway opportunities in the

mining sector;• Opportunity to undertake Work Experience in a variety of

areas in the Xstrata NQ operations;• Mentoring by Xstrata personnel to ensure I make informed

decisions about career pathways;• Opportunity to gain experience in university related fields;• Opportunity to gain a School Based Apprenticeship or

Traineeship (SAT);• Assurance of post-school employment as SAT converts to full-

time Apprenticeship or Traineeship; and• Wage payment for attendance at work upon sign-up of SAT.

What is expected of me if I receive this scholarship?• Attendance at Work Experience blocks during year 11;• Adherence to Workplace Health and Safety procedures

applicable to Xstrata workplaces;• Active participation in career planning program to identify

appropriate career pathways in the mining sector;• Attendance at work during school vacations after sign-up of

SAT; and• Possible attendance at TAFE training to complete first year

study program.

To be eligible you must be a current year 10 student of Good Shepherd Catholic College or Spinifex State College in Mt Isa.

To apply contact these schools administration offices directly for application forms.

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Spinifex College hosts Planning for the Future dayXstrata representatives recently conducted a series of presentations to Year 11 students from Spinifex College.

The presentations were held on Tuesday 17 July as part of Spinifex College’s Planning for the Future day.

The aim of the Planning for the Future day was to provide students with the opportunity to hear various community members talk about their career paths an the decisions they made along the way. It encouraged students to start thinking about their own career path. The main focus was on having goals and chasing a dream, which, through a series of presentations, videos and activities, gave students some insight into the importance of setting goals and making career plans in order to make their career journey an enjoyable and successful one. One of the day’s activities included learning how to develop a career plan through a computer assisted program.

Xstrata representatives included Mr Mark Ezzy, Acting Manager Copper Smelter Maintenance, Xstrata Copper; Mrs Kerry Brisbane, Electrical Instructor Xstrata Skills Centre and Ms Melanie Edgar, Manager Community Relations Xstrata North Queensland.

They focused their presentations on their own career journeys and experiences which included career plans, aspirations and creating career decision making processes.

“We received a lot of questions and inquiries from both boys and girls on all roles at Xstrata Mount Isa Mines, mainly from mechanical and electrical trades to administration. Overall it was very pleasing and rewarding for me to be able to share my past twenty five years of work at Mount Isa Mines including the hurdles I faced and the accomplishments I have achieved,” said Mr Ezzy.

Other speakers from the Mount Isa community included; Dr Louis Peachey, Mount Isa Centre for Rural and Remote Health; Mr Barry Lea, Senior Broadcaster Mob FM; and Ms Louisa Wakefield, Senior Officer Mount Isa Youth Pathways Program.

Xstrata’s Mr Mark Ezzy and Mrs Kerry Brisbane pictured with Lisa Reddicliffe at the recent Planning for the Future day

Manager Community Relations Xstrata North Queensland Ms Melanie Edgar pictured with Dr Louis Peachey of Mount Isa Centre for Rural and Remote Health

Black Star leads the way in water reuse and dust suppression

A water truck from Black Star Open Cut fills up with recycled storm and waste water and dust suppressant

Xstrata Zinc congratulates Mr Dan Cleary, Capital Projects Supervisor Black Star Open Cut, for his recently conceived and implemented initiative to reuse water for dust suppression on the roads surrounding the Black Star Open Cut (BSOC) mine.

The project involved diverting process water from Mica Creek Power Station (MCPS) to the Kennedy Siltstone Open Cut (KSOC) pit. The KSOC pit is currently being used as a reservoir for the storage of all non-potable water that is used for operational purposes.

Over six hundred metres of piping was laid to divert the water from the MCPS into an open drainage system in which it travels a further six hundred metres before reaching the KSOC reservoir. Approximately one mega litre of water that was previously lost to Death Adder Gully, is now being reused at BSOC.

Once deposited in KSOC, the water is pumped a further eight hundred metres to holding tanks where it is mixed with Reynolds Soil Technology products, RT8 and RT9, which aid dust suppression.

“It has been BSOC’s focus to capture and reuse all available storm and waste water for our dust suppression needs since the operation commenced in mid 2004. This has involved the construction of diversion channels in the past to channel water to KSOC and the use of water extending chemicals. This initiative effectively eliminates any need to consider the use of fresh water even in the driest year,” said Jeff Moncrieff, Manager Technical Services, BSOC.

“The excellent ethos of road maintenance and environmental management is not only contributing to dust suppression, but tyres on the BSOC plant are now averaging nearly nine thousand operational hours which is amazing given the average life cycle is closer to four thousand operational hours,” said Mr Vance Martin, Contract Maintenance Superintendent, BSOC.

“This innovation is an example of excellent environmental performance which is something that the whole team can be proud of,” said Mr Moncrieff.

On 30 July 2007, Ernest Henry Mining (EHM) reached a significant milestone of having crushed and milled over 100 million tonnes of ore. This is an historical point in Copper production for the EHM operation, which commenced in October 1997.

In the past ten years, EHM has significantly contributed to the economic growth of the region. This production milestone reinforces the economic benefits that large scale mining can bring the local, regional and state economies.

“Although having a world class ore deposit has allowed EHM to produce this result, the past ten years have proven that we have the people on board who can make the

difference,” said Mr Mike Westerman, General Manager Ernest Henry Mining.

“The ten year milestone reached by Ernest Henry Mining is a result of different departments coming together to work effectively and cooperatively,” he said.

“The teamwork and professionalism of this milestone is something that all employees, both past and present, of EHM should be proud of,” said Mr John Twomey, Concentrator Manager, EHM .

Thanks are extended to all those who contributed to this marvellous achievement.

EHM reaches historical milestone

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Mine pumping team- using boats underground!

It is hard to imagine that you would ever find a boat underground. At 1000 metres below the mine’s surface, Xstrata Copper’s MICO Mine Pumping team have a unique way of servicing many of the submersible underground pumps through the use of non motorised boats.

There are three non motorised boats underground which are used to float members of the Mine Pumping team out to the pumps when they are required to do checks and maintenance. The boats are approx three metres long by one and a half metres wide and are made from hardened plastic. The boats are transported underground by man car within the logistics department.

“We have been using boats for approximately five years to access these pumps to eliminate the old process of wading out chest deep into the water,” said Mr Jamie McLauchlan, Mine Pumping Superintendent.

The copper mine itself has approximately four hundred submersible and three hundred air operated diaphragm pumps in its underground operations, which assist in controlling water throughout the orebody.

Essentially the pumps are used for water management in the mines’ 31 levels of underground tunnels. Water management in an underground environment requires a lot of time and effort and on a typical day a combination of Kelly and Lewis multistage and Denver Orion pumps shift up to eight mega litres of water to the surface. Here it is stored and recycled by the concentrators.

“The continual development of the mine creates water through various processes such as filling mine stopes, dust suppression, using water to operate drill rigs, and the significant ground water itself that filters through the area,” said Mr McLauchlan.

The pumps underground work in extreme conditions. There is a high attrition rate for the pumps as they have to contend with high acidity levels and suspended solids in the water. Therefore, pumps are checked each shift, that is, twice in a twenty-four hour period.

With Xstrata Mount Isa Mines’ Copper Mine having approximately fifty sinks and sumps that range from holding 1.5 million litres to 60 million litres, it is easy to see why the use of boats is such an effective way to carry out the maintenance of pumps underground.

More recently, MICO’s Mine Pumping Section has finalised a new sump standard which will alleviate the need to use boats underground, however, this is a long term program so the need for boats will remain for a while yet.

XXXX Gold Queensland Bulls paceman Michael Kasprowicz has targeted the Suncorp Country Challenge match in Mount Isa as his long-awaited return to the playing field.

Kasprowicz will be a feature player in the annual City v Country clash at Krutschnitt Oval on September 15 and 16.

The Suncorp Country Challenge will again pit two teams from the Bulls and Queensland Academy of Sport squads, with the line-ups selected along predominantly City and Country lines.

Among the players set to show their stuff in Mount Isa will be last season’s leading runs-scorer Clinton Perren, all-time leading run-scorer and ex-Test batsman Martin Love, promising spinners Daniel Doran and Chris Simpson, former allrounder Lee Carseldine who is on the comeback trail from a serious back injury, rising fast bowlers Grant Sullivan and Nathan Rimmington, and impressive young batsman Craig Philipson.

The team line-ups will be finalised by the State selectors at the end of the month.

The teams will play a one-day game on Saturday 15 September and then a Twenty20 match the following day. Entry for the games will be a gold coin donation.

The players will also be special guests at a Sportsman’s Dinner at The Overlander on Saturday night, with all funds raised from the weekend going to assist cricket in Mount Isa and North-West Queensland.

For bookings to the dinner contact Steve Sutton - Nova Consultants on 4749 2333.

Xstrata is also sponsoring this event with cash and in-kind support. Therefore, we encourage all employees to show their support with a gold coin donation entry on the day for their chance to rub shoulders with some of the aspiring and all-time cricket greats.

Queensland Bulls coming to Isa

Leichhardt River Remediation Project Announcement

Project background

On 20 March, Xstrata Mount Isa Mines held a special Community Briefing Session to respond to the ‘Lead in Blood’ issue which was gaining media attention. At this session we announced that Xstrata Mount Isa Mines had, in late 2006, made a commitment to undertake a three month “Whole of Emissions Study” using an independent world class toxicologist, Associate Professor Barry Noller, to locate the major sources of lead in the Mount Isa community. This study was part of our commitment to the safety and health of our local community, and to determine if the community was exposed to any potential health risks.

Initial results of the study into land, which assessed 19 samples throughout the area, have indicated that performance of previous campaigns to remove historical mine sediments from the river have been very successful, however, natural erosion caused by the river has uncovered additional mine related sediments in some locations. Although the best practice techniques have identified the risk of these sediments to human health to be minimal, these sediment materials still need to be recovered.

Our Leichhardt River Remediation Project will ensure we recover this additional mine sediment, and help us to ensure we remove any risk in relation to its heavy metal content.

Milestones

On approximately 29 August 2007 we will start ‘sampling’ activity in the Leichhardt River between Isa Street Bridge in the south and Alma Street Crossing in the north (refer to map below). In mid October, we will start removing mine sediment material to our lease. We anticipate this work will be completed before the wet season in December. Then, in approximately May 2008, we will commence the third phase of the project with follow up sampling and final landform survey for verification.

Working hours

All work is scheduled to occur between the hours of:

• 7.00am to 6.00pm • Monday to Saturday

We do not expect any work to be performed outside these hours.

However, should the need arise for any extra works, we will inform residents and business owners/managers in the vicinity of the work via letterbox drop.

For more information

If you have any further questions about this project, please contact our Community Relations Department during business hours on:

Community Relations 07) 4744 2011

Xstrata Mount Isa Mines thanks you in advance for your patience and understanding, and apologises for any inconvenience you may experience while this important project is being undertaken.

Scope of WorksThe project covers a stretch of the Leichhardt River near the heart of town. To ensure the safety of residents living in the immediate vicinity of the project, our workers, and members of the broader community, we will appoint an on-site project supervisor as well as employ the services of a security firm for the duration of the works.

Stage 1 works will involve heavy mobile equipment such as backhoes that will be used to dig holes and obtain soil samples. The areas of potential contamination will be clearly identified after initial sampling.

Stage 2 works will involve heavy mobile equipment such as backhoes, excavators, dozers and trucks that will move, load and haul potentially contaminated mine sediment from the Leichhardt River via a pre-approved route. This route will make use of roads in Soldiers Hill and Miles End to access Gardenia Gate, off Barkly Highway, where the material will then be disposed on our mining lease.

Additional road signs and markers will be strategically placed to ensure motorists and residents are aware of increased traffic on the roads during the works. In addition, we will use water trucks to help minimise any dust from the Stage 2 work as well as install tarpaulins over the load of all trucks leaving the river site.

Please note that during the above stages of work, residents can expect:

• increased traffic on the local roads in the vicinity of Soldiers Hill and Miles End; • increased noise from heavy mobile equipment and personnel; and • restricted access to Leichhardt River between Isa Street Bridge and Alma Street Crossing.

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Most electricity used in Australia is generated from fossil fuelled (coal/gas) power stations. Because of this, the efficient use of electricity helps to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

If you need to buy an appliance, choose one that is the right size for your needs and is as efficient as possible. Appliance rating schemes can help you to select the most efficient appliance (reducing both running costs and greenhouse gas emissions).

Further reductions can also be obtained by closely following the manufacturer’s instructions together with careful maintenance.

Another good practice to conserve energy is to turn appliances off at the power outlet. Many appliances continue to draw standby power when switched off at the appliance, contributing up to 10 per cent of household electricity use and increasing the risk of accidental fires.

Home electronics products such as plasma TV screens currently use anywhere between 1 watt and 20 watts on standby and can be in this mode for between 16 and 22 hours each day.

The economic and environmental costs of standby power (also called leaking, vampire or phantom electricity) are sometimes overlooked. It is important to understand that:• a computer and monitor left on for a year generate

the same amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) as a car travelling from Sydney to Perth;

• printers spend approximately 95 per cent of their time sitting idle;

• fax machines are often left on continuously, but their actual use amounts to only about an hour a day; and

• screensavers do not reduce the power consumption of a computer monitor unless they actually turn the monitor off.

Many home electronic products have their energy saving features already activated when you buy them. If your TV, VCR or DVD complies with the Energy Star standard, it will consume around 75 per cent less energy in standby mode than standard products do. Because products like these spend more than 60 per cent of their time on standby, this can add up to a significant reduction in energy use and greenhouse gas emissions.

Standby power accounts for an increasing proportion of the world’s energy use. In ‘developed’ countries, it can represent up to 12 per cent of household electricity consumption. In Australia, standby power could be costing consumers around $500 million every year, resulting in greenhouse gas emissions of more than 5 million tonnes (CO2 equivalent) annually. Worldwide, standby power is estimated to account for as much as 1 per cent of global greenhouse emissions.

Energy saving actions to take to reduce our use of electricity include:

• turning lights off when they are not in use;• turning off computers and televisions at the power

source when they are not in use;• closing the doors of rooms when heaters are in use to

efficiently warm a smaller area and keep the heat in;• pulling back curtains and letting the sun shine in on

sunny winter days to help save on electric or gas heating;

• using the oven light to check on food in the oven rather than opening the door;

• using dividers and steamers to cook vegetables simultaneously in the same pot;

• linking temperature to energy use could save 14 per cent

• turning down the hot water system temperature controller setting could lower heat loss and reduce power use by 14 per cent; and

• insulating ceilings, walls, windows and underneath timber floors.

Check out the ABC website for other handy energy saving tips at http://abc.net.au/tv/carboncops/

Did you know that our water in Mount Isa is pumped from either Lake Moondarra or Lake Julius, using considerable amounts of energy?

Water saving actions to take to help reduce of our use of this precious resource include:.• turning taps off so they don’t drip;• reducing the length of time spent in the shower;• using the half-flush where possible on dual-flush

toilets;• mulching our gardens (including using newspapers as

mulch on our gardens);• Using food scraps as compost for the garden;• using timers on garden watering systems;• covering swimming pools; and• reusing greywater in the garden

Greenhouse gas and energy savings at work and at home

Skin Cancer - what you need to know

Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in Australia. Queensland has the highest rate of skin cancer and two out of every three Queenslanders will be affected by skin cancer in their lifetime.

What is skin cancer?

There are two types of skin cancer; melanoma and non-melanoma. Melanomas are the least common but are the most dangerous if left undetected and untreated. Melanomas appear as a new spot or change to an existing mole or freckle. Most melanomas have an irregular outline, are more than one colour and can be found anywhere on the body.

Non-melanoma skin cancers include basal cell carcinomas and squamous cell carcinomas. They are the most common types of skin cancer but are less dangerous. Basal cell carcinomas grow slowly over months or years and look like small round spots that can be red, pale or pearly in colour. It can also look like a sore that doesn’t heal. Squamous cell carcinomas look like scaly red sores and can bleed easily. They are mostly found on sun exposed skin and can spread if left un-treated.

Who is at risk of skin cancer?

Skin cancer is caused by unprotected sun exposure over a period of time. Sun damage can occur in as little as ten minutes. Everyone is at risk of skin cancer but some people have an increased risk of skin cancer. These people include:

• People who work outdoors – particularly if they work between the hours of 10am and 3pm when the sun is at its hottest

• People who have fair skin that burns easily and/or have light coloured eyes (blue or green), and/or fair or red hair

• People who have a family or personal history of skin cancer

• People who have a large number of moles

How can you reduce your risk of skin cancer?

To reduce your risk of skin cancer The Cancer Council Queensland recommends that you

• Avoid the sun between 10am and 3pm and seek shade where possible

• Wear suitable clothing such as long sleeved shirts and trousers

• Wear a hat – broad brimmed and hats that protect your face, ears and neck are best

• Wear sunglasses – your eyes can suffer sun damage as well

• Wear 30+ SPF waterproof sunscreen – apply the sunscreen according to the directions and remember in hot weather you will have to apply it more frequently

• Remember there is no such thing as a safe tan! Tanned skin is sun damaged skin

Early detection is important

As some skin cancers can develop quickly it is important that you become familiar with your skin. You should check your skin every three months, though you might have to do this more often if you have had skin cancer in the past.

• Allow approximately 15 minutes to check your whole body. You will need to undress, have good lighting and access to

a hand held and full length mirror for hard to see areas. If you have a partner – ask them to help

• Check all areas of your body carefully including the spaces in between your fingers and toes and places that don’t see a lot sun like your buttocks

• Look for anything that is new, may have changed shape, size and colour or itches or bleeds. If you notice a change you should see your Doctor as soon as possible. Your Doctor knows your history and will be able to advise you what to do next

More information

• Gemini Skin Screen – can assist you with early and accurate detection of melanomas and other skin cancers. Using the latest in digital scanning technology, the experienced Doctors will clinically examine you from top to toe for peace of mind.

71 Camooweal St Mt Isa – Ph 4743 1488

• Gemini Medical Mt Isa – Central Office Administration Building – Ph 4744 2242

• The Cancer Council Queensland – Cancer Council Helpline 13 11 20 or www.cancerqld.org.au

Xstrata and Gemini Health encourage all employees, particularly those who work outdoors, to protect their skin from the harsh outback sun. Legionnaire style visors to wear in conjunction with hardhats and safety sunglasses are available as part of PPE requirements

Is it time for your skin check?Xstrata Mount Isa is offering all employees the chance to visit the Gemini Skin Clinic to have a skin check by one of Gemini Medical’s experienced Doctors.

To book your skin checks just follow these easy steps

1. Check that your department has approved for it’s employees to have a skin screen

2. Once approved get the cost centre from your superintendent or manager and bring it along to your appointment.

Make an appointment for your skin check at Gemini Skin Screen by calling 4743 1488 or by visiting the clinic 71 Camooweal St, Mount Isa

Turning lights off when they are not required is an energy saving action that will reduce our use of electricity and thereby reduce greenhouse gas emissions

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CLASSIFIEDSClassifieds are free to Mount Isa Mines’ employees. The deadline for each issue is the first working day of every month. Forms available on the intranet. Please keep descriptions to 25 words or less.

Mount Isa Mines LimitedABN: 87 009 661 447

Private Mail Bag 6Mount Isa

Queensland 4825Australia

Tel: (07) 4744 2011Fax: (07) 4744 3731

www.xstrata.com

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Congratuations to Lauren Thomas who correctly guessed June and July’s photo competition was the horseshoe shaped Buchanan Park sign on the fence at the racecourse.

Lauren has won a double pass to Cinema Mount Isa. Thank you to all others who correctly guessed the photo.

Can you guess this month’s Mount Isa Mines photo competition (pictured above?).

For your chance to win email mtrim@xstratacopper.com.au with your answer. The winner will be drawn prior to the September edition of Mine to Market.

4 Runner ’85. AS is, where is. Ph 0401 840 879

5 tyres Eldorado ZR4 LT Radials 265/75/R16 4 travelled 2000 kms, 1 Brand new $500- suit Landcruiser/Nissan Patrol etc

Alloy bulbar and side steps, suit 100 series, $1000 for the lot. Ph 4749 0014 and leave a message.

Baby’s cot in VG. Mattress and mattress covers included $200. Ph 4744 3587.

Boat, 4.2 Bermuda Side console, full floor and casting decks, 40 HP 2 stroke mercury, sounder bimini, bow mount 55lb, minn kita electric motor, trailer has lifted springs and land cruiser hubs. Great fishing boat. $10,000 ono. Ph 4749 1118.

Steelcraft high chair, multi function – excellent condition, safety harness attached can be adjusted and removed for washing. Heavy duty vinyl padded seat, easy to clean. Height adjustable, 5 positions has pushing handle and wheels and lockable. Seat is removable and can be placed on the floor or attached to table, tray is also removable. Dark blue in colour. Ph: 47433367 after 7pm.

VUSS Ute, 2002 Holden Commodore. 5.7lt Gen III V* (225kw). Sports bar, tow bar, head light protectors, tinted windows, colour coded gauges. Only 58,500 kms. Six speed manual, keyless entry, cruise control, alloy wheels, air con, CD player, power steering, ABS. One owner. full service history. Very good cond throughout. $24,000. Ph 0438 862 468.

ARB ¾ roof rack to suit Nissan Patrol or 80 series Landcruiser $560, UHF radio - 40 channel $160. Ph 0427 616 759

30ft Bedford Bus, ready to fit out, unfinished project. Any reasonable offer considered. Ph 0418 772 130

3 drawer desk $20. Brand new ‘James Bond’ DVD collection (20 DVD’s) $10 each or offer for whole pack. Upright fan $10. Low camp chairs $5 each. Ph 0421 877 466

In MemoryWe extend our condolences to the Price family for the passing of Neville Douglas Price. Neville was an electrical inspector at Mount Isa Mines and retired in 1984 after 30 years service. Mason worked with George Fisher and Tony McGrady.

2007 Casa Grande Ball will be held on Saturday 29 September from 7 pm. Tickets will go on sale Monday 3 September at the Mount Isa Civic Centre. Ticket cost $150 per person, restrictions of 1 table per person apply with no telephone sales accepted.

Mount Isa Copper Operations (MICO) Sat 10 Nov (B & D Crews) Sat 8 Dec (A & C Crews) Venue: Xstrata Entertainment Centre, Buchanan Park

Zinc Lead Operations Sat 3 Nov Sat 1 Dec Venue: Hockey Grounds

Metallurgical Operations Fri 30 Nov Fri 9 Dec Venue: Rugby Club

Other Departments - includesSupport Services and Logistics, Finance, IT, HR, Community Relations, Safety, Health and Compliance, Environment, Strategic Planning, Engineering Services & ProjectsFri 7 DecVenue: Irish Club Oval

2007 Christmas Party Dates