Falcon Update #2
Falcon update 13/11/24:
It’s been a very exciting weekend at QMAG’s Parkhurst Processing Facility with the hatching of all 3 peregrine falcon eggs after around 30 days of incubation. Two chicks were born around Friday and the runt most likely Sunday.
It’s very exciting considering the first clutch in September was unsuccessful (likely predated) and a testament to Electra that she was able to lay three new eggs. Electra is being a great Mum protecting her chicks and keeping them warm and fed.
Parenting is a team effort with Falco protecting the territory and helping QMAG out by managing the local population of rock doves (feral pigeons) and bringing plucked food gifts to Electra.
Every day that goes past the chicks get stronger and be less likely to be predated. If all goes well the chicks will fledge the week before Christmas -what a spectacular treat it would be for workers over the Christmas period to witness the fastest animal on the planet undergoing flight training.
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Falcon Update
The peregrine falcons at QMAG’s Parkhurst processing facility are breeding again after an unfortunate setback in September.
From our Ore to Your Door - Episode 7 - Mining Operations
QMAG currently mines 4 million tonnes of ore per year, from six to eight different pits.
We choose pits based on their magnesite content and contaminant concentrations. There are always at least two pits mined simultaneously to provide the Parkhurst plant with enough material at suitable quality to support our full suite of products.
From our Ore to Your Door - Episode 6 - Mining Pit Development
With exploration, drilling and planning complete, it’s time to start mining. First, surveyors stake out the boundary of the area to be mined. A clearing permit verifies that the area to be mined is within the active lease, has
been cleared by the local Land Council, and has the correct government permit to be mined. Now the pit development can begin.
Visitors to Kunwarara
We were thrilled to welcome Matthew Canavan and Michelle Landry to our mine last week! It was an exciting opportunity to give them an in-depth look at our "Ore to Your Door" process and share the remarkable stories of the local businesses that enrich our community.
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