ProjectProponent: Simcoa Operations Pty LtdProposal description: Extension of mine area to include an area containing Declared Rare Flora (DRF) and a Threatened Ecological Community (TEC). The proponent has proposed a Resource Access and Conservation Package to enable mining of this area whilst providing biodiversity conservation benefits for the community and the State. Inquiry under s46 into amending the conditions of Ministerial Statement 27 and Ministerial Statement 279. Assessment Number: 1383Region: WheatbeltReferred under EP Act: s46Industry sector: Sand, rock, gravel and clayLast updated: October 31, 2001Current Status: Ministerial Statement published 2. Decision on whether to assess this proposalChair's Determination: s46 request for a change to environmental conditions (not subject to appeal): Public NotificationPreliminary Environmental Factors: Flora and VegetationDate published: Monday, 25 June, 2001 4. EPA Report on assessmentEPA Report Number: 1027EPA Report: EPA Report 1027Key Environmental Factors: Flora and VegetationDate published: Monday, 3 September, 2001Appeals close: Monday, 17 September, 2001 5. Decision on proposal and implementation of proposalMinisterial StatementDate of approval: Wednesday, 31 October, 2001Ministerial Statement: Ministerial Statement 0575