Emily Lambourne – Hunter Valley Operations
1080 WILD DOG AND FOX BAITING

IMPORTANT WARNING FOR OWNERS OF WORKING DOGS AND PETS

09 October 2025

WARNING: 1080 WILD DOG AND FOX BAITING OCTOBER 20 to NOVEMBER 21 HVO’s Vertebrate Pest Management Program will be in operation from Monday 20 October to Friday 21 November 2025.  Feral dogs and foxes will be targeted using sodium monofluoroacetate (1080) ground baits, including meat and ejector baits. Where baiting will occur Who will conduct […]

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HVO powers up Dungog Pedalfest with sun-safe support

08 October 2025

Dungog Pedalfest participants had a cool ride during the recent event thanks to support from Hunter Valley Operations (HVO). HVO provided in-kind donations designed to keep riders cool, safe and on course. Three sun-safe marquees and branded hats provided vital shade, while signage and eye-catching banners guided competitors and spectators throughout the three-day cycling festival. […]

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HVO Continuation Project Amendment Report on public exhibition 

10 September 2025

The public can have their say on Hunter Valley Operations’ (HVO) plans to extend its operation until 2045, after the Continuation Project Amendment Report went on exhibition last week.  The project would provide around 1,500 ongoing jobs, with an extra 600 jobs in the construction phase, pouring billions of dollars into the Hunter Valley economy […]

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HVO Empowers WRHS Crew with Tech Boost at Belmont Base

09 September 2025

Hunter Valley Operations marked its Painted Truck Tray partnership in 2025 by delivering two iPad minis to the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service (WRHS) base in Belmont. Environment and Community Superintendent Brenton Hubert and Emergency Response Coordinator Andrew Porters toured the hangar, met the pilots and paramedics, and saw firsthand how this tech upgrade will streamline […]

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HVO Support Fuels Calm with Mindful Mondays at Singleton Family Support

27 May 2025

Singleton Family Support has been a cornerstone of the local community for over 30 years, offering free, confidential support for individuals and families facing life challenges, from parenting and housing stress to mental health and domestic violence. Through trauma-informed services, group-based programs and individual support, the organisation empowers locals to build resilience, connection and wellbeing. […]

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Tough trekking for Brain Cancer Research

08 May 2025

HVO’s own Anthony Ventra is trading his steel caps for hiking boots this August, taking part in the Heysen Flinders Ranges Challenge to raise funds for the Mark Hughes Foundation (MHF) in the South Australian outback. Anthony, who works as a Business Improvement Superintendent at HVO, will trek across the Flinders Ranges over six days, […]

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Short-term extension approved while work continues on HVOCP Amendment Report

28 April 2025

HVO has been granted short-term extension of time from the NSW Government to allow ongoing mining until December 2026 within the currently approved area (also known as Modification 8). This extension was necessary to protect the jobs of our workforce and give certainty to our contractors, community partners, and the businesses that rely on us […]

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Mining Meets Mini Minds at Little Kindy

22 April 2025

Hard hats, two-way radios and mining treasure maps kept Singleton’s Little Kindy kids entertained when our HVO team visited recently.  About 20 curious and energetic 3–5-year-olds had the world of mining brought to life in a fun and interactive way. The HVO team included Learning and Development Coordinator Paul Watters, Environment and Community Officer Nic […]

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Second year electrical apprentice Levi Roberts stands in front of a deconstructed haul truck in hi-vis workwear.

Building strong futures: Electrical apprentice Levi Roberts

31 March 2025

Second-year electrical apprentice Levi is proving to be a dedicated and hardworking tradesman at HVO. “Taking on the apprenticeship with HVO was the best decision I ever made,” Levi said. His journey began in high school when he completed a Certificate II in Electrotechnology before taking on the apprenticeship with HVO. Now, he’s getting hands-on […]

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