The Department of Mines, Petroleum and Exploration (DMPE) has released its Mining Rehabilitation Fund (MRF) yearly report, which outlines the key activities and achievements of the MRF and Abandoned Mines Program (AMP) in 2024–25.
Introduced in 2013, the MRF is a pooled fund that Western Australian tenement holders under the Mining Act 1978 are required to contribute to through an annual levy. Where a mine operator is unable to meet their rehabilitation obligations and the site is declared abandoned, the MRF can be used.
In this special edition of the MRF yearly report, we celebrate a decade of WA’s AMP, reflecting on its growth, evolution, and achievements in delivering safer, rehabilitated environments across the State.
During 2024–25, mining rehabilitation levies totaling $51.6 million were assessed, representing an 8.17 per cent increase from the previous year. The MRF compliance team reviewed 2,631 tenements across 110 MRF reports for the 2024–25 levy period. By enhancing stakeholder engagement, and placing a strong emphasis on education, the MRF Compliance Team significantly improved the effectiveness and reach of its review processes, reviewing more than double the amount of tenements than in the previous year. These outcomes reflect the department’s commitment to continuous improvement and meaningful engagement with industry.
The AMP reached several key milestones during the 2024–25 financial year. Notably, abandoned mine site declarations were made for the Collieries and Safer Shafts for Towns projects, enabling progression toward improved safety outcomes for local communities. The Ellendale Stage 1 Earthworks continued on schedule, marking the second season of rehabilitation works. In parallel, the Ellendale Bunuba Trainee Program continued to deliver outstanding results, with six Indigenous participants earning 20 National Certificates of Attainment across a range of heavy vehicle operations. This success was made possible through a strong partnership between Buru Rehab, the local community, and the AMP. These achievements reflect the AMP’s commitment to collaborative, risk-based rehabilitation and its enduring focus on community, safety, and environmental outcomes.
To view the report, and historical reports from previous years, visit the MRF webpage.
The key activities and achievements of the MRF and AMP for 2024–25 are now available in the MRF yearly report. Find out how this fund contributes to managing and rehabilitating abandoned mines across the State, and the positive community and environmental outcomes being delivered.
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