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In response to Alcoa’s proposal to expand bauxite mining in Western Australia’s Northern Jarrah Forest, including Perth water catchment, a coalition of concerned citizens and environmental organisations is mobilising for action.
On 10 August, a community-organised bus trip will head into the heart of WA’s Northern Jarrah Forest to bear witness to the ecological devastation caused by more than 60 years of bauxite mining. This trip will offer participants the opportunity to take photos, document the destruction, and raise awareness across social media and political channels.
This initiative coincides with the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) public submission period, open until 21 August 2025, to review Alcoa’s controversial expansion plan.
“Alcoa’s operations are outdated, environmentally destructive, and supported by an archaic 1961 State Agreement,” said a campaign spokesperson. “Over 30,000 hectares of Jarrah Forest have been cleared, and rehabilitation has repeatedly failed. It is now evident that Jarrah Forest cannot be restored after mining—which is why further destruction is simply unacceptable.”
The bus trip supports the WA Forest Alliance’s End Forest Mining campaign and is part of a broader strategy to gather 20,000 submissions to the EPA in opposition to Alcoa’s mining expansion. A fact sheet and submission guide will be made available in mid-July to streamline the process for concerned citizens. The Australian Conservation Foundation Perth Community Group and Jarrahdale Forest Protectors will be hosting the bus trip.
It's a free event however, donations on the day will be appreciated to cover the costs. Numbers are limited, RSVP to secure your seat.