Mining, Landscape and the Culture of Development Ideology in Australia

proved so far, given the range of copper, gold and uranium discoveries during the past two decades. While it may be true, as suggested by some writers, that mineral exploration is exciting and intriguing for many AustralianS,2 for the industry professionals who actually culminate what is often years of effort with a proven substantial discovery, it can be a highly significant personal experience. The geologist at Kintyre attempted to communicate such feelings recalled from the period when the scale and location of the orebody were being confirmed :