DEC fines Kalgoorlie mining company

Barrick (Kanowna) Ltd has been issued a $25,000 fine by the Department of Environment and Conservation for allegedly causing environmental harm.

In a statement the DEC said the Canadian company allegedly caused a spill of tailings, or waste, nearly two years ago at its facility north of Kalgoorlie, which had an adverse impact on vegetation.

The company has 28 days in which to pay the fine.