Jacinth-Ambrosia Mine (original) (raw)

The Jacinth-Ambrosia Mine is a mine operated by Iluka Resources in South Australia. The primary output of the mine is zircon, used in making ceramics. The mine exploits both the Jacinth and Ambrosia deposits which were discovered in 2004. Mining commenced in 2009. The mine operates inside of the Yellabinna Regional Reserve and is served by Jacinth Ambrosia Airport. Around 70 workers operate on a Fly-in fly-out basis. It is the first mine in South Australia to be approved for development in a regional reserve. Seed and topsoil are collected and stored for later site rehabilitation.