The Argyle diamond mine
The Argyle diamond mine in the remote East Kimberley region of Western Australia operates in a region of significant economic and social disadvantage. One of Argyle's key priorities is to help build a stronger and more robust East Kimberley economy, that is not dependent upon the mine's operation. To this end, it is initiating training, employment and business development programmes, especially for Indigenous people that will improve the region's skill base and increase the number and profile of self-sustaining businesses.
Argyle gives a high priority to building partnerships with local organisations, communities and businesses to develop health and education programmes that will improve social outcomes in areas of greatest need. Argyle is supporting local Indigenous people to become the drivers of economic and community development, so that growth and improvement will continue for Aboriginal communities long after Argyle has left the East Kimberley region.
The Argyle Participation Agreement
Registered in 2005, the Argyle Participation Agreement acknowledges that traditional owners are the mining lease custodians, while in turn traditional owners recognise Argyle's right to mine.
Environmental sensitivity
Argyle intends leaving a legacy of a fully rehabilitated landscape in the east Kimberley.
Improving cultural understanding
Argyle is committed to building an appreciation of Aboriginal culture through the support and encouragement of Aboriginal artists and groups.
Building Argyle's Aboriginal workforce
By employing a range of innovative staff recruitment strategies, Argyle aims to increase the representation of Aboriginal people in its workforce.
Creating pathways to employment
Providing local employment and training opportunities is one of the most powerful ways in which Argyle can strengthen East Kimberley communities.
Regional partnerships
Argyle promotes local leadership and encourages long-term sharing of resources by building partnerships with businesses and organisations in the region.
