Coal is Queensland’s most important export commodity, earning billions of dollars for exports annually. Coal mining provides many benefits for Queensland communities with coal companies contributing 7% of coal revenues (after deduction of port-related charges) to the state government. The royalties go into Queensland’s consolidated revenue which is used to provide public services including hospitals, roads and schools. Coal mining in Queensland provides jobs for approximately 13,000 people with Macarthur Coal providing jobs for approximately 600 people. More information about the benefits that coal mining provides for Queenslanders is available on the Queensland Resources Council website at www.qrc.org.au
Individuals or organisations seeking sponsorships and donations should first refer to Macarthur Coal's Sponsorships and Donations Policy.Macarthur Coal’s community relations strategies and policies are grouped under the following headings: