Dept: Lake’s got little conservation value

THE Department of Biosecurity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA) sees little conservation value in Black Diamond lake. A DBCA spokesperson said the abandoned mine site is managed by several parties, including the Shire of Collie and private property owners.

DBCA’s priority is on managing other sites in Collie.

“Transferring management to DBCA for recreation development is not supported due to a range of issues including land tenure, site safety, visitor risk and contamination,” the spokesperson said.

“DBCA’s resources are focused on improving management and visitor experience at existing high visitation recreation sites in close proximity to Collie.