Economic contributions
Through our operations, Coal & Allied makes a significant direct and indirect contribution to the national economy, as well as the economies of New South Wales and the local economies of the regions surrounding our operations.
Direct contributions by the mining industry include both economic and community contributions. We contribute to the economy by:
- Purchasing goods and services from suppliers
- Paying wages and salaries to employees
- Paying royalties and taxes to governments, which are used for the provision of services and infrastructure.
Coal & Allied contribution to economy
| Local community | Regional area | National | International | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Payments to suppliers* | $199 million | $329 million | $522 million | $127 million | $1,177 million |
| Wages, salaries, benefits paid to employees | $212 million | $212 million | |||
| Taxes, royalties paid to governments | $166 million | $334 million | $500 million | ||
| Total | $411 million | $495 million | $856 million | $127 million | $1,889 million |
Note: Data is provided on an equity share basis.
* Breakdown by local, regional, national and international is estimated only.