Cadia Gold Mine near Orange ordered to fix dust pollution after heavy metals found in locals' blood, water

Residents have expressed concern about dust lifting off Cadia Gold Mine, like this instance in April 2022. (Supplied: Cadia Community Sustainability Network)

Cadia Gold Mine in central western New South Wales has been given a series of deadlines to show it is complying with its obligations to prevent air pollution.

The Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has issued a final prevention notice, outlining the steps that must be taken to reduce emissions from the site and reassure the community.