The Yeelirrie uranium project is a proposed uranium mining project, located approximately 70 km south west of Wiluna, in the Mid West region of Western Australia.

Yeelirrie uranium project is a uranium mining project located in Western Australia. The project is owned by Cameco Australia and is located approximately 900 km north-east of Perth. The project is expected to produce up to 8,000 tonnes of uranium oxide concentrate (U3O8) annually over a mine life of 17 years. The project is expected to cost $1.1 billion, with the majority of the funding coming from Cameco’s Australian subsidiary.

The Yeelirrie uranium project is located within an area of the Great Victoria Desert known as the Yeelirrie-Wiluna region. The project area covers an area of approximately 13,000 hectares, with the mine site located within a 1,400 hectare mining lease. The orebody is located at a depth of approximately 140 metres below the surface and is estimated to contain over 45 million tonnes of ore.

The project is expected to employ up to 300 people during the construction phase and 200 people during the operational phase. The project is expected to generate over $1 billion in revenue for the state of Western Australia over its life. The project is also expected to generate significant economic benefits for the local community, including employment opportunities and the potential for increased tourism.

The Yeelirrie uranium project is subject to a number of environmental regulations, with the project undergoing a rigorous environmental assessment process before being approved. The project is expected to have minimal impact on the environment, with the majority of the impacts being associated with the construction phase.

The Yeelirrie uranium project is an important part of the Australian uranium industry and is expected to contribute significantly to the state’s economy. The project is expected to provide a secure source of uranium for the international market and will help to ensure the future of the uranium industry in Australia.