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Water in Mining 2013 on the basis that they are an unnecessary and unproductive overhead. However, the additional value that can be extracted from well-designed and carefully managed collaborations can be substantial. If the collaborations are well designed and implemented, a great deal of demonstrable and tangible value can be delivered over the short, medium and long term. It is not only possible but something of an imperative to ensure that short-term market conditions do not result in water dropping automatically to ‘Z’. Pressures to become more productive can be used to unlock cleverness in people and systems to deliver better short-term outcomes and to avoid medium term increases in costs and negative legacies. It is also an opportunity to invest judiciously in initiatives, such as improving the approvals processes that will position industry, government and communities for fast response when the market recovers. 1. It is often said that when China sneezes small economies with high dependence on China, like Australia, catch a cold or flu. On behalf of the organising committee, I invite you to attend Water in Mining 2013 to be held in Brisbane, Australia on 26-28 November 2013. Hosted by The Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM) in association with Centre for Water in the Minerals Industry (SMICWiMI), this conference will present an invaluable technical experience as well as provide excellent discussion and networking opportunities. Water in Mining 2013 celebrates ten years of bringing water issues to the forefront of the mining industry and continues to place emphasis on collaboration between industry, government, academia and communities regarding water usage issues and management. The conference will bring together individuals and organisations involved in water management to share experiences and innovation. Conference highlights will include: • 3 day technical program presenting over 50 papers • Trade exhibition • Pre-conference technical site tour • Conference workshops • Social functions – Welcome Reception and Conference Dinner Water in Mining 2013 will focus on the increasing need for a practical and operational approach to integrated water resource management with a clear need to collaborate with local communities. Register now to participate in this challenging and thought provoking conference. We look forward to meeting you in Brisbane. For further information on Water in Mining 2013 please visit the conference website www.ausimm.com. au/waterinmining2013 or contact Eliza Sanneman, Senior Coordinator, Events, The AusIMM. Telephone: [phone] I Email: [email protected] Australian wat e r m a n a g e m e nt r e vie w 67