Western Australian Premier, Collin Barnett’s decision to agree to extend the life of Kurra Village (BHP’s camp for its FIFO workers at the Mount Whaleback iron ore mine) has caused a lot of controversy in the local Newman community.
The push is to utilise empty accommodation units in town that could be used for residential employees, that will support the town rather than a FIFO camp where no-one mixes or supports local businesses.
In response to the community outcry, the FIFO Wars videos have surfaced and have created more conversation around the decision to keep the camp open. Rumour has it that the videos were created by a local business man in Newman, highlighting what the Newman community is feeling and are looking to achieve.
Have a look at the clever videos below. For the record, MACRO had no involvement in the creation of these videos.
Episode 1: http://youtu.be/3c8be5_IFko
Episode 2: https://youtu.be/6FF0gPr82TE
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