I have worked in the mining and quarrying industry for half my...

I have worked in the mining and quarrying industry for half my career.I have been involved in negotiations on ground to get drilling access and heritage issues resolved with traditional owners .After that and usually a long way down the track we start planning the mine if we find anything.Royalty agreements etc. are negotiated .This process has been going on in Australia for decades.Do a case study on Fortesque and Twiggy and you will gain a great insight as to what really is negotiated and has been happening at the face.My answer to your question the way you have put is NO.Regards and I am angry about what is going on at WWI and all the rubbish coming out of some posters.