Large-scale mining is one of the most controversial contemporary development enterprises in the Asia-Pacific. Despite a number of high-profile social, environmental and human rights controversies connected with the mining industry, it continues to be an integral part of the economies and development planning of most countries in the Asia-Pacific region. Focusing on Melanesia, this book looks at a range of issues connected with the mining industry that resonate across the region, relating to environment, corporations, labour, economy, and community.

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A little story by a dentist, hoping to promote good oral hygiene. Educate children and their parents on the proper method of brushing. A boy tries to learn how to brush and is visited by someone special to teach him.

The Mind Will Always Attempt To Make Logic Out Of Chaos. . . The poems and short stories in this book all have more involved stories behind them. These are glimpses into those poems and stories. Sarah's Freedom: A woman marries the love of her life, man of her dreams, only to wake up one morning and admit to herself that she's in an abusive and controlling marriage. After years of hoping things will get better, she decides that she has had enough and plans a way out. Be Ye Friend or Foe: Tells of a modern-day American solider/warrior expressing his loyalty and dedication in which he serves...