Gippsland Critical Minerals has expanded its Community Reference Group (CRG), with five new members joining to further strengthen local representation for the Fingerboards Critical Minerals Project.

Now comprising 16 members, this expanded group reinforces GCM’s ongoing commitment to community engagement at every stage of the project’s development.

The CRG was established as a forum to amplify community feedback and ensure that timely, accurate, and transparent information about the project is easily accessible.

With this expansion, GCM enhances its ability to capture diverse local perspectives, providing more detailed guidance on key issues and ensuring the project aligns with the region’s social, economic, and environmental priorities.

“Expanding the CRG is a direct reflection of our commitment to ensuring we are listening and consulting with a range of views and perspectives and that we are also capturing local knowledge as we rescope the project,” said Michelle Wood, CEO of Gippsland Critical Minerals.

“By placing community input at the heart of the project design from the outset, in this way we’re building a new project that deliver can long-term benefits.”

The new members bring a wide range of skills and experiences to the CRG. New members Peter Reefman and Rohan Reynolds shared their thoughts on joining the group. Peter Reefman said:

“On the CRG, I’ll draw on facts, local knowledge, and strong connections in the community to help shape decisions that last and deliver real benefits to my local community.”

Peter Reefman

Rohan Reynolds added:

“This is about keeping communication open between the community and the project team, ensuring local interests are heard and considered in every discussion.”

Rohan Reynolds

The CRG will continue to meet quarterly to provide ongoing community feedback and ensure the Fingerboards Project stays aligned with regional priorities.