The natural environment surrounding the Gold Ridge mine has been modified substantially and requires an ongoing monitoring program to ensure the ecosystem services of food and water for the local communities continue to be safe. This dataset hosts an article relating to a study that assessed the catchments surrounding the Gold Ridge gold mine (Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands) and found that extensive changes in river course, and water and sediment quality have occurred downstream of the gold mine since its development.
This record holds 3 Seismic Trackline Index maps, representing survey information collected from the Gulfrex , Mobil and CCOP/SOPAC cruises conducted around the Solomon Is sea area in 1972 to 1979. Collection includes a hand drawn copy and 2 digitally compiled copies, drawn on sepia paper by Phil Woodward. Copy of the maps and the report can be downloaded by selecting the appropriate link under 'Online resources' with permission from the Secretariat.