Following a number of regulatory hiccups that could have discouraged investment in the minerals-rich state, Hartcher will address the Perth-based convention on how the NSW government is working to improve investment confidence in the sector through amendments to regulatory processes.

“In recent times investment confidence has declined in NSW and it must be enhanced to ensure we continue to maintain one of our key industries – the mining sector,” Hartcher said.

“Global boards intent on investing in NSW can be confident that the NSW government is working hard to ensure our state’s regulatory controls recognise the value and benefits of the resource, while balancing the impacts that mines may have on local amenities.”

The AMEC Convention 2013 will be held at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre on September 3-4 and is organised by the Association of Mining and Exploration Companies, Australia’s peak industry body for mineral exploration and mining.

AMEC chief executive officer Simon Bennison said this year’s convention would present “the case for confidence” in mineral exploration and mining, tapping into the current discussions on the future of the industry.

“This year’s AMEC Convention will set the policy agenda and provide helpful advice on operating in an uncertain global market,” Bennison said.

Other speakers include former Future Fund chairman David Murray and federal Resources and Energy Minister Gary Gray.