The mines brought employment directly to the mines themselves, the communities serving the mine areas found the economy increased as did local suppliers to the mines. However, when the mines were forced to close from early 1980 the areas became an economic minefield with vastly higher than average unemployment, business that supplied the communities and the mines closed and or moved out of the areas. Miners that once worked 3 shift patterns found it exceptionally difficult gain work as their skills were based on the mining and not what was left post closures. In addition issues of ill health became more visible with many suffering pneumoconiosis and associated diseases. The areas still suffer similar issues as employment has never recovered.
The most major industry in all of Wale's history is mining. Wales was famous for mining coal and precious metals.
Mining in Wales dates back to prehistoric times, with evidence of copper mining in the region as early as 3000 BC. However, the more significant development of mining, particularly for coal and slate, began during the industrial revolution in the 18th century. By the mid-19th century, Wales had become a major center for coal mining, contributing significantly to the Industrial Revolution in Britain.
You get the materials
The most notorious is the Aberfan Mining Disaster
slate mining is a traditional job
the benefits are it will make you rich, it can be used for jewellery.
You make money from it.
Coal mining in Wales declined due to a variety of factors including cheaper coal imports, depletion of easily accessible coal reserves, changing global energy markets, stricter environmental regulations, and increased competition from alternative energy sources. These factors collectively led to a structural decline in the coal mining industry in Wales.
people can trade for goods such as spices
You dont die as easily
Some of the minerals and metals mined in New South Wales are:opalssilverleadzincgoldzirconcoppercoaltitaniumSee the related link below for more information about mining in New South Wales.
Pretty much all of them? most likely: Aberdare.