Whicher Range

Composed of lateritic Mesozoic sediments, the range marks the southern and western edge of the Yilgarn Block.

[8][9] Despite its unique environmental features of rare flora and residual native vegetation the range is under pressure as a water and gas supply location.

[13] However, working out means of extracting the gas proved difficult for an earlier company Amity Oil in 2004.

[16][17] The Western Australian Minister for Mines and Petroleum, Norman Moore has also made public comments regarding legislation in relation to fracking.

[19] The range and the rivers that originate in its area were under review for potential dam sites and water allocation.