Andesite Mining in Australia: Yes, in Several States

Andesite (intermediate volcanic rock) is quarried in Australia for construction aggregate, road base, and dimension stone. Notable occurrences:

• Victoria: Western District (Newer Volcanics Province).
• New South Wales: Central Tablelands, Southern Highlands.
• Queensland: Main Range, Toowoomba region.
• Tasmania: Small quarries in volcanic terrains.

Operations are typically small‑to‑medium scale; regulated by state mining/extractive industries legislation.