May 18 (Reuters) - Newcrest Mining Ltd NCM.AX
* For Cadia, Newcrest is undertaking community consultation to increase processing and ore production permitted capacity to 35 million tonnes per annum
* Permit modification process and feasibility study is designed to enable start of construction in 2018 calendar year if approved
* Expanded plant has potential to provide additional permanent employment for up to 100 people Source text for Eikon: ID:nASX1yzGBn Further company coverage: NCM.AX