More than 400 jobs could be axed with news the Ravensthorpe nickel mine will be closed from next month.

Canadian mining company First Quantum Minerals has announced operations will be suspended at the south-east mine due to the persistently low nickel price.

Mornings with Gareth Parker spoke to the Shire of Ravensthorpe president Keith Dunlop, and WA Mines minister Bill Johnston.

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