Environment minister lambasts opposition leader over vow to overturn her rejection of tailings dam at McPhillamys goldmine
Tanya Plibersek says the idea that Peter Dutton and the Coalition would determine project approvals based on what or who they like is ‘incredible’.Tanya Plibersek says the idea that Peter Dutton and the Coalition would determine project approvals based on what or who they like is ‘incredible’.
“Local communities lose out when Labor governments kill their opportunities for a political reason – all to curry favour with the Greens in inner-city seats.” “There won’t be a renewable energy project that’s safe,” she said. “Peter Dutton must immediately explain whether there are other projects he’ll approve or axe without knowing the details or applying the law.”
NSW state planning authorities had approved the project after consulting other local Aboriginal groups and some heritage experts.
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