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Economic wisdom from the Bush Summit coalface
The Bush Summit is a vital forum to get a sense of how those in the productive engine of Australia can feel short-changed and overlooked in the decisions taken in Canberra and the major centres.
What is happening in the Pilbara could affect the nation for a long time
A battle of great national significance has started in the Pilbara iron ore mines. The unions have already begun using their new rights of entry to try and win back the “hearts and minds” of Rio Tinto, BHP and other workforces involved in iron ore mining.
‘Of course’: BHP boss indicates Pilbara union push could snuff out $4b WA iron ore expansion plans
An ongoing union incursion into BHP’s powerhouse Pilbara iron ore operations might stop a multi-billion-dollar expansion from going ahead, warns the company’s chief Mike Henry.
Goldmine conflict pits NSW ALP against feds
The conflict between the NSW and federal Labor governments has intensified over the future of a $1bn gold mine near Orange, with state Resources Minister Courtney Houssos meeting with Regis Resources on Tuesday in a bid to keep the project alive.
Gas shortfall imminent, APA modelling shows
Australian households could be hit with “cold showers” due to energy shortages, with the nation’s largest gas pipeline operator warning expensive gas will have to be imported into the country to fill the gap if pending projects are not approved.
Jacinta Allan and Gina Rinehart headline 2024 Bush Summit day two in Bendigo
Day two of the 2024 Bush Summit has featured addresses from Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan and mining magnate Gina Rinehart, as attendees tune in to discussions over the key issues facing Australia’s regional communities.