Mining giant accused of abandoning remote NT town to an uncertain future
Nhulunbuy residents accused Rio Tinto of neglecting post-mining plans as the bauxite mine is set to close in 2029. The town's population of about 3,200 faces economic uncertainty, with Woolworths planning to shut its only supermarket next year. Locals are calling for more leadership regarding their future following decades of prosperity from mining.
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Published 03 Jul 2026, 22:34 UTC · Updated 03 Jul 2026, 22:40 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: ABC News – Australia. Editorial policy · Corrections
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