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Homeowners facing thousands in costs to upgrade from gas to electric
Homeowners facing high costs to upgrade from gas to electric in Albany are facing a $12,000 to $2,000 compensation package from ATCO, which plans to decommission its gas network over the next three years. The $31 million package, including $5 million from ATCO, will cover the cost of changing to electric appliances.
ABC News – Politics · 1 day ago
Controversial goldmine subject of new Aboriginal protection application
New Aboriginal protection application for the Belubula River near Blayney raised concerns by the Orange Local Aboriginal Land Council. A faction submitted a section 9 application to halt construction of the New South Wales gold project, citing imminent threats to the sacred waters of the Belubula River.
ABC News – Politics · 4 days ago
Timor-Leste signs Greater Sunrise gas deal after years of deadlock
Timor-Leste President José Ramos-Horta said his country will sign agreements for the long-stalled Greater Sunrise gas project within months, declaring it is "finally happening" after years of deadlock. The three regulatory documents between Timor-Leste, Australia and energy giant Woodside Energy should be finalized early next year. Industry analysts remain skeptical about commercial viability, with first production unlikely before 2034-2035.
ABC News – Politics · 15 days ago
Remote Queensland town loses only police officer, coverage now 140km away
Laura's remote police station in Far North Queensland sits unstaffed after its sole officer took unplanned leave, leaving the Cape York township 310 kilometers northwest of Cairns without local police coverage. Patrols are now handled by officers from Cooktown and Hope Vale, over 140 kilometers.
ABC News – Politics · 17 days ago
WA government cuts sandalwood harvests by 500 tonnes under January restructure
Western Australia's government is restructuring its $40 million sandalwood industry under new rules taking effect January 1, shifting oversight from the Forest Products Commission to the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions. Producers say insufficient communication has left harvesters in limbo, with contracts expiring December 31 and harvest limits dropping from 2,500 to 2,000 tonnes annually.
ABC News – Politics · 18 days ago
