Matt Kean warns climate crisis ‘isn’t someone else’s problem’ as largest coal project in NSW history greenlit
NSW premier Chris Minns has applauded state approval of the Hunter Valley Operations coalmine extension without mentioning the climate impact. Photograph: Lock the GateView image in fullscreenNSW premier Chris Minns has applauded state approval of the Hunter Valley Operations coalmine extension without mentioning the climate impact. In an interview on 2GB radio on Thursday, he said it was “the right decision” and “hugely important” for the state economy.
- ▪NSW premier Chris Minns has applauded state approval of the Hunter Valley Operations coalmine extension without mentioning the climate impact.
- ▪Photograph: Lock the GateView image in fullscreenNSW premier Chris Minns has applauded state approval of the Hunter Valley Operations coalmine extension without mentioning the climate impact.
- ▪In an interview on 2GB radio on Thursday, he said it was “the right decision” and “hugely important” for the state economy.
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NSW premier Chris Minns has applauded state approval of the Hunter Valley Operations coalmine extension without mentioning the climate impact. Photograph: Lock the GateView image in fullscreenNSW premier Chris Minns has applauded state approval of the Hunter Valley Operations coalmine extension without mentioning the climate impact. Photograph: Lock the GateNew South WalesMatt Kean warns climate crisis ‘isn’t someone else’s problem’ as largest coal project in NSW history greenlitExclusive: Climate Change Authority chair says planning commission did not account for climate-related economic damage in NSW Sign up for climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s free Clear Air newsletter here Adam Morton, Graham Readfearn and Penry BuckleyThu 1 Oct 2026 11.00 EDTLast modified on Thu 1 Oct…
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