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Marion Rae

Call to cut exports, not follow 'wrong' future gas plan

A "managed decline" of gas exports would seal supply for local demand, the Climate Council says. (Darren England/AAP PHOTOS)

Australia needs a reality check on the future of gas with a tougher reservation policy to serve domestic needs as the industry shrinks, a climate body says.

Opening up new gas fields, as recommended under a federal strategy for gas production beyond 2050, does not stack up economically or for the climate, a report released on Wednesday has found.

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