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Clive Palmer responds after federal government rejects central Queensland coal mine

Clive Palmer says the decision will affect the community. (AAP: Dave Hunt)

Mining magnate Clive Palmer says "there will be action taken" after the federal government blocked his proposal for a new coal mine in central Queensland.

Federal Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek on Wednesday revealed she rejected the project because of its risks to the Great Barrier Reef, as well as freshwater creeks and groundwater.

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