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Fire casts pall over future of coal mine and workers

Counselling has been offered to workers "traumatised" by an underground fire that has cast uncertainty over the future of a major coal mine.

AAP

Hunter mine two-year extension approved one day after it was due to shut

The mines approval lapsed on June 30.

Newcastle Herald

HVO proposal sets out supportive path through transition

Anti-mining activists' disruption hindering net-zero progress says Hunter Valley Operations' boss

Newcastle Herald

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Australia’s ‘carbon budget’ may blow out by 40% under the Coalition’s nuclear energy plan – and that’s the best-case scenario

The Coalition’s pledge to build seven nuclear reactors, if elected, would represent a huge shift in energy policy for Australia. It also poses serious questions about whether this nation can meet its international climate obligations.

The Conversation

South Africa's Ramaphosa announces cabinet that includes ex-opposition leader

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa appointed former opposition leader John Steenhuisen as minister of agriculture on Sunday, bringing the Democratic Alliance and other parties into his new coalition cabinet.

Radio France Internationale

Major coal mine's future uncertain after fire shutdown

An Australian coal mine faces an uncertain future after an underground fire started when methane gas ignited, prompting authorities to start sealing the site.

AAP

Aust shares dip amid European, US election uncertainty

The ASX200 finished 0.2 per cent lower, despite strong gains for coalminers, amid an election in France, a looming vote in the UK and questions about Joe Biden.

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$I saw first-hand just how much fracking destroys the earth$

I saw first-hand just how much fracking destroys the earth

We’ve been making short-term decisions about our planet for a long time. The consequences are horrific to behold

The Guardian - US

Workers evacuated from central Qld mine after fire

Workers at the underground Grosvenor coal mine in central Queensland have been evacuated after a fire, which is under investigation.

AAP

Climate activist charged following rail block at Lochinvar

A 40 year-old woman has been charged.

Newcastle Herald

US miners' union head calls House Republican effort to block silica dust rule an 'attack' on workers

The head of the national mine workers’ union is condemning an effort by House Republicans to block enforcement of a long-awaited federal rule directed at curbing workers’ exposure to deadly rock dust

The Independent UK

Govt making policy to facilitate supply of washery coking coal to steel sector

The Government is working on a policy for the steel sector where the washery route will be applied as the end-route for coking coal thereby reducing the import dependence, M Nagaraju, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Coal said in New Delhi today. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Buses to replace trains in Hunter amid blitz of coal protests

'This decision is not taken lightly'

Newcastle Herald

How to clean your BBQ like a pro

Whether you have a pellet, gas, electric or charcoal BBQs, here are some expert tips to keep them in top condition. By Sam Wylie-Harris.

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Newcastle Herald

'Axe to grind': Climate activists bailed after climbing coal wagons in Hunter

This is now day three of protest action in the Hunter.

Newcastle Herald

Defaced mural was heartbreaking, but it may allude to something worse

Letters: The graffiti damage gives pause for thought.

The Guardian - AU

As the Coalition goes nuclear, Labor is free to ensure fossil fuels are burned with abandon and little scrutiny

How can Australia get to net zero by 2050 while approving projects that will run for decades beyond that date?

Newcastle Herald

'Full consequences of the law': Premier slams Hunter coal protesters

Blockade Australia coal protests roll on for a second day.

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Hunter coal train protests must cut through the noise over climate change, not add to it

Sometimes the most important part of the protest is the sentence that comes after the slogan.

Newcastle Herald

Four climate protesters fined in court for blocking coal train line

Police were called to three protests in 12 hours.

AAP

Rinehart gas project expansion sparks koala death fears

An expansion of a gas project backed by billionaire Gina Rinehart has triggered fears it will lead to the destruction of hundreds of hectares of koala habitat.

The Independent UK

The definitive recipe for BBQ jerk chicken

Cooking jerk chicken on the BBQ takes it to the next level, adding a new dimension of smoky deliciousness

The Guardian - AU

Gina Rinehart-backed company gets approval from Tanya Plibersek for coal seam gas project

Environment minister gives go ahead for Senex Energy to develop and operate up to 151 new coal seam gas wells in inland Queensland

Newcastle Herald

Second day of climate protests as activist climbs coal train

The woman has been arrested and charged.

The Conversation

Coal-free in 14 years as renewables rush in: new blueprint shows how to green the grid – without nuclear

Coal will no longer be burned for power in Australia within 14 years. To replace it will require faster deployment of solar and wind, storage, new transmission lines and some firming gas capacity.

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