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 · Jul 2, 2024
Hunter mine two-year extension approved one day after it was due to shut The mines approval lapsed on June 30. Newcastle Herald · Jul 2, 2024
HVO proposal sets out supportive path through transition Anti-mining activists' disruption hindering net-zero progress says Hunter Valley Operations' boss Newcastle Herald · Jul 1, 2024
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 · Jul 1, 2024
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 · Jul 1, 2024
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 · Jul 1, 2024
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. AAP · Jul 1, 2024
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 · Jun 30, 2024
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 · Jun 29, 2024
Climate activist charged following rail block at Lochinvar A 40 year-old woman has been charged. Newcastle Herald · Jun 29, 2024
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 · Jun 28, 2024
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: Dynamite News · Jun 28, 2024
Buses to replace trains in Hunter amid blitz of coal protests 'This decision is not taken lightly' Newcastle Herald · Jun 28, 2024
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. The Independent UK · Jun 27, 2024
Newcastle Herald · Jun 26, 2024 '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 · Jun 26, 2024 Defaced mural was heartbreaking, but it may allude to something worse Letters: The graffiti damage gives pause for thought.
The Guardian - AU · Jun 26, 2024 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 · Jun 26, 2024 'Full consequences of the law': Premier slams Hunter coal protesters Blockade Australia coal protests roll on for a second day.
Newcastle Herald · Jun 26, 2024 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 · Jun 26, 2024 Four climate protesters fined in court for blocking coal train line Police were called to three protests in 12 hours.
AAP · Jun 26, 2024 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 · Jun 26, 2024 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 · Jun 26, 2024 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 · Jun 26, 2024 Second day of climate protests as activist climbs coal train The woman has been arrested and charged.
The Conversation · Jun 25, 2024 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.