Locals fear for their children’s quality of life if the biggest coalmine extension in NSW is approved

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Community members in New South Wales' Hunter Valley expressed concerns about the proposed 19-year extension of the state's largest coal mine by Hunter Valley Operations. This extension contradicts the Minns government's promise not to permit new coal mines amid pressure to meet climate targets.

Minns government promised no new coalmines but permits expanding existing sites, despite being behind on climate targets Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast At Branxton community hall in the New South Wales Hunter Valley last week, local resident Janet Murray was given five minutes to speak about plans for the state’s biggest coalmine extension. Before her were dozens of people, also there to share their views about whether the 19-year extension proposed by Hunter Valley Operations (HVO) should be allowed to proceed. Continue reading...