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Albanese's Gas Project Approval Sparks Environmental Backlash

5/30/2025

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The Albanese government’s green light for the North West Shelf gas project extension until 2070 has sparked fierce opposition from environmental and Indigenous advocates. They warn that this move threatens ancient rock art and could unleash over 4 billion tonnes of emissions, intensifying climate change. This decision marks a controversial pivot towards industry collaboration, raising alarms about its toll on the environment and cultural heritage.

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The Albanese government’s green light for the North West Shelf gas project extension until 2070 has sparked fierce opposition from environmental and Indigenous advocates. They warn that this move threatens ancient rock art and could unleash over 4 billion tonnes of emissions, intensifying climate change. This decision marks a controversial pivot towards industry collaboration, raising alarms about its toll on the environment and cultural heritage.