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Queensland Cancels Wind Farm Project Amid Climate Goals

10/1/2025

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The Queensland Government repealed the Forest Wind Farm Development Act and canceled the 266-turbine Forest Wind Farm project.
The federal environment department delayed Ark Energy's St Patricks Plains wind project to October 10 amid opposition.
The Australian Government released the National Climate Risk Assessment and National Adaptation Plan, setting a target of 62-70% below 2005 levels by 2035.

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Story summary

The Queensland Government repealed the Forest Wind Farm Development Act and canceled the 266-turbine Forest Wind Farm project.
The federal environment department delayed Ark Energy's St Patricks Plains wind project to October 10 amid opposition.
The Australian Government released the National Climate Risk Assessment and National Adaptation Plan, setting a target of 62-70% below 2005 levels by 2035.