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NSW Government Approves Coal Mine Expansions Amid Criticism

3/20/2026

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The New South Wales government will continue approving coal mine expansions despite climate agency warnings about emissions targets.
The Labor government announced that it will not consider new greenfield coalmines and will allow expansions at existing sites.
The NSW Minerals Council welcomed the decision, saying it would support thousands of coal workers.
Environmental groups criticized the strategy for ignoring climate impact and lacking a plan for affected communities.

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The New South Wales government will continue approving coal mine expansions despite climate agency warnings about emissions targets.
The Labor government announced that it will not consider new greenfield coalmines and will allow expansions at existing sites.
The NSW Minerals Council welcomed the decision, saying it would support thousands of coal workers.
Environmental groups criticized the strategy for ignoring climate impact and lacking a plan for affected communities.