Nuclear energy
‘Beyond comprehension’: Why Finland is planning 100,000 years into the future
It reads like a science fiction book: On a tiny island off Finland’s coast, robot tractors work deep underground to move the nation’s nuclear waste. But soon, in a world first, the gates of Onkalo will open.
- by Nick O'Malley
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A $50k bonus, cheap uni, extra healthcare: the 4400 navy jobs no one wants
From submarines to aged care, the government and opposition have grand plans. But neither know where the workers will be found for them.
- by Shane Wright
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Paris Agreement
Nationals’ nuclear climate policy puts Australia’s Paris deal in doubt
Nationals leader David Littleproud has conceded turning to nuclear power would mean Australia misses its 2030 emissions reduction target.
- by James Massola and Mike Foley
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Coalition meltdown casts doubt on Dutton’s nuclear plan
Paul Sakkal reports that the Liberal and National parties are at odds over the selection of six sites for proposed nuclear facilities, delaying the release of the Coalition’s policy blueprint.
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Peter Dutton
Coalition rift emerges over Dutton’s nuclear plans
Concerns over political risk have slowed the opposition energy plan, casting doubt on the Coalition’s previous aim of announcing six possible nuclear sites before the May budget.
- by Paul Sakkal
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Climate policy
Nationals push Dutton with threat on net-zero
Australia’s bipartisan support for its key international climate pledge is under threat as the Nationals seek a deal in return for maintaining their support for a net zero emissions policy.
- by Paul Sakkal and Mike Foley
Split inside conservative green group over new nuclear agenda
Former NSW energy minister Matt Kean is among supporters who have jumped ship from the green group since it began to back federal Peter Dutton’s nuclear policy.
- by Nick O'Malley
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It’s a shame many experts are afraid to say that nuclear must be an option
Wind, solar and storage can’t do it alone. Veteran engineers tend to agree, but many others are fearful – perhaps of missing out on a grant, being trolled or losing a job.
- by Geoff Bongers and Stephen Wilson
Rio Tinto takes over uranium mine clean-up amid spiralling costs
Rio Tinto will take over rehabilitating the former Ranger uranium mine in the Northern Territory following years of delays and budget blowouts.
- by Nick Toscano
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Political leadership
Liberal MP warns Dutton on nuclear energy as Labor steps up attacks
There is widespread support in the opposition for a conversation on nuclear energy, but several Coalition MPs say they are worried the opposition is moving too quickly.
- by Paul Sakkal
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David Littleproud
Not in my backyard: Liberals, Nationals go cold on nuclear
Coalition MPs are strongly in favour of nuclear energy – but they’re not so sure about where to put the power plants.
- by James Massola, Mike Foley and Olivia Ireland