Court overturns Tanya Plibersek’s protection order which stalled controversial NSW goldmine
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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Australia news category. Published on October 13, 2026 • Originally reported by Lisa Cox Environment and climate correspondent. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Australia news category. Published on October 13, 2026 • Originally reported by Lisa Cox Environment and climate correspondent. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
Federal court overrules decision by former environment minister for the McPhillamys goldmine development at Blayney
The federal court has overturned a rare protection order issued by former environment minister Tanya Plibersek under Indigenous heritage legislation, which the company said effectively blocked a controversial goldmine in the central west of New South Wales.
Regis Resources challenged the decision by the former minister to issue the order in 2024 under section 10 of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Heritage Protection Act.
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