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This is interesting when you consider the ramifications and the fact your ABC posted the article.
Woodside must be thrilled with the result, they're backing the voice, so it must make them grateful that they are complying with indigenous rights.
At least it will bring things to a head, maybe.
Industry leaders have warned of a "big ripple effect" on Australia's economy and international reputation after Woodside's $19 billion Scarborough gas project suffered a major legal blow on Thursday.
But they also hope the case will pave the way for the development of clearer regulations to achieve better consultation with traditional owners.
Mardudhunera woman Raelene Cooper claimed a David verse Goliath style victory when the Federal Court effectively slammed the brakes on the gas giant's plans to carry out seismic blasting for the project off WA's Pilbara coast.
The court found an environmental plan for the blasting was invalid and should never have been given approval after Ms Cooper successfully argued she had not been adequately consulted
Woodside must be thrilled with the result, they're backing the voice, so it must make them grateful that they are complying with indigenous rights.
At least it will bring things to a head, maybe.
Industry leaders warn of 'big ripple effect' on Australian economy after Woodside defeat
Australia's reputation among international investors is on the line after the Scarborough gas project suffered a major legal blow, but it could pave the way for better consultation with traditional owners.
www.abc.net.au
Industry leaders have warned of a "big ripple effect" on Australia's economy and international reputation after Woodside's $19 billion Scarborough gas project suffered a major legal blow on Thursday.
Key points:
- The Federal Court ruled approval for part of the Scarborough project should not have been given
- An industry leader says the ruling could impact Australia's reputation among investors
- She wants clearer regulations for industry to help them undertake consultation
But they also hope the case will pave the way for the development of clearer regulations to achieve better consultation with traditional owners.
Mardudhunera woman Raelene Cooper claimed a David verse Goliath style victory when the Federal Court effectively slammed the brakes on the gas giant's plans to carry out seismic blasting for the project off WA's Pilbara coast.
The court found an environmental plan for the blasting was invalid and should never have been given approval after Ms Cooper successfully argued she had not been adequately consulted
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