NSW allows coal expansion despite court ruling on export emissions

Australia's New South Wales government is proceeding with coal mine approvals in the Hunter Valley despite a high court decision holding the state responsible for greenhouse gas emissions from exported coal.

First covered Oct 22, 2026 · 6:08 PM PT · 1 article · no longer in the live window

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19d Guardian Environment In allowing coal expansion in the Hunter, Chris Minns is pouring fuel on the climate fire. His decision will come back to hurt us all | Jack Egan — The high court found NSW is responsible for emissions from burning exported coal. What message does it send when the government can step in and bypass the law?

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