The new Federal Environment Minister has delayed a decision on the Abbot Point coal expansion by more than four weeks, indicating more time is needed to properly assess the project.
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Burke urged to hold off on Abbot Point dredging
Greenpeace said the Federal Government should stop the approval process for the dredging of Abbot Point Coal terminal until more scientific research was conducted.
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Draft bill a boost to wheat exports
Draft legislation to reform Australia's wheat export marketing arrangements was released yesterday and is a significant step towards liberalising wheat exports.
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Burke slams Europeans, backs live exports
Federal agriculture minister Tony Burke said the 'food miles' campaign, a European initiative urging shoppers not to buy Australian food because of the carbon footprint of long-distance transport are deceiving.
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