How consequential is the High Court ruling on Australian coal mining?

7 Oct 2026 · 3:08

Episode How consequential is the High Court ruling on Australian coal mining?

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The High Court has found planning authorities must factor in the emissions from fossil fuels burned overseas when approving projects, such as mines.

The judgement centres on a New South Wales mine expansion.

While environmental groups are hailing the case as a win, law experts are sceptical it will set a broader legal precedent across the country.

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