Federal Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek accused of rewriting history over McPhillamys gold mine decision at Blayney in NSW after she was slammed for taking advice from Indigenous Elder.

The controversy stems from the approval of the New South Wales (NSW) gold mine, which was initially rejected by the previous government. The current government, led by Premier Dominic Perrottet, has approved the mine, despite the objections of the local Indigenous community and the environment minister herself. Plibersek’s decision has been criticized for its potential impact on the environment and the cultural heritage of the local Indigenous community. The mine is located near the site of a significant Aboriginal rock art site, and the potential for damage to this heritage is a major concern.

It’s a bit of a political stunt, isn’t it?’ Fordham questioned. The host went on to say that Plibersek’s silence on the matter was “a bit of a political stunt, isn’t it?” and that he believed she was “proud of the fact” that she had blocked the gold mine. This statement reflects a common criticism of Plibersek’s approach to environmental issues. Critics argue that she prioritizes political posturing over genuine environmental protection.

The company is currently working on a new tailings dump site, and they’ve already started construction on a new site. They’re not stopping the mine, they’re just trying to find a new location for the tailings dump. The company has a history of environmental damage and has been accused of ignoring Indigenous rights. The company’s actions are being challenged by Indigenous groups and environmental activists. The mine is located in a region with a high concentration of Indigenous communities. The mine is expected to have a significant impact on the environment and local communities. The company is facing legal challenges from Indigenous groups and environmental activists.

The proposed mine would have been the largest in Australia, and its impact on the local environment and Indigenous communities would have been significant. The proposed mine was met with strong opposition from environmental groups, who raised concerns about the potential for habitat destruction, water pollution, and greenhouse gas emissions. The project was also met with opposition from local Indigenous communities, who expressed concerns about the impact on their cultural heritage and traditional lands. The proposed mine was ultimately rejected by the NSW government, but the decision was not without controversy.