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QR National Wiggins deal cements one track economy, damages environment

5/9/2011

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Queensland’s internationally famed coast line is under siege with the QR National Wiggins Island rail project opening the floodgates to 34 new coal mine projects proposed across the state.

Friends of the Earth spokesperson Dr Bradley Smith warns that it's important to recognise the costs of these projects on the community and environment.
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“This rail project will worsen the one track, two speed economy that is hurting Queensland communities and our iconic environment” said Dr. Smith.

“What benefit will this project bring to the people of Mount Larcom who will have a coal train going trough their town every 15 minutes, 24 hours per day?” Asked Dr. Smith.

The Wiggins Island rail project and associated port development are under scrutiny by the World Heritage Committee, who are planning a visit to Gladstone to assess the impact of the coal and gas port expansion.


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