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Queensland has cancelled the Mt Rawdon Pumped Hydro Project, prioritising the $18.4 billion Borumba project as Evolution Mining explores its next steps.

Queensland Cancels Mt Rawdon Pumped Hydro Project, Prioritises Borumba

Ruble GoyalJune 29, 2026010 mins

The Queensland Government has decided not to proceed with the proposed Mt Rawdon Pumped Hydro Project, instead prioritising investment in the $18.4 billion Borumba Pumped Hydro Energy Storage project. The decision leaves Evolution Mining considering private funding or extending mining operations at the site. The decision marks a major shift in Queensland’s renewable energy strategy,…

Queensland Unlocks Coastal Land for Oil Refineries to Boost Fuel Security

Ruble GoyalMay 3, 202607 mins

Under the Accelerating Fuel Infrastructure Program, Queensland government has unlocked state-owned land for oil storage and refining projects along the state’s coastline, aiming to strengthen fuel security and reduce reliance on global supply chains. Queensland Opens Coastal Land for Oil Infrastructure Under the newly launched Accelerating Fuel Infrastructure Program – Land near key ports in…