Catchment coal mine wants to expand despite 'very significant damage'
A controversial coal mine in Sydney's catchment area is seeking to expand despite "very significant" impacts.
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Peter Hannam
Peter Hannam is Environment Editor at The Sydney Morning Herald. He covers broad environmental issues ranging from climate change to renewable energy for Fairfax Media.
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