Environment Minister Murray Watt defends intervention power in proposed laws

ABC NEWS (Australia) 2025-10-29

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New environment laws are set to be introduced to parliament tomorrow, aimed at strengthening protections and speeding up development approvals. But the government has a fight on its hands to secure senate support.
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