Queensland delays Adani mine indefinitely, citing fears for endangered finch

Environmentalists hail decision – but it offers company a clear path to approval

The controversial Carmichael coalmine has been delayed indefinitely by the Queensland government, which has ruled that Adani’s proposals to protect the endangered black-throated finch do not meet the miner’s approval conditions.

The decision, made by the state environment department and not by the political arm of government, forces Adani to complete significant additional work before it can begin construction of the mine.

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