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Helen Haines on the transition to net zero in rural and regional areas

Australian Politics

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Rural Housing Crisis and Nuclear Power Debate

This chapter addresses the housing crisis in rural and regional Australia, advocating for increased investment in critical infrastructure like water and power connections. It discusses the challenges rural areas face in housing and proposes allocating 30% of infrastructure funding to address these disparities. Additionally, the chapter explores the debate around nuclear power as part of the transition to net zero emissions, considering regional development and social acceptance alongside gas's role in the energy transition.

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