Chapter 43
‘If only Grandad could see this,’ said Clare, waving the newspaper in Tom’s face.
‘Who’s to say he can’t?’
Clare gave him a swift kiss. ‘Listen.’
The deaths of Darling Downs farmers Harry Macleod and Pete Porter in a gas explosion have shocked all Queensland, and galvanised a state-wide campaign against the coal seam mining industry. Pyramid Energy stands accused of non-compliance with dozens of environmental and safety regulations. It’s alleged the company bullied owners of contaminated land into signing compensation agreements with unconscionable non-disclosure clauses. Today the State Government announced a suspension of all ongoing activities and permits relating to coal seam gas mining, and a moratorium on new exploration projects.
Tom smiled. ‘Currawong’s safe then.’
