EXCLUSIVE: 65% of voters said no to the Illawarra wind farm, yet Chris Bowen approved the development
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Chris O’Keefe reveals that Chris Bowen approved the massive wind farm off the coast of Wollongong, even though 65% of those who engaged in the consultation process voted against the wind farm, “spare me this government spin”.
Public opposition mounts against the proposed Illawarra offshore wind farm, with 65% of respondents rejecting the plan. Concerns about fishing impacts and unproven technology add to the debate, as the government pushes forward. Alex O’Brien from Responsible Future Illawarra joins Chris.
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