Some politicians propose replacing coal-fired power stations with nuclear reactors. Even pro-nuclear group Nuclear for Australia concedes nuclear reactors use at least 1.2 times more water than comparable coal fired power, and the proposed reactors are much larger than existing coal plants, meaning water use could more than double. Some suggest desalination plants to supply water […]
February 2025
Posted inEnvironmental
Affordability must drive Australia’s energy debate
Australians for Affordable Energy is urging policymakers to back the most affordable energy options following new research from the Clean Energy Council
Posted inPolitics, Think
How digital giants let poll scrutiny fall
A seismic change in the social media landscape has huge ramifications heading towards the Australian federal election — for politicians as well as those who would monitor them.
Posted inEditorial
Welcome to Engage
Welcome to our new comment and opinion hub, New England Times Engage.
Posted inQuick Word
QW: Armidale traffic congestion
If Mayor Copeland was concerned about the number of trucks causing traffic problems around Armidale maybe he should be advocating for the return of trains to carry freight from the north to the south, instead of wanting to rip up the rails for a bike track.