Amendments will ensure the Hunter is classified as a Renewable Energy Zone

Matthew Kelly
Updated April 14 2021 - 11:22pm, first published November 14 2020 - 6:00am
New dawn: The Hunter is set to become the state's latest renewable energy zone after being left out of the government's original plans.
New dawn: The Hunter is set to become the state's latest renewable energy zone after being left out of the government's original plans.

The Hunter is set to become the state's newest renewable energy zone with three of the region's MPs lining up to ensure the necessary legislation is passed next week.

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Matthew Kelly

Matthew Kelly

Journalist

Matthew Kelly has worked as a journalist for more than 25 years. He has been working as a general reporter at the Newcastle Herald since 2018. In recent years he has reported on subjects including environment, energy, water security, manufacturing and higher education. He has previously covered issues including the health and environmental impacts of uncovered coal wagons in the Hunter Valley, the pollution of legacy of former industrial sites and freedom of information issues.

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