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Bowen ‘Surprised’ by Queensland’s Withdrawal From $12.5 Billion Hydrogen Project

Gladstone Mayor Matt Burnett expressed optimism it could still go ahead without state government support.
Bowen ‘Surprised’ by Queensland’s Withdrawal From $12.5 Billion Hydrogen Project
Minister Chris Bowen speaks during a press conference in Sydney, Australia, on Dec. 13, 2024. AAP Image/Dean Lewins
Monica O’Shea
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Climate Change and Energy Minister Chris Bowen is disappointed the Queensland government has withdrawn support for the $12.5 billion Central Queensland Hydrogen Project over concerns of a cost blowout to the tune of billions.

Bowen told The Epoch Times the threat to withdraw funding was “surprising and disappointing” given this project is expected to create nearly 9,000 jobs and generate $8.9 billion for the local economy.

Monica O’Shea
Monica O’Shea
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Monica O’Shea is a reporter based in Australia. She previously worked as a reporter for Motley Fool Australia, Daily Mail Australia, and Fairfax Regional Media. She can be reached at monica.o'[email protected]