Labor Commits $475 Million to Western Australian Rare Earths Refinery

The refinery is estimated to create 900 construction jobs, and 250 operational roles.

A photo of the main website for the Albanese Labor government's Future Made in Australia initiative, which is aimed at competing with developed countries trying to encourage local advanced manufacturing independent of Chinese supply chains. The key areas of focus are critical mineral refinement and green technology for renewables. This photo is taken in Perth, Australia on Nov. 25, 2024. Wade Zhong/The Epoch Times

The Albanese Labor government has announced an additional $475 million to develop the Eneabba Rare Earths Refinery project in Western Australia (WA).

The refinery is slated to be Australia’s first integrated rare earths facility, creating 900 construction jobs and 250 secure, well-paid positions once operational.