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REMOTE COMMUNITIES BLUDGEONED IN RUTHLESS TAX RAID

Posted on March 24, 2011 by

In a letter received from Minister O’Brien yesterday regarding the Remote Areas Energy Supplies (RAES), he states the following reasons for implenting a $1.3 million tax on 13 remote communities in the Far North –  ”Unfortunately, given the difficult state … Continue reading →

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“MINING SECTOR A CAUSE FOR CUTTING REMOTE AREAS ELECTRICITY SUBSIDY” SAYS ENERGY MINISTER

Posted on March 23, 2011 by

Energy Minister Michael O’Brien has stated on ABC radio that “one of the compelling reasons for withdrawing the Remote Areas Electricity Subsidy from 13 remote communities was due to the increased mining activity near Coober Pedy and elsewhere in the state”. … Continue reading →

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