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flag Farmers in NSW oppose Santos’ 413-km gas pipeline over land, water, and economic concerns.

flag Farmers from the Upper Hunter region are opposing Santos’ proposed 413-kilometre Hunter Gas Pipeline, set to link the Narrabri Gas Project to the Port of Newcastle, citing risks to farmland, water, and soil. flag Over 60% of affected landholders, represented by the Hunter Gas Landholder Rights Alliance, reject the project, arguing it will restrict farming and increase gas prices by displacing cheaper Cooper Basin gas. flag Critics include NSW Farmers, the NSW Nationals, unions, and Gomeroi Traditional Owners. flag While Santos claims farming can continue on easements, opponents dispute this. flag Meanwhile, business leaders acknowledge gas remains essential for energy security, especially in food, accommodation, and manufacturing, noting renewables are not yet viable at scale. flag A Business NSW paper to be released later will advocate for gas in the state’s energy future and net zero transition.

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