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flag Queensland expands mineral exploration into sensitive areas amid rising demand for clean energy materials, raising environmental and Indigenous rights concerns.

flag Critical mineral exploration in Queensland is expanding into remote and conservation areas, driven by rising global demand for lithium, rare earth elements, and other materials used in renewable energy and electric vehicles. flag This shift has sparked concerns over environmental degradation, Indigenous land rights, and impacts on agriculture and rural communities. flag While proponents highlight economic benefits and job creation, critics warn of long-term ecological and social costs. flag Government agencies are updating regulations and consultation processes to balance development with sustainability, but challenges remain in ensuring transparency and equitable outcomes.

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