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Australia could become the new dumping ground for the world's nuclear waste. In its initial findings, a South Australian Royal Commission has found storing and disposing of nuclear fuel could offer significant economic benefits for the state. But the recommendations have sparked strong opposition from environmental and community groups.


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Australia could become the new dumping ground for the world's nuclear waste. In its initial findings, a South Australian Royal Commission has found storing and disposing of nuclear fuel could offer significant economic benefits for the state. But the recommendations have sparked strong opposition from environmental and community groups.


The Commission hasn't made any recommendations for a specific site for a waste facility, but says any such decision would need to be made after extended community discussion.

 


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