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Say NO to the proposed Pioneer-Burdekin Pumped Hydro Project located west of Mackay, in Eungella and the Pioneer Valley.
How can we kill hundreds of platypus? Hydro is how
Eungella is considered the platypus capital of the world, renowned as the best place to see platypus in the wild. The Pioneer-Burdekin Pumped Hydro Project threatens to wipe out this platypus stronghold, destroying square kilometres of unique platypus habitat.
How can we destroy pristine rainforests? Hydro is how
At a recent community event, Queensland Hydro CEO Kieran Cusack made a statement that sent shockwaves through the community: "Our plan is to largely remove most of the vegetation." This declaration underscores the project's disregard for the ecological value of these rainforests.
How can we mislead the public with false ads? Hydro is how
The misleading advertisements are part of a broader pattern of deception and obfuscation by Queensland Hydro. By presenting an unrealistic and falsely positive image of the project, they aim to placate public concerns and garner support. This tactic is not only unethical but also detrimental to the community's ability to make informed decisions about their future.
Pumped Hydro Doesn't Belong in Eungella
The proposed pumped hydro project west of Mackay will have many negative impacts on the pristine and unspoilt environment surrounding Eungella.
Pumped Hydro will destroy the habitat of endangered plants and animals
Pumped hydro causes chaos and destruction with little benefit
Pumped hydro will kill many platypus and destroy their sensitive breeding areas
Pumped hydro in Australia is plagued by failure and controversy
Eungella Honeyeater will suffer if pumped hydro goes ahead
Pumped hydro will pollute our pristine waterways and the Great Barrier Reef
Our Communities Need Your Help
Residents and landowners have been blind-sided, bullied and ignored by greedy politicians and big corps looking to make deals.
Landowners discover property acquisition through media reports
Traditional landowners basically ignored as plan moves forward
Community Consultation Sessions show Queensland Hydro really don't care
Labour use lofty green energy promises to boost state election position
Landowners bullied off the record to take deals while they still can
Eungella State School under threat as hydro boots landowners and tourism
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