Barnett’s compulsory land acquisition in Kimberly a farce

By David Olsen · 3 September 2010 · Economy

Gas Project Sparks Kimberley Land Dispute

A $30 billion gas project in Western Australia's Kimberley region has hit a roadblock, leaving locals and investors in limbo. Will negotiations salvage the deal, or will the project be derailed?

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Summary

Western Australian Premier Colin Barnett’s compulsory acquisition of land in the Kimberley region for a $30 billion gas project for Woodside Petroleum has angered the Kimberly Land Council after negotiations over the land stalled.

Tags: Colin Barnett, Gas, Kimberly, Mining, Stakeholders, Western Australia