by Nathan Clements | Jun 17, 2025 | Media Release
The Hunter Jobs Alliance, with 24 local union environment and community groups, have sent a joint letter to Ministers Bowen, Minns, and Sharpe calling for feasibility licences and policies to unlock the full 5GW potential of the Hunter Offshore Wind Zone — to secure...
by Nathan Clements | May 28, 2025 | Media Release
The Hunter Jobs Alliance welcomes the Net Zero Authority’s consultation on support for workers affected by the planned 2027 closure of Eraring, Australia’s largest coal power station near Lake Macquarie. The closure will directly impact over 200 workers, with many...
by Nathan Clements | May 1, 2025 | Media Release
The Hunter Valley is transitioning to a renewable energy future, despite ongoing debate over the potential for nuclear power. Justin Page from the Hunter Jobs Alliance argues that the region is already on track: “To go nuclear will mean starting off the ground… It...
by Nathan Clements | Apr 7, 2025 | Media Release
As coal declines, the Hunter region faces competing energy visions, with Labor backing renewables and the Coalition proposing nuclear. Locals are divided, but many want secure jobs and clear plans. Justin Page from the Hunter Jobs Alliance warned, “There’s...
by Nathan Clements | Mar 25, 2025 | Media Release
Despite $100 million in the Royalties for Rejuvenation fund, none has been spent to support the Hunter’s transition from coal. Hunter Jobs Alliance coordinator Justin Page criticised the model reporting to the Resources Minister, saying, “We need a coordinated...
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