Herald Sun speculates about possible extension to Yallourn Power Station
On Sunday 8th September 2024 the Herald Sun published an article speculating about possible Service Life extension to Yallourn Power Station.
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On Sunday 8th September 2024 the Herald Sun published an article speculating about possible Service Life extension to Yallourn Power Station.
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A very short article to record the Federal Coalition's announcement of possible sites for nuclear power stations.
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