I'VE just driven through the Western Downs, into northern NSW and down through the Hunter Valley.
These important regions have two things in common, both relevant to real estate: strong agricultural economies and an issue with coal seam gas.
As I drove through regions west of Toowoomba, I saw farm after farm with banners rejecting resources companies. I visited Gunnedah which recently staged a rally hosted by broadcaster Alan Jones. Last weekend there were multiple anti-CSG rallies in communities throughout the Hunter region.
I wasn't in these areas to research the CSG issue. I was on one of my regular field trips to explore potential hotspots for real estate buyers. But the top-of-mind status of this issue across wide regions of Queensland and NSW has been inescapable.
The Gympie Times
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