Anti-coal seam gas community group Keep the Scenic Rim Scenic released the press release below on January 10.
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Scenic Rim landowners are claiming victory after a drill rig was withdrawn from the region — they believe operator Arrow Energy was concerned about a possible blockade of its coal seam gas operation in the Kerry Valley.
The infrastructure arrived on the site, just south of Beaudesert, three days ago, but was pulled out this morning before drilling could begin.
Keep The Scenic Rim Scenic spokesperson Innes Larkin believes strong talk of a community blockade was enough to make Arrow Energy consider the implications of its drill being trapped onsite for an extended period.
”This a stunning victory for our community and sends a strong message to other rural areas who feel powerless in the face of the onslaught of coal seam gas,” Larkin said
Green Left Weekly
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