PM’s critical minerals reserve takes WA Premier by surprise
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s shock decision to create a critical minerals reserve has blindsided his “friend” Roger Cook and left the industry scrambling for details.
Despite WA being Australia’s resources powerhouse and home to many of its critical minerals deposits, the State’s Premier said he was not aware of the new Federal policy.
The Albanese Government has also failed to consult the industry about its plan, leaving the sector scrambling to find out more than scant details, multiple sources said.