Business leaders urge governments to secure Bell Bay power
By The BriefBrief
Business and community leaders are calling on state and federal governments to act to secure power for Rio Tinto’s Bell Bay Aluminium smelter. The appeal comes with one week left until Rio Tinto’s deadline for a power deal, raising concerns about the smelter’s future.
WHO:Business and community leaders
WHAT:They urged state and federal governments to act to secure a power deal for Rio Tinto’s Bell Bay Aluminium smelter ahead of Rio Tinto’s deadline.
WHEN:Reported Aug 24, 2026 at 12:48 AM ET
WHERE:Australia
WHY:Cause not yet established.
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