Gina Rinehart closer to opening contested coal mine in Canada

Australian billionaire Gina Rinehart is progressing towards opening the Grassy Mountain coal mine in Alberta, Canada, after gaining support from over 70% of the local community near the project site. This proposed steelmaking coal mine, led by Hancock Prospecting's Riversdale Resources, has faced significant opposition from environmentalists and Indigenous groups, along with previous rejections by Canadian authorities over environmental concerns. The project, expected to generate substantial economic benefits, including jobs and tax revenue, continues to navigate regulatory and public opinion challenges.