Tim Ayres says federal government not ruling out support for copper smelter

31 Jul 2025 • 8 min • EN
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Mining giant Glencore says forecast losses of 2.2 billion dollars over the next seven years will force it to close its Mount Isa smelter, costing thousands of regional jobs. Glencore is calling for government support, and the Queensland government says its on board but federal support is also needed.Guest: Tim Ayers, Minister for Industry and ScienceProducer: Eddy Diamond

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