The Cook government's use of state of emergency powers over the fuel industry will be extended until next year, as the Iran-America conflict continues to impact petrol supplies and prices.
A $2.5 billion renewable diesel refinery has been earmarked for a site near Geraldton by the region’s traditional owners and a Canadian strategic firm.
Yamatji Southern Regional Corporation on Tuesday revealed plans for the 1.1-billion-litre refinery at Oakajee Industrial Estate near Geraldton, of which it would hold majority 51 per cent ownership.
The other 49 per cent would be owned by Sydney-based Veyter, an Australian strategic and design firm owned by Canadian consultancy Agilitas Advisory Corp.
