Overview

• Glencore projects US$2.2 billion in losses at its North Queensland copper facilities without new government support and has begun mothballing preparations.
• The Queensland government says it has made a genuine and responsible offer and is seeking federal participation to secure operations.
• Queensland Treasurer David Janetzki warned that allowing the smelter’s closure without a deal would be a national disgrace.
• The federal Coalition has called for a Senate inquiry into the metals manufacturing sector to examine risks to thousands of regional jobs.
• Mount Isa Mayor Peta MacRae will meet Prime Minister Anthony Albanese next week to push for a binding solution for local workers.