Prime Minister Albanese Heckled Over Offshore Wind Farm Plans in Illawarra

Protesters voiced concerns about environmental and economic impacts as Labor announced Carol Berry as its candidate for Whitlam.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faced vocal opposition from anti-offshore wind farm protesters during a press conference in Lake Illawarra.
The protesters, led by activist Alex O'Brien, raised concerns about potential impacts on local fishing, tourism, and the environment, calling for greater transparency in government plans.
The Illawarra region was declared an offshore wind zone in June 2023, following community consultation, though the issue remains contentious with over 14,000 public submissions received.
Labor introduced Carol Berry, a former Greens candidate and disability services CEO, as its new candidate for the federal seat of Whitlam after the retirement of Assistant Treasurer Stephen Jones.
Albanese also visited Port Kembla steelworks, emphasizing support for blue-collar jobs and addressing concerns about newly announced U.S. steel tariffs.