'Earthquake swarm' unmentioned as inquiry sits in potential home of nuclear reactor
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The NSW Upper Hunter is in the Coalition's sights for a nuclear reactor. An inquiry held on Tuesday in Muswellbrook has highlighted fears about the future of employment in the region, but there was no mention of the string of earthquakes that hit in recent months.

In short:

A federal inquiry into nuclear energy has held a hearing in Muswellbrook in the NSW Upper Hunter region.

Speakers discussed future employment, environmental concerns and expressed frustration with policy, but not the suitability of the region for a nuclear facility despite recent earthquakes.

What’s next?

The inquiry will hold hearings in Lithgow and Sydney this week before moving to Western Australia.