📜 Collie Coal (Griffin) Agreement Amendment Bill 2026

Legislative Assembly Second ReadingLCBill 6125 February 2026

This Bill amends the Collie Coal (Griffin) Agreement Act 1979 to ratify a 2026 variation agreement between the State of Western Australia and the Griffin Coal Mining Company Pty Limited (in liquidation). It authorises the implementation of the variation agreement and ensures its operation despite other laws, including the Environmental Protection Act 1986.

Impact

The bill affects the State of Western Australia and Griffin Coal Mining Company. It matters because it ratifies changes to the existing agreement, potentially impacting coal mining operations, environmental regulations, and the financial obligations of the involved parties.

Key Changes

["Ratifies the 2026 variation agreement.", "Authorises the implementation of the 2026 variation agreement.", "Ensures the 2026 variation agreement operates despite other laws, including the Environmental Protection Act 1986.", "Amends the definition of 'Agreement' in the Collie Coal (Griffin) Agreement Act 1979 to include the 2026 variation agreement."]