Central West Voters Strongly In Favour Of Nuclear Energy

New polling shows a clear majority of vot­ers in the Central West of New South Wales support constructing a nuclear power plant at Mount Piper near Lithgow.

The Freshwater Strategy polling shows 63 per cent of voters in the Central West are backing the idea, to generate electricity using nuclear power.

Leader of The Nationals David Little­proud said support for nuclear energy by people in the Central West was amongst the highest in Australia. Cheaper electricity in the long-term is seen as a key benefit, followed by energy security and the longterm employment opportunities for locals.

“63 per cent of people in the Central West are backing the Coalition’s plan for a nuclear power plant near Lithgow because they see the opportunity,” Mr Littleproud said.

“People in the Central West understand the drivers of long-term cheaper power and sustainable energy. They understand our energy market grid and what it is to have reliable power and a big long-term invest­ment. They understand this because Mount Piper Power Station is an important part of Australia’s energy production. Residents know how important reliable and affordable 24/7 power is.

“The Mount Piper community will benefit from a new power plant with high-paying jobs for generations to come. There will also be a plan to attract new manufacturing to the region and a regional deal unlocking investment in modern infrastructure, with services designed to meet local community priorities. This will result in billions of dol­lars in local investment.

Mr Littleproud added families and busi­nesses in the Central West are feeling the pain of Labor’s all-renewables approach, with energy bills increasing by up to $1000 for many households since Labor won gov­ernment, despite being promised $275 in energy relief.

“I have confidence that the workers of the Mount Piper Power Station now have a future to continue their jobs and deliver secure, well-paying jobs for their children and grandchildren.”