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Coalition ramps up push for inquiry into metals manufacturing

At least 10 of Australia’s smelters and refineries have asked for government support

Trafigura-owned Nyrstar Australia has said it needs government support to keep its smelters in Port Pirie and Hobart open.

Trafigura-owned Nyrstar Australia has said it needs government support to keep its smelters in Port Pirie and Hobart open. | Credits: Trafigura

The Coalition has tabled a motion in parliament to establish a senate inquiry into Australia's metals manufacturing industry amid widespread concern that the sector is on its knees. Such an inquiry...

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