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Australian Government Invests $2 Billion in Rio Tinto Smelter for Jobs and Energy Infrastructure
Major Investment in Boyne Aluminium Smelter
The Australian federal government and the Queensland government have announced a combined $2 billion investment into Rio Tinto's Boyne aluminium smelter to ensure its future viability. Each government will contribute $1 billion to the central Queensland facility. This move is contingent on Rio Tinto underwriting significant investments in energy and transmission infrastructure, aiming to bolster the region's industrial backbone.
Boosting Energy Infrastructure and Employment
The government anticipates that this public investment will catalyze approximately $7.5 billion in private investment across Queensland. This substantial capital injection is expected to drive the development of the renewable energy grid and sustain thousands of jobs in central Queensland. The initiative underscores the government's commitment to supporting critical industries and fostering regional economic growth.
*Source: The Guardian World (2026-03-25)*
