Nine.com.au·5 min read·medium
Federal, South Australian and Tasmanian governments provide $105 million bailout for Nrystar
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The Australian federal and state governments have provided a $105 million bailout to mining company Nyrstar to maintain operations and protect 1,400 jobs. The funding is deemed critical for securing the supply of minerals like antimony, which are essential for defense applications.
Why it matters
The bailout highlights the intersection of industrial policy, national security, and the reliance on critical mineral supply chains.
Updated June 10, 2026 - 4.33am . First published at 4.00am
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