Question on Notice 74/2026: Mount Isa copper smelter

Answered: Yes

Question Number: 74

Year: 2026

Asked By: Mr R Katter

Minister Responsible: Minister for Natural Resources and Mines, Minister for Manufacturing and Minister for Regional and Rural Development (Hon D Last)

Asked Date: 11 Feb 2026

Answer Due: 13 Mar 2026

Date Tabled: 16 Mar 2026

Topic

Mount Isa copper smelter

Question

With reference to the $600m investment from Australian taxpayers into the Mount Isa copper smelter— Will the Minister advise if there is a requirement for Glencore to use Australian labour at their sites, especially in and around Mount Isa?

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