Esteemed businessman Geoffrey Cousins challenges the doyens of industry and government on their proposed gas plant at James Price Point. —— Meanwhile, Woodside chairman, Michael Chaney lashes back.
Category Archives: Geoff Cousins
Protest Camp Continues Whilst Locals Celebrate Broome at Cable Beach
July 15, 2011 – 2:50 am
Week 6 of the Blockade: Wed 13 July – Wed 20 July The protest continues – while pre-emptive clearing is occurring a James Price Point community opposition continues and is growing. The video at the bottom of this entry tells the story. Meanwhile, the Broome community is moving to an unprecedented level of action. […]
Indigenous people complain of ‘pressure’ in 60-40 support of gas hub, but the fight goes on.
May 10, 2011 – 5:03 am
Traditional owners in Western Australia’s Kimberley region say they were forced to sign off on a multi-billion dollar gas hub, set to be built north of Broome. The Jabirr-Jabirr Goolarabooloo people last week voted in favour of the hub being located at James Point Price. There were 164 votes in favour, 108 against and five […]
Maverick Businessman Amps up Fight for the Kimberley
May 10, 2011 – 4:01 am
Broome business and community leaders recently gathered informally to hear from businessman Geoffery Cousins, and Lachlan Douglas (son of the late Malcolm Douglas) with a welcome to country from Neilo McKenzie. Guests enjoyed a BBQ and drink under the stars, with conversation and free discussion following. Discussed by speakers and guests were: The fact that […]
