When
April 22, 2025 at 6:30pm
🗳️ Election Forum: Nuclear for Macquarie?
Hosted by Hawkesbury Environment Network (HEN)
📅 Date: Tuesday, 22 April 2025
🕡 Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: The EarthCare Centre, Corner of Campus Drive and Science Rd, Western Sydney University Richmond Campus, Richmond, 2756 AU
Is nuclear energy the right path for Macquarie?
With the federal election approaching, this free community forum will explore one of the most pressing local issues – the proposal for a nuclear power plant near Lithgow.
Join Hawkesbury Environment Network (HEN), local experts, and federal election candidates for a public discussion on the role of nuclear energy in our region’s future.
- 🟢 Free and open to all
- 🟢 Guest Speaker Shani Tager from 350.org
- 🟢 Macquarie Candidates will be invited to attend and respond to your concerns around the environment.
- 🟢 Organised by HEN – a proud member of the Macquarie Alliance for Climate
🔍 Why it matters
A nuclear power proposal for the Lithgow area has sparked concern among residents, raising big questions:
- Is nuclear energy safe and cost-effective?
- How does it compare with renewable alternatives?
- What are the environmental, health, and economic impacts for our region?
This forum is your chance to get informed and hear where the candidates stand.