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NT mining rates are tenfold lower than Queensland's
Barkly Regional Council says it lacks funds to maintain roads and buildings while local mines will generate $35 billion by 2030.
Why it mattersCouncils want to charge mines more to fund roads and repairs. Without higher rates, councils serving mining regions could struggle to maintain basic services.
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