Barndioota shortlisted to build new nuclear waste dump

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The Federal government has announced Barndioota, South Australia as one of the possible sites for a future nuclear waste dump.

While they claim the community is well informed, there is concern the site will destroy Aboriginal heritage in the area.

There are environmental issues with flooding and fires near the site.

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