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Gina Rinehart, Australia's richest woman, criticized the net zero policies in a video address to the Bush Summit, arguing that these regulations impose excessive costs and burdens on farmers already struggling with natural disasters. She warned that the rush to implement net zero could drive many farmers out of business due to the added expenses and bureaucratic hurdles, with no guaranteed benefits from renewable energy projects. This concern is underscored by the energy issues faced in Crookwell, New South Wales, which hosts a significant number of wind turbines but still experiences frequent power outages, prompting reliance on diesel generators to maintain electricity. Michael McCormack, Nationals MP for the Riverina, highlighted the town's struggles with nine unplanned outages since early 2024, despite contributing heavily to the state's renewable energy capacity. The situation in Crookwell illustrates the challenges of balancing green energy expansion with reliable power supply for local communities. These developments reflect broader tensions in Australia's transition to renewable energy and the impacts on rural and farming regions.