Coal still the focus for politicians while business outpaces them on renewables transition

When it comes to coal, politicians seem stuck in a short-term election cycle while the corporate sector is getting on with the business of transitioning to renewables.

The Hunter Valley in New South Wales is facing a crucial by-election in May that, if lost, could send the Berejiklian government further into minority.

While the major parties are reluctant to commit to policies transitioning from coal, the mine services sector is voting with its corporate boots.