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The challenge that climate change presents to us, both in Australia and around the world, won't be solved by ramping up the nuclear industry.
Peter Garrett
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Peter Garrett
Age: 71
Born: 1953
Born: April 19
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Member Of The Australian House Of Representatives
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Peter Robert Garrett
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