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'Noisy, ugly, planet-destroying temple': Australian locals on Tesla factory
Adelaide residents have erupted over a proposal to build a Tesla factory on community land in the city’s southern suburbs, labelling the plan “a noisy, ugly, planet-destroying temple to billionaires”.
Locals were informed by Marion Council in April that selling off Chestnut Court Reserve in favour of the development of a battery factory, servicing facility and vehicle showroom for the Elon Musk-owned company would reap significant financial rewards. In addition to his vocal support for Donald Trump and the hundreds of millions of dollars in funding he contributed to the President’s campaign last year, Musk has become an enthusiastic advocate for right-wing parties around the world. Per its report for the 2024 calendar year, filed with the Australian Securities and Exchange Commission (ASIC), Tesla Motors Australia’s revenue jumped by a third ($1.29 billion) from $3.81bn in 2023 to $5.1bn within 12 months, while profits rose from $39 million to $65m.
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