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Australian coal mine became a lake holding about 30 billion litres of water

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: Times of India
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What happened

Lake Kepwari, a former coal mine void near Collie, Western Australia, has been transformed into a recreational hub.

This artificial lake now offers swimming, boating, camping, and water sports for visitors.

Key facts

  • Reported by Times of India and published Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:38:00 UTC.

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