Australia’s first nuclear reactor retires after powering science for 70 years
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Australia's first nuclear reactor, HIFAR, is being decommissioned after nearly 70 years. Led by ANSTO, the project will occur in phases, with Phase A focusing on equipment removal by 2026. Phase B will involve decommissioning the reactor core, pending approvals. ANSTO's expertise ensures a safe process, marking their second successful research reactor decommissioning.
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