Adani legal action sparks fears journalists could be targeted over Carmichael mine leaks

Activist being sued by mining giant says it offered to drop case if he identified how information they say is confidential information has been allegedly used'

Lawyers for Adani have sought to identify people who obtained leaked information about its Carmichael coal project, raising concerns that journalists could be dragged into conspiracy" legal proceedings launched by the miner against an environmental activist.

The activist, Ben Pennings, from the group Galilee Blockade, is being sued by Adani for conspiracy, intimidation and breach of confidence.