Why compo is now more likely

For those relatively new and speculating on a compo payout here is a good overview of the situation set out by Gordon Galt. Note in particular BOF confirming he would have paid compo if he could back in 2015.

http://nucoal.com.au/wp-content/upl...article-The-Australian-full-text-24.07.15.pdf

Then look at NSW Government Budget surplus forecasts:

https://www.budget.nsw.gov.au/

The State’s fiscal position remains strong, with budget surpluses averaging $2.1 billion forecast over four years. The budget surplus in 2017-18 is forecast to be $3.3 billion, an increase of $634 million over the 2017-18 Budget forecast.