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WA nature group wants renewables balanced with habitat

Jacquelene 2 September 2024

Western Australia’s peak environment body says that renewable energy is critical for climate action, but governments and industry must also protect important habitat and consult with communities. In response to Federal Minister for Climate Change and Energy Chris Bowen announcing the Bunbury offshore wind zone, the Executive Director of the […]

Don’t miss Rising Tide benefit concert

Jacquelene 29 August 2024

Gailla, Amelie Ecology and John Seed are presenting a benefit concert for Rising Tide at Narara Ecovillage with 50% of profits going to Rising Tide and 50% to Gailla and Amelie Ecology. The concert will take place on Saturday, 14 September, from 7pm. Tickets are free for First Nations and […]

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Biden asked for full pardon for Assange

Jacquelene 29 August 2024

Julian Assange, former WikiLeaks founder, may be free and back in Australia but the ‘free Julian’ campaign has now turned its attention to seeking a full pardon for the admissions he made to escape incarcetation and extradition to the US According to a statement issued by his brother, Gabriel Shipton, […]

Inquiry into leaking old gas rigs has national implications

Jacquelene 29 August 2024

Friends of the Earth (FoE) has welcomed a new inquiry into hundreds of “plugged and abandoned” retired oil and gas wells off the Victorian coast, many of which are likely to be leaking dangerous methane gas. But the scope of the inquiry needs to be broadened. Methane (most often euphemistically […]

Deaths in paradise: cancers and cover ups confirmed by Citizens Inquiry

Jacquelene 28 August 2024

The Future Sooner Citizens Inquiry into pollution from burning coal uncovered disturbing health stories from long- and short-term residents living near Eraring and Vales Point power stations in NSW and those who had lived near decommissioned sites at Lake Munmorah-Colongra and Wangi Wangi. “Life-threatening asthma, emphysema, respiratory disease, bowel, brain, […]

Documents reveal offshore carbon dumping blocked – for now

Jacquelene 28 August 2024

The Conservation Council Western Australia has this week revealed that Woodside’s attempt to shortcut the environmental approval process has been knocked back for a critical component of its massive Browse gas proposal.’ According to CCWA this has taken place just weeks after it was revealed that the WA EPA has deemed Browse […]

Coalition undercuts ordinary people to fund “nuclear fantasy”

Jacquelene 28 August 2024

In response to the federal Coalition’s proposal for $100 billion in cuts to housing, transport, education, and climate solutions, 30 organisations have released a joint statement condemning the opposition’s stance. “Peter Dutton and the Coalition made their priorities clear today with a proposal to gut social services and roll back […]

The art of science

Jacquelene 28 August 2024

From ants encircling their prey to the microscopic details of a moth’s antenna, a new photography competition and exhibition is giving the public a rare glimpse into the fascinating world of academic research. Charles Darwin University’s (CDU) new initiative Photo Synthesis: CDU’s Research through the Lens showcases the visual side of the […]

Woolworths to stop sourcing beef linked to deforestation – ACF

Jacquelene 28 August 2024

The Australian Conservation Foundation has welcomed Woolworths’ announcement today that it will stop selling beef linked to deforestation, in accordance with the Science-based Targets Initiative. “No one sells more beef to Australians than Woolworths, so this commitment has enormous implications for nature and for people who want to make sustainable […]

Climate Change News

Winter “scorcher” ringing community alarm bells

Jacquelene 28 August 2024

Whether its a statement from a bushfire survivor or the latest opinion poll, record high August temperatures combined with high winds, have left the community screaming for more climate action from our leaders. It used to be a slow news day when the weather was the main story – or […]

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Submissions close for EV inquiry

WA nature group wants renewables balanced with habitat

Don’t miss Rising Tide benefit concert

Inquiry into leaking old gas rigs has national implications

Documents reveal offshore carbon dumping blocked – for now

The art of science

Woolworths to stop sourcing beef linked to deforestation – ACF

Winter “scorcher” ringing community alarm bells

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