Government, MMG Clarify Tasmanian Tailings Dam Status
The Department of Climate Change confirms no decision on South Marionoak exploratory works, while MMG states no plans to advance that site, focusing on alternatives near Rosebery Mine.
Category : Environmental Policy
Party Leader Backs Pop-Up Bikeways in CBD
A political party leader has publicly supported the implementation of pop-up bikeways in the city center, aiming to enhance cycling infrastructure and reduce traffic congestion.
Cairns Beach Erosion Crisis Deepens, Council Seeks Funds
Cairns Regional Council urgently requests state and federal funding to combat severe erosion at Northern Beaches, with recent storms accelerating damage and threatening infrastructure.
Daintree Wetland Plan Faces Council Rejection Over Farming Fears
A proposal to protect Daintree wetland rainforest is likely to be rejected by the local council due to fears it could impact valuable farming land, sparking debate over conservation and agriculture.
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Hunter Mine Plans Risk NSW 2030 Climate Targets
Lock the Gate warns new Hunter Valley mine proposals could undermine NSW's 2030 climate goals, raising concerns over emissions and environmental impacts.
Greens Senator Shows Dead Seahorses in Senate, Blames Santos for Algae Bloom
Greens Senator Steph Hodgins-May brought the Senate to a standstill by displaying dead seahorses killed in South Australia's algae bloom, accusing Santos of 'blood soaked profits' and demanding climate accountability.
Greens Senator Shows Dead Seahorses, Demands Santos Answer
Greens Senator Steph Hodgins-May brought the Senate to a standstill by displaying dead seahorses killed in South Australia's algae bloom, accusing Santos of 'blood soaked profits' and demanding a 25% gas export tax.
NSW Coal Mine Ban Allows Metropolitan Expansion
The NSW Government has announced a ban on new coal mines, but the policy includes an exemption allowing expansion of existing metropolitan mines, sparking debate over environmental and economic impacts.
Wittenoom Asbestos Legacy: A Persistent Threat
Emma Garlett warns that Wittenoom's asbestos contamination remains a current danger, not just a historical issue, with ongoing health and environmental risks.
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SA Environmental Crisis Ignored by Major Parties
Conservation SA CEO Kirsty Bevan criticizes major political parties for failing to address urgent environmental challenges in South Australia ahead of the election.
NSW Plastic Ban Triggered by Minnamurra River Pollution
A study revealing high microplastics in the Minnamurra River has prompted the NSW government to ban single-use plastic items, aiming to reduce environmental harm and protect waterways.
ACT Considers Banning More Single-Use Plastics
The Australian Capital Territory is exploring a ban on additional single-use plastic items, building on existing restrictions to reduce environmental impact.
Magnetic Island Cat Ban Plan Stalls in Council Review
A proposed ban on cats on Magnetic Island has stalled as the Townsville City Council review process returns to its initial stages, sparking debate among residents and environmentalists.
WA Environmental Standards Risk Jobs, MP Warns
Federal MP Aaorn Morey calls for a rewrite of Western Australia's environmental standards, arguing they are unworkable and threaten thousands of local jobs.
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Stirling's Fast Clean-Ups Could Boost Illegal Dumping
A City of Stirling report reveals that rapid responses to illegal dumping may have inadvertently encouraged more waste offenses by offering better service than legal disposal options, leading to a 14% drop after policy changes.
Santos Cleared of Greenwashing as Climate Lawsuit Fails
A Federal Court has dismissed a climate lawsuit against Santos, ruling the energy company did not engage in greenwashing in its net-zero emissions claims.
EPA's Smiths Beach Decision Sparks Scrutiny
The Environmental Protection Authority's approval of the contentious Smiths Beach development has ignited debate over its policy reversals and calls for greater transparency in environmental assessments.
Sussan Ley deja a Angus Taylor su primer obstáculo alto
La ex ministra de Medio Ambiente Sussan Ley ha dejado un desafío significativo para Angus Taylor, su sucesor, en la gestión de políticas ambientales clave.
Plan de alcaldesa Amy Eden para frenar erosión en Cairns Esplanade
La alcaldesa Amy Eden presenta una estrategia audaz para mitigar la erosión costera en el Esplanade de Cairns, utilizando técnicas naturales y colaboración comunitaria para proteger el icónico paseo marítimo.
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Businessman Slams EPA Double Standards Over Tip Leak
A Newcastle green waste recycler expresses outrage as the Awaba tip leaks ammonia at levels 1000 times above guidelines for years while his small business faced harsh EPA action.
CAFNEC Doubts LNP's Far North Water Plan for Cairns
Environmental group CAFNEC raises concerns over the LNP's water management strategy for Far North Queensland, questioning the accuracy of megalitre allocations and potential impacts on local ecosystems.
Asbestos Dumper Fined $30,000 Over Mt Keira Incident
A Dapto skip bin contractor has been fined $30,000 for illegally dumping asbestos material on Mount Keira and failing to clean it up, despite claiming he was having sex in his truck at the time.
Traffic Noise: The Overlooked Emission and EV Benefits
Exploring how traffic noise pollution affects mental and physical health, with comparisons between Sydney, Tokyo, and Beijing. The rise of electric vehicles offers a dual benefit of cleaner air and quieter streets.
EPA Confident Awaba Tip Pollution Contained Despite Leak
The NSW EPA maintains pollution from Awaba Waste Management Facility's leachate leak is contained, despite groundwater ammonia levels far exceeding safe limits for nearly a decade.
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Life Jacket Law Considered for Kiama and Shellharbour
Kiama and Shellharbour councils are considering making life jackets compulsory for rock fishers following a series of drownings, with ten deaths in the past decade prompting safety reviews.
Coastal Communities Fight Southern Ocean Gas Exploration
Residents and environmental groups in coastal Victoria are mobilising to oppose new gas exploration permits in the Southern Ocean, citing threats to marine ecosystems and local economies.
ACT Climate Strategy: Cut Petrol Car Trips, Switch to EVs
The ACT government begins community consultation on a new climate strategy, focusing on reducing transport emissions by cutting petrol car trips and promoting electric vehicles, public transport, walking, and cycling.
Townsville Dumping Crusader Warns $177M Fund 'Not a Lot'
A Townsville anti-dumping campaigner has warned that a $177 million federal fund is insufficient to tackle illegal waste dumping in the region, calling for more robust action.
Unauthorised test caused Melbourne sinkhole
An unauthorised pressure test by tunnel workers caused an eight-metre sinkhole at a Melbourne oval. Authorities confirm the test was not approved, raising safety concerns. Read more.
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Greens Demand Permanent ACT Incinerator Ban
The ACT Greens call for a permanent ban on waste-to-energy incinerators, citing pollution and climate risks. Learn about the policy and the community's stance.
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