$15.4B South Road Upgrade and Parklands Plan
Federal government pledges $15.4 billion for South Road upgrades and new Adelaide parklands. Historic investment to transform transport and green spaces.
Category : Environmental Policy
Greens plan to ban household gas in South Australia
SA Greens unveil $382 million plan to phase out household gas appliances by 2026 election. Bold climate action targets algal blooms and emissions.
Chalmers urges WA industry to pressure Senate on reforms
Treasurer Jim Chalmers calls on WA industry leaders to pressure senators for swift environmental reforms. Key legislation faces crucial Senate vote amid business concerns.
Press Club criticised for platforming coal lobby group
The National Press Club faces criticism for hosting Futurecoal's CEO Michelle Manook, accused of promoting coal greenwashing. Experts warn this undermines climate action.
Watt pressures industry on environmental reforms
Federal Agriculture Minister Murray Watt urges industry leaders and Coalition to support government's environmental law reforms to avoid deal with Greens. Critical vote looms.
WA Projects Delayed 40% by Environmental Law Failures
Western Australian projects face 40% longer approval delays under Australia's broken environmental laws, threatening jobs and economic growth. Urgent reform needed.
New PFAS group seeks solutions for Williamtown community
A new community-led working group in Williamtown will drive local solutions to PFAS contamination, bringing together residents and government after nine years of environmental impact.
Human indifference blamed for Australia's extinction crisis
Experts warn Australia's environmental laws won't stop extinction crisis without addressing human population growth and consumption patterns. Read the urgent call for action.
Rising Tide faces criticism over protest track record
Newcastle's Rising Tide protest group faces community backlash over broken promises and protest tactics. Local businesses and residents question the group's methods as cruise ships cancel visits.
Liberals formally axe net-zero by 2050 target
The Liberal Party has officially scrapped its net-zero by 2050 commitment after a partyroom vote. Discover the details of their new climate policy and the political fallout.
Minister Watt Responds to Algal Bloom Senate Report
Environment Minister Murray Watt defends government's handling of harmful algal bloom following damning 207-page Senate report. Read the latest developments from Adelaide summit.
Lobbyist pays $13k for dinner with ministers
Invasive Species Council CEO Jack Gough paid over $13,000 to dine with Treasurer Jim Chalmers and Finance Minister Katy Gallagher, advocating for millions in environmental biosecurity funding to combat fire ants and feral deer.
SA ill-prepared for algal bloom disaster: report
A damning federal inquiry reveals how ill-prepared South Australian governments were for a major ecological and economic disaster caused by algal blooms.
Rising Tide defends protest as Hunter faces climate costs
Newcastle's Rising Tide activists respond to tourism criticism while highlighting the $200 million flood damage. Local letters also tackle quarry approval and political accountability.
Labor members push for complete WA fracking ban
WA Labor members vote to extend fracking ban to 100% of state, challenging Cook Government's current policy. Industry and environmental groups clash over energy security.
LNP Coal Plan Threatens Great Barrier Reef: Labor
The Australian Labor Party sounds alarm over LNP's energy strategy that prioritises coal expansion, potentially jeopardising the Great Barrier Reef's UNESCO World Heritage listing and Queensland's tourism industry.
Cook Confident on Environmental Law Changes After Fed Talks
Western Australia's Premier Roger Cook announces breakthrough progress on environmental reform following high-level talks with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, promising faster approvals while maintaining strong protections.
WA Premier's 'Get It Done' ultimatum on environment laws
Roger Cook demands Senate pass Labor's environmental reforms as crucial vote looms, warning against political games with Australia's future.
WA Labor to debate total fracking ban at conference
Western Australia's Labor faithful are set to debate a comprehensive fracking prohibition that could reshape the state's energy future and environmental policies.
NSW fast-tracks Avondale eco-resort despite risks
The NSW government is pushing forward with the Avondale eco-resort development, overriding local zoning regulations and ignoring significant bushfire risks in the Illawarra escarpment area.
WA cracks down on greenwashing with new mandatory rules
Western Australian businesses face stricter regulations as the state government intensifies its fight against misleading environmental marketing. Discover how new mandatory guidelines will impact local agencies and protect consumers.
Nature Repair Market: Christmas deadline for landmark laws
Exclusive: Environment Minister Murray Watt reveals urgent timeline for world-first Nature Repair Market legislation, aiming to pass historic environmental reforms before Christmas break.
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