Court rules approving climate-bomb project was “reasonable”
The Land and Environment Court today ruled the Independent Planning Commission’s approval of the Narrabri Coal Mine expansion was legally reasonable even though the project will...
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Transparent failure — Tasmanian Government is the most secretive in Australia
A new analysis of the administration of Tasmania’s freedom of information laws has found the island state is the most secretive in Australia. Environmental Defenders...
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Care and diligence in the coal industry in a time of climate change
“In Australia, a director acting in the best interests of the company must take account of, and the board must report publicly on, climate‑related risks and issues...
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Springbrook needs permanent protection from water mining
Springbrook is home to a globally important Gondwanan rainforest ecosystem in the Gold Coast hinterland. Water is the lifeblood of Springbrook’s native plants and animals, like...
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Crocodile law reform update on World Croc Day
Every year on June 17th, World Croc Day highlights the plight of endangered crocodiles. Saving the saltwater crocodile from extinction is one of Australia’s greatest...
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Territory Water Plan is a step in the right direction, but details are missing
The Territory Water Plan released today has many positive features that will improve management of this most precious resource, but much depends on how well and how quickly its...
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Greenwashing complaint against NeuRizer (Leigh Creek Energy) lodged with corporate watchdog
South Australia’s peak environment body has asked the ASIC to investigate whether fossil fuel company NeuRizer has misled or deceived investors and consumers about the climate...
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ABC 7.30 investigation highlights need to implement Pepper recommendations in full
Last night’s ABC 7.30 report into alleged pollution incidents in the Beetaloo highlights the importance of full compliance with the Pepper Inquiry, including a range...
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Traditional Owners and Environment Centre NT appeal Supreme Court ruling on McArthur River Mine
Traditional Owners Josephine Davey and Jack Green and the Environment Centre NT (ECNT) are appealing the NT Supreme Court’s recent decision in relation to the McArthur River...
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South Australia’s rushed anti-protest laws the latest affront to democracy
On Wednesday morning — as the World Meteorological Organization warned that humanity could be less than five years away from experiencing 1.5 degrees global warming for the...
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