Australia's EPBC Act overhaul: Wins and risks revealed
Australia's landmark EPBC Act amendments promise environmental protection improvements, but experts warn of potential pitfalls in rushed legislation. Read the full analysis.
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Australia's Nature Laws Hang in Balance
Labor's environmental reforms face a critical vote as Minister Watt offers concessions to both the Coalition and the Greens. Will Australia's new nature laws pass?
Australia's Nature Laws Face Senate Showdown
Environment Minister Murray Watt vows to pass Labor's nature laws in parliament's final 2025 sitting week, negotiating with both Coalition and Greens amid industry concerns.
UK Minister Backs Starmer's Grim Climate Warning Ahead of COP30
Australian Climate Minister Chris Bowen endorses Keir Starmer's stark climate change assessment ahead of critical COP30 summit, signalling unprecedented international cooperation on environmental crisis.
Australian Public Service Wages Jump 3.4%
New data reveals Australian public servants are enjoying their fastest wage growth in 15 years, outstripping private sector increases and raising questions about economic fairness.
King Charles and Starmer unite for Amazon protection
In an unprecedented move, the monarch and Labour leader unite to champion Brazil's environmental efforts, signalling a new era for UK climate diplomacy.
China's COP30 Strategy: Xi Backs Global South Climate Demands
Beijing signals major climate policy shift as President Xi Jinping advocates for developing nations' interests in UN address, positioning China as environmental champion ahead of crucial Brazil summit.
UK withdraws from Amazon rainforest protection fund
Britain withdraws from flagship £1.2bn global forest protection initiative, sparking outrage among environmental groups and raising questions about UK's climate commitment.
Liberal MPs fear city voter backlash over net zero
Internal Liberal party polling reveals growing voter rebellion in metropolitan electorates over climate policies, putting Australia's net zero commitment at risk as MPs scramble to save their seats.
RBA Holds Rates as Inflation Surprise Rattles Economy
The Reserve Bank of Australia maintains current interest rates despite unexpected inflation data, signalling cautious optimism amid economic uncertainty. Analysis of what this means for mortgages and the broader economy.
Australian political turmoil over net zero backflip
Australia's political landscape erupts as the Coalition dramatically abandons net zero commitments, triggering heated parliamentary clashes and international concern ahead of crucial climate talks.
Australian November Books: Garner's Return & Must-Reads
Discover Australia's hottest November book releases featuring Helen Garner's first novel in years, Madeleine Gray's anticipated follow-up, and bold new takes on mythology.
Littleproud's Net Zero Claims: Real Action or Political Spin?
An in-depth analysis of the National Party's controversial climate commitments and whether their emissions reduction strategy represents genuine progress or clever political manoeuvring.
Britain Bottom of Global Nature Connection Ranking
Groundbreaking research reveals Britain sits at the bottom of a global ranking measuring people's connection to nature, with serious implications for wellbeing and environmental action.
Australia's nature law deadlock costs economy and environment
Australia's stalled environmental reforms are creating economic uncertainty while failing to protect the natural heritage future generations will inherit. Experts warn that continued political stalemate comes with a heavy price tag.
Australian Nationals abandon net zero target
In a dramatic shift, Australia's National Party has voted to remove its net zero emissions target from official policy, sparking political turmoil and environmental concerns.
Liberal Party rift deepens over net zero emissions target
Australia's Liberal Party remains deeply divided over climate policy as Deputy Leader Sussan Ley faces ongoing internal resistance to the government's net zero emissions target, exposing significant fractures within the opposition.
Trump's Climate War: Bill Gates Sounds Alarm
Former President Donald Trump's pledge to dismantle climate initiatives sparks concern from billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates, who warns of devastating global consequences if environmental progress is reversed.
Matt Kean rebukes Coalition's environment laws
Exclusive: Former Liberal minister breaks ranks to condemn his own party's proposed environmental legislation, warning it threatens Australia's natural heritage and represents a major step backwards for conservation.
Labor's environmental deal sparks internal party crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals the internal turmoil within Australia's Labor Party as they strike a contentious environmental agreement that threatens to divide the government and alienate their core supporters.
Environment Agency: UK government failing on climate crisis
Environment Agency chair Alan Lovell delivers sobering testimony to Lords committee, revealing government inaction on climate adaptation and funding shortfalls threatening UK's environmental resilience.
Doctor's chilling health warning prompts home overhaul
Prominent ABC health broadcaster Dr Norman Swan has made radical changes to his living environment following disturbing new research about indoor health risks, issuing an urgent warning to all households.
Dick Smith: Albanese failing Australian business
Australian entrepreneur Dick Smith delivers scathing criticism of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's leadership, claiming Australian businesses are 'going backwards' under his government amid cost of living pressures.
Australia's environmental law reforms spark parliamentary clash
The Albanese government's sweeping changes to Australia's environmental protection laws spark heated debate in federal parliament, with critics warning of rushed legislation and inadequate scrutiny.
Coalition demands environment bill split in parliament fight
The Australian opposition is pushing to divide the government's landmark environment bill, setting up a parliamentary showdown over new nature protection laws that could reshape conservation efforts nationwide.
Australia's Wildlife at Risk in Political Clash
As the Australian coalition government unveils controversial environmental policies, pressure mounts on Labor to prove its commitment to protecting the nation's unique wildlife and natural heritage.
Australia's Mass Migration Myth Exposed
Australia's Shadow Immigration Minister Paul Scarr challenges the narrative of 'mass migration,' revealing how political rhetoric distorts the true immigration picture and impacts policy decisions.
Labor's environment laws face collapse as Coalition withdraws support
The Australian government's landmark environmental law reforms risk failure after the Coalition withdrew support, claiming the legislation would strangle economic development and investment across the nation.
Record £1.1m sewage fines hit English water firms
England's water companies face unprecedented penalties for illegal sewage dumping as the Environment Agency takes aggressive action against environmental violations in waterways.
NI environmental watchdog plan halted despite promises
Stormont's failure to establish a promised independent Environmental Protection Agency leaves Northern Ireland as the only UK nation without dedicated environmental oversight, drawing fierce criticism from campaigners.
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