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Tess Ikonomou

'Tough cop' needed to protect Australia's environment

Environment Minister Murray Watt says Australia is still "fighting" to co-host a UN climate summit. (Matt Turner/AAP PHOTOS)

Australia lacks strong enough rules for those who break environmental laws, with pressure mounting on the nation to clamp down on greenhouse gas emissions.

Environment Minister Murray Watt wants a federal watchdog to enforce the laws and interrogate project approvals.

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