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Fears for Canberra grassland earless dragon as ACT government updates its list of threatened species

The ACT government has updated its list of threatened species and says the Canberra grassland earless dragon is now critically endangered. Five new species have been added to the list, while four have had their status updated.

ABC News · May 1, 2023

$9m pledge to advance First Nations water rights in Murray-Darling raises concern over unfulfilled commitments

Indigenous groups watch the value of a $40 million pledge to buy water rights erode as water prices rise and the money remains unspent after five years.

ABC News · Apr 28, 2023

Water model to have flow-on benefits for First Nations

The Albanese government will spend $9.2 million and work with Indigenous organisations to help develop a First Nations water holding model.

The New Daily · Apr 27, 2023

Victoria’s plans for engineered wetlands on the Murray are environmentally dubious. Here’s a better option

Governments love the idea of a win-win – even when it doesn’t exist. That’s why Victoria has been spending millions on planning “red gum irrigation ponds” – essentially, engineered wetlands along the River Murray. These wetlands are designed to save some red gum ecosystems, leave many others to decline, and…

The Conversation · Apr 20, 2023

Australia recycles just 18% of plastic packaging and will not reach 2025 target, review finds

Environmental campaigners say industry-led approach is failing and stronger laws are needed

The Guardian - AU · Apr 20, 2023

Govt to spend $150 million on reef water quality woes

The environment minister has announced a $150 million program to address poor water quality on the reef, one of the key threats identified by UN inspectors.

The New Daily · Apr 19, 2023

Labor announces $163m for Australian Institute of Marine Science facility in Townsville

Scientists at a Townsville facility built in the 1970s say their work is in high demand but they have "kind of reached the limits" of what can be achieved in their dilapidated base.

ABC News · Apr 19, 2023

If you buy it, why can't you fix it? Here's why we still don't have the 'right to repair'

When you buy a product, you expect to be able to repair it. The problem is, many modern products are designed so that you can’t fix them. Vital parts are inaccessible. Or you have to go through the manufacturer, which may well just give you a new one. The end…

The Conversation · Apr 17, 2023

Promise of ‘cheaper, cleaner’ energy from new projects

Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek says the government's net-zero emissions plan has led to a boost in investment in Australia's renewable energy sector.

The New Daily · Apr 9, 2023

Promise of 'cheaper, cleaner' energy from new projects

Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek says the government's net-zero emissions plan has led to a boost in investment in Australia's renewable energy sector.

AAP · Apr 9, 2023