Unapologetic activist faces fate for office 'liar' tag A climate activist who spray painted the word "liar" on the federal environment minister's electorate office says more politicians should be called out. AAP · Jan 13, 2025
‘We’re gobsmacked’: climate groups angered by Labor’s ‘no new coalmines’ claim Campaigners say Queensland mine given go-ahead this week is a new development, not an extension of an existing mine The Guardian - AU · Dec 20, 2024
NSW government bid to prevent Rising Tide protest in Newcastle harbour invalid, court finds Four-day exclusion zone an improper use of Marine Safety Act, judge rules, despite ‘skilful’ submission from transport minister Jo Haylen The Guardian - AU · Nov 21, 2024
Harbour blockade organisers push ahead amid exclusion zone changes Newcastle Harbour blockade headquarters moved to Foreshore Park. Newcastle Herald · Nov 18, 2024
Government crackdown on port protest 'unprecedented' Climate protesters say locals found swimming inside a sweeping marine exclusion zone could be arrested during a blockade of the world's biggest coal port. AAP · Nov 16, 2024
NSW government to cut off public access to Newcastle harbour ahead of peaceful climate protest Rising Tide activist group condemns ‘abuse of power’ but government says protests must consider ‘reasonable’ community impact The Guardian - AU · Nov 16, 2024
Harbour protest will proceed despite activist lockout, organisers say Rising Tide has been dealt another blow against its planned harbour blockade Newcastle Herald · Nov 16, 2024
Arrest threat for protesters who block major coal port Plans by climate protesters to hold a floating blockade of a major coal port have been deemed unlawful by the NSW Supreme Court, but organisers vow to fight on. AAP · Nov 6, 2024
NSW police take legal action to prevent climate activists blockading Port of Newcastle Planned two-day protest that involves thousands of protesters poses a safety risk, police argue The Guardian - AU · Nov 1, 2024
Supreme Court asked to intervene Newcastle Harbour blockade application Supreme Court to NSW Police case against harbour blockade. Newcastle Herald · Oct 30, 2024
NSW police fight to stop Newcastle port ‘protestival’ in second court challenge to protests in a month Rising Tide event would involve thousands of paddling climate activists blocking coal exports The Guardian - AU · Oct 29, 2024
Harbour blockade 'protest-ival' was no reason to can cruise ship visit 'The flotilla is peaceful, organised and mobile.' Newcastle Herald · Sep 9, 2024
'People need to be trained': port paddle-out in preparation for blockade Plans for 10,000 people to be involved in 10 days of climate action in November. Newcastle Herald · Jul 13, 2024
Ninety seven-year-old explains why he chose to get arrested at climate protest Reverend Alan Stuart says he is fighting for future generations. Newcastle Herald · Nov 27, 2023
Newcastle Herald · Nov 25, 2023 Protesters blockade world's largest coal port at Newcastle in massive climate action All ships have stopped in the Port of Newcastle.
The Guardian - AU · Nov 24, 2023 Newcastle port blockade: paddling activists take part in one of the biggest climate protests in Australia’s history Rising Tide’s weekend occupation of shipping channel urges the government to raise fossil fuel taxes and stop new coal projects
Newcastle Herald · Nov 24, 2023 Rising Tide activists set up camp for Newcastle anti-coal protest Police have established a compound in Foreshore Park.
Newcastle Herald · Nov 20, 2023 Climate activists plan to create harbourside tent city The three day harbour blockade is expected to attract 1500 visitors.
Newcastle Herald · Apr 3, 2023 Scouts sink climate camp at Glenrock at last moment Rising Tide has vowed to proceed with a scheduled national climate conference despite the cancellation.
Newcastle Herald · Mar 24, 2023 'I'll be lucky to die of old age': These are the election issues for voters under 30 A child born in 2020 is facing a future of more extreme climate emergency than ever before; it's just one issue for young voters this election.
Newcastle Herald · Apr 24, 2022 Port protesters say major parties failing Hunter Protesters who took to Newcastle harbour on Sunday say neither major political party has credible policies to address climate change or help workers transition away from the coal industry.
Newcastle Herald · Apr 20, 2022 Hundreds will block the Port of Newcastle calling for climate action An estimated group of 500 people are set to block coal coming in and out of the Port of Newcastle for the 11th time on Sunday, in the "People's Blockade of the World's Biggest Coal Port".