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An oil refinery in Geelong caught fire last week, with Fire Rescue Victoria working for 13 hours to bring the blaze under control. Operator Viva Energy says the cause remains under investigation, and the facility could be out of production for weeks – raising fresh concerns about Australia’s energy supply. Image: Image: Pixabay/ Rudy and …
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Australian community climate organisations and activists have called on the Federal Government to introduce a 25% tax on gas exports ahead of the May budget, as major gas corporations make soaring profits amid the current energy crisis. They propose revenue from the tax to be directed to cost of living relief, frontline communities of climate-fuelled …
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Australia might soon become the latest country to ratify the High Seas Treaty. International waters make up two-thirds of the world’s oceans but these areas have been heavily exploited with almost no protection. This treaty could begin to change that. The agreement enables the creation of marine protected areas in international waters. Additionally, thorough environmental …
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Turkiye will be the official host country for the COP31 climate summit following a highly contested bidding process against Australia and the Pacific Island nations. Australia and the Pacific region will still play important roles for COP31 following a new unique compromise with Turkiye. But without Australia and the Pacific in the drivers’ seat, what …
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Insects are crucial to the health of our planet. They perform essential duties, including pollinating plants, decomposing organic matter, and serving as food providers for various animals. However, due to Climate El-Nino weather events, there has been a significant decline in insect populations, especially among tropical insects and butterflies, according to new research Image: Image: …
A new Productivity Commission report says tackling climate change is now crucial to Australia’s long-term economic prosperity. The report warns climate damage is already hindering productivity, with repeated floods, marine heatwaves and extreme weather affecting farming, tourism and small businesses. With renewables now supplying 43% of Australia’s electricity, speeding up the shift to clean energy …
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