KooyongVotes
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The earth is too hot, and Australians are suffering climate impacts right now. Help us elect climate champions with #VoteClimate campaigns like #KooyongVotes!
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West Australian coral reef report by @AIMS is out. The most resilient reefs in the northwest were also hit hard, the Rowley Shoals severely affected. Climate change is catching up with the last spots of hope. createsend.com/t/t-F6C4804E...
Western Australian Coral Bleaching Group Newsletter Season Summary
createsend.com
August 12, 2025 at 12:48 PM
West Australian coral reef report by @AIMS is out. The most resilient reefs in the northwest were also hit hard, the Rowley Shoals severely affected. Climate change is catching up with the last spots of hope. createsend.com/t/t-F6C4804E...
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We deserve to know what is coming for us.
"Intense" "scary"
Why keep approving new coal and gas @albomp.bsky.social ?
www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...
#auspol #acceleraterenewables #stronger2035target
"Intense" "scary"
Why keep approving new coal and gas @albomp.bsky.social ?
www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...
#auspol #acceleraterenewables #stronger2035target
Risks of climate crisis to Australia’s economy and environment are ‘intense and scary’, unreleased government report says
Sources say delayed risk assessment includes modelling of effects of climate crisis in ways that have been little discussed in political debate so far
www.theguardian.com
August 12, 2025 at 12:51 PM
We deserve to know what is coming for us.
"Intense" "scary"
Why keep approving new coal and gas @albomp.bsky.social ?
www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...
#auspol #acceleraterenewables #stronger2035target
"Intense" "scary"
Why keep approving new coal and gas @albomp.bsky.social ?
www.theguardian.com/australia-ne...
#auspol #acceleraterenewables #stronger2035target
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Australia’s New South Wales sets 16GW of renewables by 2030 target #energysky -- via pv-tech: www.pv-tech.org/aust...
Australia’s New South Wales sets 16GW of renewables by 2030 target
Australia’s New South Wales has increased its renewable energy targets to 16GW of new clean power generation by 2030.
www.pv-tech.org
August 12, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Australia’s New South Wales sets 16GW of renewables by 2030 target #energysky -- via pv-tech: www.pv-tech.org/aust...
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"The ICJ pointing the direction for the entire world and making clear that every nation is legally obliged to solve the climate crisis," says PIK director Johan Rockström in @rfi.fr. 1.5°C would now be recognised in international law as planetary limit.
www.rfi.fr/en/internati...
www.rfi.fr/en/internati...
World's top court paves way for climate reparations
The world's highest court Wednesday declared that states are obliged under international law to tackle climate change and warned that failing to do so could open the door to reparations.
www.rfi.fr
July 24, 2025 at 8:25 AM
"The ICJ pointing the direction for the entire world and making clear that every nation is legally obliged to solve the climate crisis," says PIK director Johan Rockström in @rfi.fr. 1.5°C would now be recognised in international law as planetary limit.
www.rfi.fr/en/internati...
www.rfi.fr/en/internati...
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"There’s a strong case for a 'renovation wave' of home energy upgrades across Australia", UTS researchers say.
August 9, 2025 at 7:52 AM
"There’s a strong case for a 'renovation wave' of home energy upgrades across Australia", UTS researchers say.
In Melbourne's east? Want some good company, and a chance to be inspired about climate resistance? Plus a cozy afternoon tea and poster painting against #Woodside #NWShelf?
Come to this tea party!
lighterfootprints.org/event/climat...
Come to this tea party!
lighterfootprints.org/event/climat...
August 12, 2025 at 1:10 PM
In Melbourne's east? Want some good company, and a chance to be inspired about climate resistance? Plus a cozy afternoon tea and poster painting against #Woodside #NWShelf?
Come to this tea party!
lighterfootprints.org/event/climat...
Come to this tea party!
lighterfootprints.org/event/climat...
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"Continents have lost so much water since 2002 that they have surpassed ice sheets as the biggest contributor to global sea level rise.
Almost 70% of this loss is due to unchecked groundwater extraction, which removes water from deep aquifers and eventually transfers it to the ocean […]
Almost 70% of this loss is due to unchecked groundwater extraction, which removes water from deep aquifers and eventually transfers it to the ocean […]
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mastodon.social
August 11, 2025 at 2:01 PM
"Continents have lost so much water since 2002 that they have surpassed ice sheets as the biggest contributor to global sea level rise.
Almost 70% of this loss is due to unchecked groundwater extraction, which removes water from deep aquifers and eventually transfers it to the ocean […]
Almost 70% of this loss is due to unchecked groundwater extraction, which removes water from deep aquifers and eventually transfers it to the ocean […]
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Do you like your climate activism with a cuppa on the side? Join us for a cosy film afternoon at the Kew Library on Sunday, August 31st!
August 12, 2025 at 1:09 AM
Do you like your climate activism with a cuppa on the side? Join us for a cosy film afternoon at the Kew Library on Sunday, August 31st!
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The Fingerboards Mine Was Rejected in 2021 — Let’s Keep It That Way!
💚 It’s time for Gippsland to come together once more to protect Country, water, farms, and communities.
✍️ Take action
www.geg.org.au/mineral-sand...
#GunaiKurnaiCountry #MineFreeGlenaladale #StopGCM #StopKalbar
💚 It’s time for Gippsland to come together once more to protect Country, water, farms, and communities.
✍️ Take action
www.geg.org.au/mineral-sand...
#GunaiKurnaiCountry #MineFreeGlenaladale #StopGCM #StopKalbar
August 12, 2025 at 2:49 AM
The Fingerboards Mine Was Rejected in 2021 — Let’s Keep It That Way!
💚 It’s time for Gippsland to come together once more to protect Country, water, farms, and communities.
✍️ Take action
www.geg.org.au/mineral-sand...
#GunaiKurnaiCountry #MineFreeGlenaladale #StopGCM #StopKalbar
💚 It’s time for Gippsland to come together once more to protect Country, water, farms, and communities.
✍️ Take action
www.geg.org.au/mineral-sand...
#GunaiKurnaiCountry #MineFreeGlenaladale #StopGCM #StopKalbar
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#Ninhaloo #ClimateCrisis
This is what dangerous climate change looks like‼️
STOP SUBSIDISING & BURNING FOSSIL FUELS ASAP‼️
STOP APPROVING NEW FOSSIL FUEL PROJECTS, AUS‼️
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-08...
This is what dangerous climate change looks like‼️
STOP SUBSIDISING & BURNING FOSSIL FUELS ASAP‼️
STOP APPROVING NEW FOSSIL FUEL PROJECTS, AUS‼️
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-08...
'Hope spot' to 'skeletons': Ningaloo's 'catastrophic' event
In Western Australia, the damage to coral reefs including the World Heritage-listed Ningaloo has eclipsed any previous bleaching events.
www.abc.net.au
August 12, 2025 at 9:35 AM
#Ninhaloo #ClimateCrisis
This is what dangerous climate change looks like‼️
STOP SUBSIDISING & BURNING FOSSIL FUELS ASAP‼️
STOP APPROVING NEW FOSSIL FUEL PROJECTS, AUS‼️
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-08...
This is what dangerous climate change looks like‼️
STOP SUBSIDISING & BURNING FOSSIL FUELS ASAP‼️
STOP APPROVING NEW FOSSIL FUEL PROJECTS, AUS‼️
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-08...
We have to build community power against the fossil fuelled attempts to undermine our democracy which haven't abated post the election (nuclear was just a symptom after all) #climateaction #auspol #goelectric
Now Andrew is using his platform to be another loud voice against Net Zero.
Andrew Hastie
The champions we need for the coming fight
Parliament was back for the first time since the election this week and the stark reality was exposed.
July 28, 2025
www.advanceaustralia.org.au/the_champion...
Andrew Hastie
The champions we need for the coming fight
Parliament was back for the first time since the election this week and the stark reality was exposed.
July 28, 2025
www.advanceaustralia.org.au/the_champion...
The champions we need for the coming fight
Those of us who care about Australia’s freedom, prosperity, and security will have to be steadfast and defend what we hold dear.
And we’ll need some champions along the way who are willing to stand u...
www.advanceaustralia.org.au
August 10, 2025 at 2:40 PM
We have to build community power against the fossil fuelled attempts to undermine our democracy which haven't abated post the election (nuclear was just a symptom after all) #climateaction #auspol #goelectric
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"Our analysis shows how, with decisive and increased action across all sectors of the economy, Australia’s emissions could reach 85% below 2005 levels by 2035, while still meeting energy demand.
As United Nations climate chief Simon Stiell said last week, an ambitious 2035 target would maintain […]
As United Nations climate chief Simon Stiell said last week, an ambitious 2035 target would maintain […]
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mastodon.social
August 10, 2025 at 2:00 PM
"Our analysis shows how, with decisive and increased action across all sectors of the economy, Australia’s emissions could reach 85% below 2005 levels by 2035, while still meeting energy demand.
As United Nations climate chief Simon Stiell said last week, an ambitious 2035 target would maintain […]
As United Nations climate chief Simon Stiell said last week, an ambitious 2035 target would maintain […]
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Have you wondered about getting a battery for your home? With a new 30% subsidy available, you're not alone!
Our last information evening booked out, so we're running another! Join us in Balwyn on August 20th - hear from experts and ask them all your tricky questions!
Our last information evening booked out, so we're running another! Join us in Balwyn on August 20th - hear from experts and ask them all your tricky questions!
August 6, 2025 at 10:23 AM
Have you wondered about getting a battery for your home? With a new 30% subsidy available, you're not alone!
Our last information evening booked out, so we're running another! Join us in Balwyn on August 20th - hear from experts and ask them all your tricky questions!
Our last information evening booked out, so we're running another! Join us in Balwyn on August 20th - hear from experts and ask them all your tricky questions!
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Take action now ➡️ www.marketforces.org.au/macquarie-receives-shareholder-revolt-on-climate-at-2025-agm/
Macquarie receives shareholder revolt on climate at 2025 AGM - Market Forces
2025 AGM result: 35.2% in favour of climate resolution Take action! Tell Macquarie’s CEO and Chair to listen to shareholders and stop funding dangerous fossil fuel expansion! Shareholder resolution – ...
www.marketforces.org.au
August 1, 2025 at 1:58 AM
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#Macquarie claims to support #climate action, yet it keeps funding gas fracking companies without actually checking how much they're going to emit... Make it make sense, Macquarie. 🙃
Take action now ➡️ www.marketforces.org.au/macquarie-re...
Take action now ➡️ www.marketforces.org.au/macquarie-re...
August 6, 2025 at 12:53 AM
#Macquarie claims to support #climate action, yet it keeps funding gas fracking companies without actually checking how much they're going to emit... Make it make sense, Macquarie. 🙃
Take action now ➡️ www.marketforces.org.au/macquarie-re...
Take action now ➡️ www.marketforces.org.au/macquarie-re...
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"This is not a fringe issue. It is a reflection of who we are and what we value. Public land should serve the public. And we should serve it in return – by protecting it now, and for future generations."
#greatforestnationalpark NOW!
www.thesaturdaypaper.com.au/news/environ...
#greatforestnationalpark NOW!
www.thesaturdaypaper.com.au/news/environ...
August 6, 2025 at 4:46 AM
"This is not a fringe issue. It is a reflection of who we are and what we value. Public land should serve the public. And we should serve it in return – by protecting it now, and for future generations."
#greatforestnationalpark NOW!
www.thesaturdaypaper.com.au/news/environ...
#greatforestnationalpark NOW!
www.thesaturdaypaper.com.au/news/environ...
This is obscene. FFMV does not care.
This is a snapshot of an area in the Boola Boola State Forest on #gunaikurnaicountry that FFMV has on the list to burn in 2025. An area of damp, wet forest along a creek with abundant biodiversity. How is this even allowed?
August 10, 2025 at 2:09 PM
This is obscene. FFMV does not care.
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WoodCIDE spilled 16,000 litres of oil into the Indian Ocean north of Ningaloo in May 2025 & today, news of #NingalooReef's mass coral bleaching & mortality
It's extraordinary that @wamuseum.bsky.social has extended it's partnership with WoodCIDE for a further 5 years & is hosting Woodside Open Day
It's extraordinary that @wamuseum.bsky.social has extended it's partnership with WoodCIDE for a further 5 years & is hosting Woodside Open Day
#NingalooReef "annual surveys of the northern section of the reef in May found up to 90 per cent of coral had been bleached down to 20 metres depth", the "lowest cover of live coral" observed since 2007
"up to 50 per cent of the examined coral was dead in May" but "more would be dead now"
"up to 50 per cent of the examined coral was dead in May" but "more would be dead now"
‘You realise your children are probably never going to see Ningaloo the way you saw it’
The west-coast reef has largely escaped the curse of coral bleaching that has blighted the Great Barrier Reef. This year, that’s changed.
www.smh.com.au
August 8, 2025 at 9:11 AM
WoodCIDE spilled 16,000 litres of oil into the Indian Ocean north of Ningaloo in May 2025 & today, news of #NingalooReef's mass coral bleaching & mortality
It's extraordinary that @wamuseum.bsky.social has extended it's partnership with WoodCIDE for a further 5 years & is hosting Woodside Open Day
It's extraordinary that @wamuseum.bsky.social has extended it's partnership with WoodCIDE for a further 5 years & is hosting Woodside Open Day
The last home battery event was packed out and RSVPs closed over a week before - so worth getting in quick for really great advice if you are in Melbourne's inner east!
RSVP: lighterfootprints.org/event/home-b...
RSVP: lighterfootprints.org/event/home-b...
August 10, 2025 at 2:04 PM
The last home battery event was packed out and RSVPs closed over a week before - so worth getting in quick for really great advice if you are in Melbourne's inner east!
RSVP: lighterfootprints.org/event/home-b...
RSVP: lighterfootprints.org/event/home-b...
Check out this article for great advice about overcoming the barriers to lower energy bills by going electric!
theconversation.com/these-5-road...
theconversation.com/these-5-road...
"There’s a strong case for a 'renovation wave' of home energy upgrades across Australia", UTS researchers say.
August 10, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Check out this article for great advice about overcoming the barriers to lower energy bills by going electric!
theconversation.com/these-5-road...
theconversation.com/these-5-road...
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Incredible #climate news overnight! The International Court of Justice has said that polluting countries like Australia may be in breach of international law if they do not protect the planet from the existential threat posed by climate change.
amp.cnn.com/cnn/2025/07/...
amp.cnn.com/cnn/2025/07/...
World’s top court says top polluters may need to pay reparations for climate harm | CNN
It marks the first time the International Court of Justice, the UN’s top court based in the Hague, has considered the climate crisis.
amp.cnn.com
July 23, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Incredible #climate news overnight! The International Court of Justice has said that polluting countries like Australia may be in breach of international law if they do not protect the planet from the existential threat posed by climate change.
amp.cnn.com/cnn/2025/07/...
amp.cnn.com/cnn/2025/07/...
No good #Maquarie. Stop funding climate destruction, stop hurting our kids!
Over 10,000 Australians are calling on #Macquarie to stop funding what could be the biggest fracking development in the country, the Beetaloo Basin.
Macquarie's AGM is on today, so we've got a full page in the Financial Review.
RT and sign the letter! ✍️ marketforces.org.au/beetaloo #climate
Macquarie's AGM is on today, so we've got a full page in the Financial Review.
RT and sign the letter! ✍️ marketforces.org.au/beetaloo #climate
July 24, 2025 at 3:14 AM
No good #Maquarie. Stop funding climate destruction, stop hurting our kids!
Move your money away from the big banks to an ethical bank or fund. Check out Market Forces guide here! www.marketforces.org.au/wp-content/u...
July 24, 2025 at 3:12 AM
Move your money away from the big banks to an ethical bank or fund. Check out Market Forces guide here! www.marketforces.org.au/wp-content/u...
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Happening now in #Sydney! Macquarie under fire for violating its own #climate commitments and providing millions in finance for gas fracking in the Beetaloo Basin, as the bank's annual general meeting kicks off this morning in Sydney.
Macquarie, don't frack the outback. 🔥🦘 #Fracquarie
Macquarie, don't frack the outback. 🔥🦘 #Fracquarie
July 24, 2025 at 1:41 AM
Happening now in #Sydney! Macquarie under fire for violating its own #climate commitments and providing millions in finance for gas fracking in the Beetaloo Basin, as the bank's annual general meeting kicks off this morning in Sydney.
Macquarie, don't frack the outback. 🔥🦘 #Fracquarie
Macquarie, don't frack the outback. 🔥🦘 #Fracquarie
We do not need more polluting gas.. we need clean water and a fast shift to clean energy. #NoNewGas
#Sydney: Protests outside #Macquarie AGM this morning, with the bank facing heat over the $ millions it's provided in finance for gas fracking in the Beetaloo Basin. #climate #peoplepower
July 24, 2025 at 3:05 AM
We do not need more polluting gas.. we need clean water and a fast shift to clean energy. #NoNewGas