All articles by Greenpeace Australia Pacific
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Millions of eyes are on the Reef
The Great Barrier Reef is priceless for so many reasons. It’s millions of years old, it’s the world’s largest reef ecosystem, and it’s home to more plants and animals than any other ecosystem. What is not to love about The Great Barrier Reef? But if people from all around the world don’t come together,…
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A glimpse into coal’s future
When Tony Abbott said coal was good for humanity, I’m sure he didn’t expect to be attending its funeral in a few years time. But he will. And that is because coal is dying. And plummeting through the floor at rapid rates causing prices to drop and coal mines to close. Our generation is becoming…
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Greenpeace calls for Inquiry into fossil fuel lobbying and Federal Government
Greenpeace has today launched a call for an independent Inquiry into the relationship between the fossil fuel industry, its lobbyists and political parties in order to uncover the source of recent government decisions, including the Inquiry into the Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status of environmental NGOs. David Ritter, CEO of Greenpeace said it is clear…
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School’s out, Results IN!
The semester is over. Exams have been taken, assignments handed in, and news just in, results are OUT. We are afraid to say, Mr. Abbott plummeted into the fail pile when he was asked to write a long term plan to Save the Great Barrier Reef. Our advice to him: Study harder next time! This is unsatisfactory!
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These intricate illustrations will inspire you to stand up for the planet
The world is a beautiful place. Our forests, oceans, land and climate together form an irreplaceable sanctuary for life on Earth. But right now, one species is taking much more from the planet than it’s giving back. Humans are working through the world’s resources at an unsustainable pace, with a devastating impact on the natural habitats…
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Just a drop in the Ocean
For a healthy planet, we need healthy oceans. This giant body of water that connects people from all over the Earth is the heart of our planet and home to millions of creatures – including some that humankind does not even know about. Salt water covers 72 percent of the earth’s total surface and provides…
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A spectacular event you won’t want to miss
For one special night, the Eastern Shard at Federation Square in Melbourne will be transformed into a glittering canvas of light and live performance, revealing the majesty – and dark underbelly – of life on the Great Barrier Reef. Aerial performers will use art to express their resistance to the industrialisation of the Reef. Flying…
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This is the impact of our daily life on the planet
Every day, we all make choices that impact our local area, country, and the world at large. It can be hard to make the link between your favourite chocolate treat and deforestation in Indonesia – but when you zoom out a little, the impact of all our choices become clear. It doesn’t have to be like this.…