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The Rainbow Warrior heads to Vanuatu
Since Cyclone Pam devastated Vanuatu and the Pacific in March, 75,000 people have been left in dire need of emergency shelter and other goods to restore their lives and homes. There are ongoing tireless efforts from many different organisations, through the National Disaster Management Office, which have been working hard to provide relief to Vanuatu and…
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Overfishing affects me too
With more than 10% of the world’s population depending on fisheries for their livelihood, it’s fair to say that fishing helps make the world go round.
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Inspired by History
It was 29 years ago today that the Rainbow Warrior came to rest at the bottom of the port of Auckland after her bombing by French secret service agents. She took Fernando with her. We will always remember both. I was not there, but I remember the shock. It was the day when Greenpeace realized…
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Putting the “bi” back in biodiversity: Greenpeace’s first Mardi Gras appearance
This year, Greenpeace celebrated peace and love in all its forms by entering its first ever float into the Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras parade. © Jane Castle/Greenpeace Normally I’d find it hard to wake up early on a cold rainy Sydney Saturday.…
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How community power is ending the age of coal in Turkey
There is no better start to a day than waking up to good news. Especially, at a time when your hope is weakened by a near war in your neighbouring country, and by your government trying to allow your forests, national parks and protected areas to be opened up for infrastructure projects. You wake up…