Archived News for Green Sector Professionals - May, 2018
The Federal Government has been criticised for awarding $444 million in funding to a small Great Barrier Reef group with big mining links.
Senate reports on climate threat
A Senate inquiry has dubbed climate change a “current and existential national security risk” to Australia.
Victoria expands exploration
Victoria has released new oil and gas reserves for exploration off the west coast.
Canavan plugs Bight plans
The resources minister says energy supply issues could lead to drilling for oil in the Great Australian Bight.
Sand mine green-lit in PFAS region
A NSW department has given the green light to a controversial sand mine inside a PFAS contamination risk zone.
Sea snail memories swapped
Scientists have taken memories from one sea snail and injected them into another.
Concern over CCS plan
Some residents have rejected a key part of a Victorian Government energy plan.
Origin to expand NSW hydro
Origin Energy says it will double the capacity of the Shoalhaven hydro electricity scheme.
Water review covers Korean plans
A leaked government review has stirred concerns about plans for a series of coal mines in NSW.
Big fine levelled at Linc
Gas company Linc Energy has been fined a record $4.5 million for causing serious environmental harm.
Commission avoids crossover
South Australia's royal commission into Murray-Darling matters will not double up on investigations.
Panel denies PFAS risks
An expert panel has found there is limited or no evidence to link exposure to PFAS chemicals with human disease.
Reef and rangers backed
This week’s federal Budget locks in $535.8 million to help the Reef, and extra funding for Indigenous rangers.
Carp study sounds warning
Experts say mass carp culling could have a major impact on native flora and fauna.