Archived News for Green Sector Professionals
The NSW planning commission has rejected the proposed expansion of a coal mine beneath Sydney's drinking water catchment.
'Roo boost questioned
The Victorian Government has been accused of “massively over inflating” kangaroo numbers to support a larger cull.
Pork probe looks at fire fund
A NSW pork barrelling inquiry is investigating a secretive $177 million bushfire fund.
Slim boost from big cover
A $2.7 million shade structure in Darwin’s CBD has been found to have reduced temperatures by less than 1℃.
Ley changing green goals
Environment Minister Sussan Ley has been accused of avoiding the findings of the Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act (EPBC) review.
New action on Defence PFAS
The Department of Defence is facing a legal challenge from an Aboriginal community over PFAS contamination.
PM edges toward net zero
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has taken a tiny step towards a target of net zero emissions by 2050.
Tiniest reptile discovered
Researchers have discovered the world's smallest male reptile, sporting some proportionately huge genitals.
Kean laments lack of settings
The NSW Government says uncertainty is holding back grid-scale battery projects.
Pollution could cause eye issues
Air pollution has been linked to an increased risk of vision issues.
SA scores double win
South Australia has achieved a double victory - running on 100 per cent renewable energy while boasting the cheapest ...
Big cable plan moving
Progress has been made on a planned $22 billion cable from the NT to Singapore.
Tree boost to cool Perth
The WA Government is funding efforts to cool suburbs by increasing tree cover.
City helped by Swedish link
The Victorian city of Warrnambool has linked with a Swedish counterpart to work on a solar-to-hydrogen technology exchange.
Hughenden seeks new supplies
The remote Queensland town of Hughenden has launched two schemes to better utilise the region's water.
State rejects dam "crumbs"
A Brazilian state government has rejected a settlement offer by mining company Vale SA over a deadly dam disaster.