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Australian Senator Pete Whish-Wilson Campaigns to Save Maugean Skate

Hobart, Australia – Senator Pete Whish-Wilson of the Australian Greens has issued a strong call to action, urging the federal government to take immediate steps to protect the critically endangered Maugean skate. In a recent social media post,...

With Green Party Support, Pressure Builds to Free Captain Paul Watson

International pressure is mounting for the release of Captain Paul Watson, the renowned environmental activist and founder of the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, who has been detained in Greenland since July 21, 2024. Watson, celebrated for his...

Greens support Victorian medical bodies pushing for supervised injection room to open in Melbourne CBD

The Victorian Greens have thrown their support behind an open letter released today calling for the creation of a medically supervised injection room (MSIR) in Melbourne's CBD. In the open letter, co-signed by several...

The Victoria Greens have introduced their Racial and Religious Tolerance Amendment Bill to Parliament

The Victorian Greens introduced their Racial and Religious Tolerance (Anti-Vilification) Amendment Bill 2023 to the Lower House of Parliament on Tuesday May 16.The Greens, however, accused the Victorian Labor government of trying to stifle debate on anti-vilification...

In Australia, Greens oppose Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility Bill

Ensuring the Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility (NAIF) cannot be used for coal and gas projects is what the Green Party is calling on the government to do, especially as...

Victoria Greens strengthen code of conduct to prevent transphobia among members

The Australian Greens Victoria, commonly known as the Victorian Greens, have just strengthened their code of conduct to ensure the protection of all their members and other individuals against any form of discrimination or social injustice.The Victoria...

Climate Choices Business Awards recognized Canberra’s more sustainable business

The Australian Capital Territory (ACT) - containing Australia’s capital, Canberra, and surrounding townships - has been awarding businesses for their sustainable choices for over 10 years. This time, charities, hotels, businesses, and embassies were among the winners...

Australian Green Party Fighting for Refugee Rights

The Greens of Western Australia have concluded that there is a refugee demonization issue in the country. Both the population and the government have difficulty accepting refugees. The Green Party believes colonialism and capitalism are the root...

“Our Bodies, Our Choice”, says Australian Greens

The U.S. Supreme Court will overturn the outcome of the 1970s case Roe v. Wade, where it was decided that the US Constitution guarantees the right to abortion. Following the US Supreme Court's decision, abortion rights will...

Australia Greens Jump in Popularity

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Australia Greens: Billionaire Tax to Cover Dental for All Under Medicare

New policy would cover dental for all.

Australia Victorian Greens: The Struggle for Housing Reform

Victorian Greens frustrated over lack of community consultation. Unaffordable housing and homelessness are worsening in Victoria, Australia.

Australian Greens Victoria: Indefinite Detention Must End Now

From age 16-25, Mehdi Ali was held in detention in Australia. He has finally received refugee status in the United States.

Australia to Close Largest Coal Plant – What About the Workers?

Eraring Power Station [Photo: The Guardian]

Victorian Greens Speak Out Against State Government’s New Logging Deal

In Australia, the Victorian Greens have released a strongly worded statement expressing their discontent with Victoria Premier Daniel Andrews’ controversial decision to renew logging contracts with 'VicForests'; the state owned logging business for...

Victorian Greens Welcome Funding for Public Maternal Services

Victorian Government is responding to the maternity care crisis On July 9th 2021, Health Minister, Martin Foley announced 13 million dollars in funding for a 175 additional staff across Victoria, Australia to augment the...

Australian Greens Support Direct Action to Stop Bulldozing of Temperate Rainforest

Senator Whish-Wilson expressed his support for those protesting in Tarkine, Tasmania last week, July 8th 2021. Protesters are trying to protect the rainforests in which foreign mining company, MMG, has been building new infrastructure. 

Australian Greens call for National Compensation for Stolen Generations Survivors

Ahead of National Sorry Day, the Australian Greens called on the Federal Government to adopt a national compensation package for survivors of the Stolen Generations. What is National Sorry Day?

Victorian Greens Dissatisfied with Government’s Emission Targets

The Victorian Labor Government recently announced their emissions reduction targets. Yet the Australian Greens of Victoria are dissatisfied with this long-awaited climate target.  Victoria's reduction targets On may 1st,...

Australian Greens Call for Government Tax Plan to be Reevaluated

The Greens have said the Labor Government must scrap its proposed tax on people who drive electric vehicles if it truly wants to make a difference to eclectic vehicle uptake.In the 2018 Federal Budget, the Coalition government...

Victorian Greens Positively Receive the State’s New Legislation to Ban Single-Use Plastic by 2023

On February 27 2021, Australia's Environment Minister Lily D'Ambrosio announced Victoria's plans to ban certain types of single-use plastic by February 2023. This new legislation plans to ban specific genres of single-use plastic such as cutlery, straws,...

Australia’s Greens Propose Amendments to Industrial Relations Bill

In the last week of the Australian parliament sitting this year, the Attorney-General and Industrial Relations Minister, Charles Christian Porter is going to introduce the remaining sections of industrial relations omnibus bill.  Earlier this...

Australia’s Greens Fight for Climate Emergency Recognition

On the 2nd of December 2020, Australian Green Party leader Adam Bandt urged the parliament to declare a climate emergency which would help the government recognize the desperate calls for climate action. While presenting the motion, he...

How The City of Yarra Has Made Australian History In Recent Council Elections

Amid Victoria's stage-four lockdown, Victorian council elections took place, and the city of Yarra has now seen a candidate make history, as well as a majority vote for the Greens for the first time in Australian history. 

Australia’s Greens on the Technology Investment Roadmap

As a signatory of the Paris Agreement and one of the largest carbon emitters in the world, Australia is under a lot of pressure to reach the goal of net zero emissions by 2050. Will the Morrison...

Amy MacMahon on her win in South Brisbane

Recently, Amy MacMahon won the election in her riding, gaining another Green seat in the Australian Government. I had the opportunity to send her some questions to see how she feels about this win.

Australian’s Politics Turning Green

Recently, the Assembly announced that three green ministers will be joining the Legislative. The 25 seats Australian Capital Territory (ACT) assembly includes six Greens, along with ten Labors and nine Liberals. Green Leader Shane...

Amy MacMahon defeats Jackie Tradd in South Brisbane

Over a week ago, Amy MacMahon won the election in South Brisbane, defeating Jackie Tradd from the Labor National Party of Queensland (LNP). The Labor party has held the riding since 1977 until now.

Australia: Victorian Greens ready major campaign for council elections

Exciting news from the Victorian Greens ahead of council elections slated to be held on October 24th. From their website: The Victorian Greens have welcomed reports that this year’s local government election will be...
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