Tasmania is one step closer to joining other jurisdictions by introducing a container refund program.
Category: Environment
Data key to improving water quality in remote communities
Water quality issues are long-term, persistent and, in some cases, getting worse.
Ruddock bows out of public office
Former Coalition cabinet minister Philip Ruddock has been mayor of Hornsby Shire in NSW since 2017.
NSW Gov seeks input on plastic waste
If legislated, the proposals will bring the state into line with other jurisdictions.
NSW council trials new solution for blue-green algae
The treatment will also enhance the overall health of the lake’s ecosystem.
Bioplastic hub opens in Perth
An $8-million bioplastics facility has opened in Western Australia.
Sunshine Coast shelves e-scooter scheme
Sunshine Coast is the latest council to park its e-scooter trial.
Committee established to probe ‘forever chemicals’ in environment, consumer goods
A parliamentary select committee will inquire into the health and environmental impacts of PFAS chemicals.
Queenslanders want more renewables: survey
Most Queenslanders believe the state needs to quickly bring more renewable energy online, according to a poll.
Green light for world’s largest solar precinct in NT
The federal government has approved what will be the world’s largest solar precinct in the Northern Territory.