Archived News for Green Sector Professionals
Former Greens leader Bob Brown has brought together a unified front against the Carmichael coal mine.
Waste watched on World Water Day
Today is a day to reflect and take stock of the most valuable commodity on Earth.
Cat bug cut off
Australian researchers say a parasite from cats may actually change a person’s brain.
Fossil fuel ruling looms
The energy industry has just a few weeks until the review of the petroleum resource rent tax (PRRT) is released.
Hydro plans dry on detail
The $2 billion expansion of the Snowy Mountains hydro scheme has been met with excitement and cynicism.
QLD leaders fly to fight for coal
Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has brought a gaggle of rural mayors to India to push for the Carmichael mine.
Reef management under review
The environment minister has ordered a review of governance of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority (GBRMPA).
Devil disease cleared
A six-year-long study has shown that immunotherapy can cure Tasmanian devils of deadly facial tumours.
Microbes help mine rehab
Adelaide researchers are working on a way to measure re-vegetation using microbes.
Multi-cell emergence pushed back
New findings roll back the date for when multicellular life emerged on Earth.
PFAS detected in dolphins
Experts say man-made contaminants pose serious threats to dolphins across southern Australia.
Santos' Pilliga plans advanced
Courts have quashed questions over the legality of Santos’ water treatment plant in the Pilliga forest.
TasWater boss issues cost warning
TasWater chair Miles Hampton says the State Government faces millions in additional interest costs if it accelerates its works plan.
Tiny bugs take flight in rain
Researchers have shown it is possible for bacteria in the soil to be spread by rain.
Growers fear anti-global push
Some key non-mining industries are concerned about the rise of protectionism.
SA surges to power fix
The South Australian government has unveiled a $550 million plan to tame the state’s power supplies and prices.
Fines rising for emissions cheat
Volkswagen has pleaded guilty to fraud, obstruction of justice and falsifying statements ...
Retailers revel in feed-in fees
Experts say the collapse of solar tariffs is giving suppliers a great deal.