Archived News for Green Sector Professionals - August, 2022
The NSW Government may let coastal councils decide how to use shark nets.
FMD task force formed
Victoria has formed an emergency animal disease task force in response to the threat of foot-and-mouth disease.
Greens back emissions bill
The Federal Government says the climate wars are “in retreat” with the likely passage of its new climate bill.
Harvesting change rejected
Despite new legislation, debate about ‘flood harvesting’ continues in the Murray-Darling basin valleys.
Mangrove deaths traced
Researchers say they have solved the mystery of the catastrophic death of 40 million mangrove trees around the Gulf of Carpentaria in 2016.
MDB target to be missed
A review has found that 450 GL of water meant for the environment of the Murray-Darling Basin will not be recovered by 2024.
NAB boss backs target
One of the biggest names in Australian finance says an emissions target will drive a green lending boom.
Sneaky flower scam revealed
Researchers have discovered new details of a wily and sexually deceptive orchid.
Water drives paper battery
International researchers have developed a water-activated disposable paper battery.
Waste bricks tested
Engineers say waste materials can be used to build bricks, saving money and resources over traditional methods.