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"Never been more important" in a changing climate: Beachwatch funded for another 2 years

"Never been more important" in a changing climate: Beachwatch funded for another 2 years

Following a lengthy consultation period, the NSW Government has decided to continue funding the water quality monitoring program for another two years. Some groups are concerned about whether, in a country already feeling the effects of climate change, this is enough.

Huw Bradshaw
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Sydney coastline “dodged a bullet” with bombogenesis, threat of coastal erosion still looms

Sydney coastline “dodged a bullet” with bombogenesis, threat of coastal erosion still looms

The Lorikeet spoke to a leading expert in coastal erosion about what this extreme weather event can teach us about how to prepare our coasts for the future.

Huw Bradshaw
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This critically endangered species sits at the heart of the proposed Mona Vale Road Upgrade

This critically endangered species sits at the heart of the proposed Mona Vale Road Upgrade

While commuters may rejoice at the expansion of the often congested road, the path forward for the Grevillea caleyi — native to the area of Terrey Hills and Ingleside — remains uncertain.

Huw Bradshaw
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Willoughby Council wants you to ditch this plant

Willoughby Council wants you to ditch this plant

Willoughby Council has called for local residents and organisations to avoid use of Spanish Moss, or Old Man’s Beard, warning of the harm the weed can cause native flora.

Huw Bradshaw
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Noticed more Bush Turkeys around? Here’s why.

Noticed more Bush Turkeys around? Here’s why.

We chatted with ecologist and researcher Ann Göth to answer the question: where are all these bush turkeys coming from?

Huw Bradshaw
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“Removing this exemption will hurt Australian workers”: Talking to the experts about Dutton’s cuts to EV incentives

“Removing this exemption will hurt Australian workers”: Talking to the experts about Dutton’s cuts to EV incentives

Data sourced from the Road and Maritimes Services indicates that Ku-ring-gai, Willoughby, and Lane Cove have some of the highest percentages of electric vehicles.

Huw Bradshaw
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Castle Cove tree vandals could be liable for up to $4.6 million if this NSW government proposal gets the green light

Castle Cove tree vandals could be liable for up to $4.6 million if this NSW government proposal gets the green light

The NSW state government wants to make it harder for tree vandals to get away with their crimes.

Melissa Mantle
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"They haven't fully understood": Research finds there's not enough water to run Coalition's nuclear plan

"They haven't fully understood": Research finds there's not enough water to run Coalition's nuclear plan

New research from a former Chief Executive of the Australian Centre of International Agricultural Research claims the Coalition's nuclear energy plan just doesn't add up.

Archie Milligan
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“Similar to passive smoking”: Doctors and scientists urge Willoughby Council to ban gas in new homes

“Similar to passive smoking”: Doctors and scientists urge Willoughby Council to ban gas in new homes

Public health groups say prevention is better than cure when it comes to toxicity of indoor gas use.

Melissa Mantle
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"We're just getting started": Sydney’s coastal community rallies underwater for marine conservation

"We're just getting started": Sydney’s coastal community rallies underwater for marine conservation

Nationwide community group Divers for Climate host peaceful protest event to call for climate action

Melissa Mantle
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Who will lead Bradfield? Candidates pitch climate policies to voters

Who will lead Bradfield? Candidates pitch climate policies to voters

At a community forum in St Ives on Tuesday night, Labor, Greens, and Independent Bradfield candidates answered questions on climate, the economy, energy, and cost of living.

Christine Lai
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Stop thinking “it won’t happen to me”: Firefighter veteran’s warning for North Shore residents

Stop thinking “it won’t happen to me”: Firefighter veteran’s warning for North Shore residents

Worsening weather conditions and a lack of hazard reduction burning have heightened the fire threat in the region, former Fire and Rescue Commissioner says

Melissa Mantle