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24.01.2022 Have you been wondering how the COVID-19 restrictions have affected emissions and whether the benefits are lasting? This article and its links provide some answers.

23.01.2022 Another simple step you can take from home to make a big impact on your emissions and support renewable energy production

22.01.2022 https://iview.abc.net.au//fight-for-planet-a-our-climate-c

22.01.2022 Another great example of a way to boost the economy, jobs and take climate action! Win-win-win https://onestepoffthegrid.com.au/queensland-fast-tracks-s/

21.01.2022 We are making progress! Time, however, is of the essence. We need to keep reminding, and impressing upon, those making decisions of the speed and magnitude of changes that are required. We need to keep speaking up for Climate Action! https://www.theguardian.com//finally-there-is-real-movemen

19.01.2022 If you missed the epic 4 hour #BuildABetterFuture on Friday, Good news! You can catch the video here: https://www.facebook.com/StrikeClimate/live_videos/ Here's a copy of the program too if you want to jump to your favourites:... https://www.facebook.com//a.334529747376/733529257476122/ A great event, well done School Strike 4 Climate

19.01.2022 Now, more so than ever, our politicians are faced with some big decisions about our future. We have an incredible opportunity to choose which way to shape our economy and society with new investment and it is crucial that our politicians know that we need to prioritise action on climate change, NOW! If you can find a few minutes for a quick email or even a phone call, you can contact your local representatives for the Margaret River area at a State and Federal level respectiv...ely here: - Terry Redman 9848 3171 [email protected]; and - Nola Marino 9721 3788 https://nolamarino.com.au/contact/. Go on, give it a go!

18.01.2022 "Through healing the land, we heal ourselves". It is inspiring to see the progress so far of this wonderful project "We all have a role to play when it comes to reconciliation, and in playing our part we collectively build relationships and communities that value Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, histories, cultures, and futures. - Reconciliation Australia

17.01.2022 A fantastic webinar for anyone wanting to transition on-farm practices to become more regenerative and improve soil health

16.01.2022 Regional communities are empowering themselves as part of an 'energy democracy movement' https://www.weatherzone.com.au//renewable-energy-pa/531476

15.01.2022 Are you looking for ways to stay active on climate change at the moment, and would like some tips on persuasive letter writing, or to join a campaign group? An outcome of our lively workshop in late February on Lobbying State and Federal Government for Change was the formation of a letter campaign group. If you couldn’t make the workshop but would like the speakers’ very helpful notes on the dos and don’ts of how to write a good letter-to-the-Ed, or would like to find out more about the group please email [email protected].

13.01.2022 Another simple but powerful action you can take from home is to DIVEST and make sure your bank or Super Fund isn't using your money to fund dirty fossil fuel projects. You can check what your bank is doing and who are the cleaner alternatives in this table . There are also some helpful tips on how to make the switch. https://www.marketforces.org.au/info/compare-bank-table/ As for your Super, the link below is a handy tool to see what options are available that meet your ethical concerns is Responsible Returns (link ) and allows you to search for financial products that address your sustainability concerns, whether they be about fossil fuels, labour standards or animal rights. http://responsiblereturns.com.au/about-responsible-returns

11.01.2022 Go Tassie https://reneweconomy.com.au/tasmania-unveils-action-plan-t/

11.01.2022 Wow. In just a few months, the solar panels installed on the Library and Aquarena of the City of Geralton have already offset over 90 tonnes of CO2 and fed more than $31,000 worth of electricity back into the grid

10.01.2022 Protecting our beautiful old growth forest ecosystems is also protecting a valuable carbon sink You can help protect these forests too, by writing, emailing or calling these ministers and letting them know these areas need protecting. You can also sign this petition link:... https://waforestalliance.good.do/dalgarup/ Honourable Dave Kelly MLA Minister for Forestry Telephone: (08) 6552-6100 e-Mail: [email protected] Honourable Stephen Dawson MLC Minister for Environment Telephone: (08) 6552-5800 e-Mail: [email protected]

07.01.2022 Invitation to join in this webinar on Friday - Transition MR will be represented on the panel. Friday 23rd of October 2020 4:00 pm (AEST) Note 1-2 pm WA time! https://transitionaustralia.net//transition-australia-loc/

06.01.2022 Like the sound of a community battery to store your excess renewable energy? Western Power is trialing two around Perth at the moment. Sounds interesting Read more here: https://westernpower.com.au//community-batteries-mutual-/ https://westernpower.com.au//grid-/battery-energy-storage/

04.01.2022 More evidence that renewable energy is good for jobs "--the CSIRO, the Australian Energy Market Operator, the Australian Industry Group and several premiers and energy ministers are all saying: renewable sources of energy are already cheaper than gas or coal generation, and wind and solar could provide up to 75% of Australia’s electricity by 2025. The technologies could also drive employment in a post-COVID renewables-led recovery, enabling Australia to rebuild stronger and cleaner."

03.01.2022 Don't miss the news and events in Transition's August Newsletter - Newsletter 100 is a bumper issue! Includes latest news from Climate Action and info on sea level rise. https://transitiontmr.wordpress.com//transition-margaret-/

03.01.2022 Young Queenslanders are stepping up and taking on big coal For the first time, an Australian coal mine is being challenged on human rights and climate grounds Youth Verdict, local landholders and their supporters are joining to fight to protect Bimblebox Nature Refuge & future generations. ... In the words of their lawyers, the Environmental Defenders Office "It's a case about valuing nature, deciding the world we want to live in and the world we want to leave our children." Hear more about Youth Verdict here . See the links below too if you want to make a contribution. If you want to learn more, see also 7.30 report's coverage here https://www.abc.net.au//youth-activists-claim-cl/12245602