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25.01.2022 Everyone deserves to have access to public transport. Join Act on Climate Vics panel this Thursday night to hear about the intersections between climate change, transport, accessibility, jobs and community action! RSVP here for the zoom link >>> https://www.actonclimate.org.au/pcs_forum_transport

25.01.2022 Everyone deserves to have access to public transport. Join Act on Climate Vic's panel this Thursday night to hear about the intersections between climate change, transport, accessibility, jobs and community action! RSVP here for the zoom link >>> https://www.actonclimate.org.au/pcs_forum_transport

24.01.2022 Have you RSVP'd yet? https://www.melbournefoe.org.au/transport_climate_forum

24.01.2022 Were celebrating World Car Free Day which encourages drivers to give up their cars for a day and use public transport, ride, or walk. Email Jacinta Allan today to make the MM2 rail tunnel part of Vics green transport recovery!

24.01.2022 "A trio of technology leaders in Europe the Austrian Institute of Technology, Fraunhofer ISE in Germany, and Forster Industrietechnik in Switzerland is working to develop a solar canopy system for highways in order to tap into the vast, under-utilized road network for clean electricity generation." The Solar Power Infrastructure system is also set to reduce noise pollution, which is the second most harmful environmental stressor in Europe, behind air pollution, according ...to the World Health Organization (WHO). The Andrews Gov. plans to repower all the metro trains with renewable energy, which will improve our transport system as well as addressing the issues of the climate crisis. Innovative projects like this and more investment in public transport will help reduce emissions in Victoria and help ensure we stay below our government's legislated goal of 1.5C. Let's build on the momentum and take action: https://www.melbournefoe.org.au/vret_2_action

24.01.2022 Great news! Hobsons Bays Urban Forest Strategy will see the planting of more than 50,000 trees over the next five years. This sets the path to increase the citys tree canopy to 30 per cent by 2040. Melbourne is facing the significant challenges of climate change, population growth and urban heating. Investing more in healthy urban forests will play a critical role in maintaining the health and liveability of Melbourne. Greening our city, investing in better public transpor...t infrastructure like Melbourne Metro 2, and making our streets safer for bikes and pedestrians is the economic recovery we want to see! #GetOnBoard our Community Powered Transport Plan today! >>>https://www.getonboard.org.au/

23.01.2022 TONIGHT at 7pm: Online Fundraising Event "Dial Up the Music, Not the Climate 2!" Show your support and celebrate grassroots campaigns for Climate Justice with amazing local Musicians! Tackling Climate change for a more environmentally friendly and Sustainable City!

23.01.2022 Exciting forum happening next week! What policies will have the greatest bang for buck for cutting emissions from transport in Victoria? What climate impacts does the sector need to prepare for? Join Act on Climate and leading figures in the transport sector to hear their top ideas and have your questions answered!... Register for the zoom link here: >>> https://www.actonclimate.org.au/pcs_forum_transport

23.01.2022 It is so good to see the Victorian Labour MPs having conversations on climate action with the amazing 'Act On Climate Vic' crew! For a more sustainable city, Victorians need a plan that looks at reducing emissions, that re-assures our youth today there is hope for a better future, a greener road to recovery post covid is what we need now more than ever! Get involved today, and take a few minutes out of your day to send a clear message for change, see here: https://www.melbo...urnefoe.org.au/dayofaction... You can also make a donation to support these passionate climate change activists delivering our Community message to Parliament: https://100-laps-for-climate.raisely.com/

22.01.2022 A reminder for Act on Climates Vic Climate Solutions Forum: The Transport Sector, happening TOMORROW NIGHT! Our very own Sustainable Cities coordinator Claudia Gallois will be speaking on the panel. Were super excited to hear from them... Will you join us? REGISTER FOR ZOOM LINK > https://www.actonclimate.org.au/pcs_forum_transport

22.01.2022 Tune into our transport and climate forum co-cost by Bike Bendigo and Bendigo Sustainability Group - BSG

21.01.2022 Last week on Wednesday 25th of November, we had amazing speakers on the Forum 'Transport to Tackle our Climate Change'. The online forum highlighted topics and discussions on issues our community is facing such as the need to reframe transport planning, challenging policies such as the privatizations of public roads, the value of advocacy, the need to return public space to the people for active space. If you missed out, you can watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch

20.01.2022 "In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, cities around the world are rediscovering the value of walkable and bikeable streets. From Oakland, Calif., to Amman, Jordan, cities have restricted driving on certain streets in order to create space for socially distanced physical activity. Other cities, like Bogotá and Berlin, have scrambled to convert car and parking lanes into bike lanes in response to the precipitous drop in public transit ridership." It would be great to have com...munity input into what roads in Melbourne should be adapted in this way! Do you have a road in mind? Join our weekly meetings to work towards a more sustainable, better connected Melbourne: >>https://www.facebook.com/events/201299770917861/?ref=br_tf&epa=SEARCH_BOX

19.01.2022 The West Gate Tunnel Project is facing a $3 billion cost blowout, with a third of the cost overruns linked to problems moving underground pipes. This project has had ongoing issues and the construction alone has posed huge risks to the environment and surrounding communities. Other major road projects like the North East Link come with similar financial and environmental costs, and will only lock us in to a future of unsustainable car-dependency.... We're pushing for a green recovery post Covid. Will you join our community powered transport plan today? >>>https://www.getonboard.org.au/

19.01.2022 Look what you can do when you get rid of the space-hogging cars! Want to join a community powered campaign that's working to push back against road expansions? Sign up here >>> https://www.getonboard.org.au/

19.01.2022 Don't forget to RSVP for tonight's free online forum! Right now, community members around the state are writing a Peoples Climate Strategy for Victoria. It will capture all the big ideas to rein in emissions and present them to the Victorian government. Friends of the Earth's Act on Climate Vic collective is pleased to present leading figures in the transport sector to share their top ideas and answer all your questions.... SPEAKERS * Amedeo D'Aprano, Rail, Tram and Bus Union * Kerri Cassidy, Disability Resources Centre * Daniel Bowen, Public Transport Users' Association * Claud Gallois, Friends of the Earth's Sustainable Cities campaign (our very own!) Join in tonight from 6pm to discuss what policies will have the greatest bang for buck for cutting emissions from transport in Victoria, and what climate impacts does the sector need to prepare for? RSVP here >>>https://www.actonclimate.org.au/pcs_forum_transport

18.01.2022 A podcast for your Tuesday. Sustainable Cities collective members Barry Watson and Michelle Giovas talk about the impacts of this mega road, fears locals have for air and noise and what alternatives are on offer. Sign the petition here to push back on North East Link Toll Road developments.... https://www.change.org/p/daniel-andrews-say-no-to-ne-link-m

18.01.2022 Act on Climate Vic are having a week of action from Sept 28 to October 4 to help gather as many responses to their climate solutions survey, capturing the ideas of Victoria's diverse communities. The Andrews govt is required to write Victoria's first ever Climate Change Strategy by October 31 this year. But while they deal with the pandemic, community members around the state are coming together online to write a Peoples Climate Strategy for Victoria. SIGN UP: to help reach their target of 500 surveys and add your pledge for the number of responses you will gather from friends, family and workmates here >> https://www.actonclimate.org.au/pcspledge

18.01.2022 LIVE NOW! Act on Climate Vic's Climate Solutions Forum: The Transport Sector Want to learn about the intersections between climate justice and transport? Hear from leading figures in the transport sector share their top ideas about how to reduce emissions, while leaving no one behind. ... #VicClimateSolutions #PeoplesClimateStrategy

18.01.2022 This is exciting! Google has announced partnerships with Ironbark Sustainability Beyond Zero Emissions. The pair have worked extensively with councils and community groups to reduce Green House Gas and cooperatively on Australias first national emissions data tool called Snapshot, which is currently in beta testing. Google said it would partner with the organizations to incorporate its transport data into Snapshot.... This data integration will provide updated GHG profiles and enable local government policy decision-making for more than 86 percent of the country's population to put councils on a fast track for delivering commitments, building local resilience, and ensuring economic recovery, the company wrote. This emissions planning tool will bring great attention to traffic pollution and addressing issues such as the climate crisis. "The North East Link toll Road Project is set to go through our suburbs and parks which is a poor use of money when we urgently need long-term mass transport options, improvements to air quality, protection of open space, and to reduce the greenhouse gas impacts of Victorias transport system." GetOnBoard. Sign the Petition to Stop the North East Link Project!! https://www.getonboard.org.au/stop_north_east_link #stopnel #GetOnBoard #RethinkNELink

17.01.2022 GOOD NEWS: The Dan Andrews govnt has announced plans to build the long-awaited Airport Rail! This will reduce traffic, curb emissions and help more people get where they need to go in an affordable way. Upgrades to the Geelong line have also been announced, that will pave the way for the MM2 rail line, creating a crucial link between the North and the West!

16.01.2022 "A legal challenge over a highway duplication on Djab Wurrung land is an important test of how Aboriginal heritage is protected in Victoria, lawyers for the community say." Transport justice means that no one gets left behind. Building a highway on sacred Djab Wurrung Heritage Protection Embassy land is cultural genocide. See details below in ways you can show your support>>... For full details: https://docs.google.com//1-GTkdfwZDfvW26yvRuOMmx4p4h/edit

16.01.2022 "More driving means more congestion. Inevitably, that increases demand for increasingly expensive road projects... It certainly will run against the recognition in urban plans such as Plan Melbourne that we must shift to alternative transport modes" Distance-based charging is a beneficial long-term policy action in reducing private vehicle use in congested urban areas, whether it be electric vehicles or otherwise. Interested? come be a part of our collective where we talk shop and plan actions for sustainable transport solutions every Monday evening! >>> https://fb.me/e/7oeGM9ZIb

16.01.2022 Fantastic to see the Victorian govnt partnering with City of Melbourne to deliver a plan to reclaim the streets for people. This will be integral in supporting hospitality, arts, and events workers, and make our cities and suburbs more liveable. What street would you like to see turned into a spot for pedestrians, shoppers, or diners?

15.01.2022 Cities around the world are implementing the tight knit neighbourhood as a part of their Covid recovery strategies. A widespread implementation of the 20 minute neighbourhood would create jobs, reduce emissions and make local areas more liveable. Will Transport ministers Ben Carroll MP and Jacinta Allan take this opportunity to do the same for Melburnians? ... Join the community powered campaign for a more sustainable Melbourne! >>> https://www.getonboard.org.au/

15.01.2022 Great news! Hobsons Bay's Urban Forest Strategy will see the planting of more than 50,000 trees over the next five years. This sets the path to increase the citys tree canopy to 30 per cent by 2040. Melbourne is facing the significant challenges of climate change, population growth and urban heating. Investing more in healthy urban forests will play a critical role in maintaining the health and liveability of Melbourne. Greening our city, investing in better public transpor...t infrastructure like Melbourne Metro 2, and making our streets safer for bikes and pedestrians is the economic recovery we want to see! #GetOnBoard our Community Powered Transport Plan today! >>>https://www.getonboard.org.au/

15.01.2022 LIVE NOW! Act on Climate Vics Climate Solutions Forum: The Transport Sector Want to learn about the intersections between climate justice and transport? Hear from leading figures in the transport sector share their top ideas about how to reduce emissions, while leaving no one behind. ... #VicClimateSolutions #PeoplesClimateStrategy

15.01.2022 Residents in Melbournes inner West are experiencing "higher rates of hospitalisation for heart failure, asthma and heart disease, and a higher incidence of lung cancer," due to air pollution from trucks. The North East Link toll road is set to add 95,000+ more vehicles onto the Eastern Freeway each day, many of these trucks, severely increasing air pollution and putting the communitys health at risk. Sign the petition to #RethinkNELink >>> https://www.change.org/p/daniel-andrews-say-no-to-ne-link-m

15.01.2022 Really exciting news Melbournians! "So finally there’s a firm plan for airport rail, thanks to combined State and Federal funding just announced." See the full details in the article below.

13.01.2022 A reminder for Act on Climate's Vic Climate Solutions Forum: The Transport Sector, happening TOMORROW NIGHT! Our very own Sustainable Cities coordinator Claudia Gallois will be speaking on the panel. We're super excited to hear from them... Will you join us? REGISTER FOR ZOOM LINK > https://www.actonclimate.org.au/pcs_forum_transport

11.01.2022 BREAKING: The long-awaited Interim Emissions Reduction Targets for 2025 and 2030 will be released by the end of this year, says Climate Change Minister Lily D'Ambrosio MP! With the transport sector Victoria's second largest contributor to emissions, strong targets will help put us on the front foot for sustainable transport options! #VicClimateSolutions #GetonBoardVic

11.01.2022 Just a friendly REMINDER this online Community Forum Event is on Thursday 17th September at 6pm-7.30pm Join Act on Climate and leading figures in the transport sector to hear their top ideas and have your questions answered! Register for the zoom link here: >>> https://www.actonclimate.org.au/pcs_forum_transport

09.01.2022 "On-street parking is set to be made free in Melbourne's CBD over the Christmas season to attract shoppers, in a move that will cost the city at least $1.6 million in lost revenue." Encouraging car use is not the answer! Our Covid-19 recovery needs to be based on active and sustainable modes of transport, reshaping our cities to reduce climate emissions and provide safe and accessible travel options for everyone. See you at our free online forum 'Transport to Tackle Our Clima...te Challenge', tonight from 6pm to hear from experts and locals about issues and solutions in the face of Climate Change and COVID-normal. >>> melbournefoe.org.au/transport_climate_forum See more

09.01.2022 Its great to see the shared experiences of Public Transport drivers of the drastic changes in our great city before and during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Ms Nicolson spotting a lorikeet through Federation Square early in the morning. Ive never seen those birds in the CBD before, she says. The wildlife is more prominent. You can hear the noises of the city. Now more than ever, we need a community-powered transport plan that will work for everyone. A plan that will be less ...stressful on the environment that considers wildlife, away from car pollution and traffic noise. To support plans that are more environmentally friendly, for public transport users, and more active travel, see link >> https://www.getonboard.org.au/

09.01.2022 Reducing our use of petrol and diesel cars is one of the most effective things we can do to prevent climate change. This is a story from NZ, but it seems the message is failing to get through in Australia as well. If the government invested more in adequate public transport infrastructure like Melbourne Metro 2, and better active transport options, we wouldnt have to rely so much on cars.... Lets push for MM2 and ditch the cars! Email your MPs today >>>https://www.getonboard.org.au/mm2

09.01.2022 An interesting article on public transport funding ... what do you think? "First, a decent baseline level of services must be guaranteed. Service cuts create huge social costs, but this is inevitable if funding relies heavily on fare revenue. Stable revenues like property taxes and commercial income can support this baseline. As local and regional governments must run balanced budgets, central government support is also an essential stopgap to prevent service cuts." Join the ...conversation in our weekly meetings: >>> https://www.facebook.com/events/201299770917861/ See more

07.01.2022 Today is World Car-Free Day! Today highlights the numerous benefits of going car-free to citizensincluding reduced air pollution and the promotion of walking and cycling in a safer environment. Imagine if we could all walk, cycle and catch public transport safely and efficiently to where we need to go!... Jacinta Allan and Ben Carroll MP, will you commit to a green recovery post Covid-19 that caters for better active and public transport for everyone? Let our leaders know that building Melbourne Metro 2 would be a great place to start! >>>https://www.melbournefoe.org.au/build_mm2

07.01.2022 Experts are calling for a rethink of major infrastructure projects post Covid-19, as the needs of communities change. Grattan Institute's transport and cities program director, Marion Terrill said: "We know that these big road projects for instance were based upon big increases in population, but that's not going to happen. All of these big projects should be halted, with their business cases reviewed to make sure they stack up." ... Email MPs to rethink the $16 billion North East Link toll road >>> https://www.change.org/p/daniel-andrews-say-no-to-ne-link-m #RethinkNELink

07.01.2022 Have you set the date yet? Join us on Zoom, Wednesday 25th November from 6pm- 7.30pm, and hear from experts and locals about issues and solutions in the face of Climate Change and COVID-normal. RSVP here >>> melbournefoe.org.au/transport_climate_forum... SPEAKERS: Crystal Legacy - The University of Melbourne Trevor Budge AM previously at City of Greater Bendigo Oscar Hayes - City of Melbourne Nicola Dunicliff-Wells - Bike Bendigo Chis Corr - Bike Bendigo MC: Jackie Yong - Bendigo Sustainability Group - BSG

06.01.2022 Many countries are making green recovery measures a central part of stimulus packages to drive sustainable, inclusive, resilient economic growth and improve well-being in the wake of the COVID-19 crisis. However some countries are also implementing measures that risk having a negative environmental impact and locking in unsustainable growth, according to new OECD analysis discussed by member country ministers today. Major road developments like the North East Link Toll Roa...d do not fit in with a green recovery and will have detrimental effects on our environment and lock us in to a future of car dependence. Email MPs to rethink the $16 billion North East Link toll road >>> https://www.change.org/p/daniel-andrews-say-no-to-ne-link-m

06.01.2022 A great example from Ireland of how we can green our city by combining elements of seating, planting and bike parking that offers an alternative experience of the city and the street. Let's hope the Vic gov can incorporate something like this in it's 'outdoor dining plan', not only to speed up the hospitality industrys recovery, but to encourage green spaces and active transport. Get on board our community powered transport movement today!... >>>https://www.getonboard.org.au/ Here's to a green economic recovery post Covid-19.

05.01.2022 In a post-COVID world, public transport isnt dead, but it must adapt. Public transport in a post-covid world needs to be affordable, accessible and reliable. Reliable and affordable public transport is essential to address climate change and improve social equity, but it needs sustainable sources of funding to achieve this. #GetOnBoard with our Community Powered Transport Plan and learn more about the steps we can take to make an integrated, sustainable and accessible transp...ort system here: >>> https://www.getonboard.org.au/ See more

05.01.2022 [Avoiding building on cultural sites is] important, but rather than Aboriginal knowledge being something that shouldn’t be disturbed, we should think about how to tap into that knowledge and use it to change the built environment. What would an Indigenous knowledge-based re-weaving of greater Melbourne and its infrastructure projects in that, look like?

04.01.2022 As the weather warms up, Melburnians are returning to public transport. In Western Australia, bus and train patronage was already back to 75% of pre-Covid levels in June of this year. Further increasing, and upgrading services across Melbourne's transport network will ensure more people return to PT, and less people switch to cars as restrictions ease. ... Sign the petition calling for more PT with Melbourne Metro 2 >>> https://www.melbournefoe.org.au/build_mm2

04.01.2022 Join Act on Climate Vic for an exciting discussion about the intersections between climate justice and transport! SPEAKERS * Amedeo D'Aprano, Rail, Tram and Bus Union * Kerri Cassidy, Disability Resources Centre... * Daniel Bowen, Public Transport Users' Association * Claud Gallois, Friends of the Earth's Sustainable Cities campaign RSVP for the Zoom link >>> https://www.actonclimate.org.au/pcs_forum_transport CLICK ATTENDING ON THE EVENT >>>https://www.facebook.com/events/774309326720021

04.01.2022 Did you know that transport is the 2nd largest contributor to emissions in Victoria? With the Andrews govt busy leading the response to the COVID-19 pandemic, it's up to the community to step up and shape the state's first Climate Strategy. Act on Climate Vic is writing a People's Climate Strategy to bring together ideas for Victoria to tackle the climate crisis.... What's your big idea? GET INVOLVED > surveymonkey.com/r/IdeasForAction

04.01.2022 Climate advocates and sustainability experts in WA have made some great proposals "such as bike-friendly peak-hour trains, a twelve-fold increase in planned cycle paths, a trackless tram and electric buses" for a sustainable and active transport focused COVID recovery. It would fantastic to see the Victorian State government considering similar initiatives in our own recovery plan! #GetOnBoard with our Community Powered Transport Plan and learn more about the steps we can tak...e to make an integrated, sustainable and accessible transport system here: >>> https://www.getonboard.org.au/ See more

04.01.2022 Dont forget to RSVP for tonights free online forum! Right now, community members around the state are writing a Peoples Climate Strategy for Victoria. It will capture all the big ideas to rein in emissions and present them to the Victorian government. Friends of the Earths Act on Climate Vic collective is pleased to present leading figures in the transport sector to share their top ideas and answer all your questions.... SPEAKERS * Amedeo DAprano, Rail, Tram and Bus Union * Kerri Cassidy, Disability Resources Centre * Daniel Bowen, Public Transport Users Association * Claud Gallois, Friends of the Earths Sustainable Cities campaign (our very own!) Join in tonight from 6pm to discuss what policies will have the greatest bang for buck for cutting emissions from transport in Victoria, and what climate impacts does the sector need to prepare for? RSVP here >>>https://www.actonclimate.org.au/pcs_forum_transport

03.01.2022 We're celebrating World Car Free Day which encourages drivers to give up their cars for a day and use public transport, ride, or walk. Email Jacinta Allan today to make the MM2 rail tunnel part of Vic's green transport recovery!

03.01.2022 '... in the summer, when the road surface heats up to 60 degrees Celsius, it becomes a heavier pollutant than both unleaded (petrol) and diesel from our cars combined.' These sobering new findings are just one more factor against the construction of the North East Link mega toll road. Join us in advocating for a more sustainable transport future: Sign the petition to #RethinkNELink ... >>> https://www.change.org/p/daniel-andrews-say-no-to-ne-link-m Join the community powered campaign >>> https://www.getonboard.org.au/

03.01.2022 It's great to see the shared experiences of Public Transport drivers of the drastic changes in our great city before and during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Ms Nicolson spotting a lorikeet through Federation Square early in the morning. Ive never seen those birds in the CBD before, she says. The wildlife is more prominent. You can hear the noises of the city. Now more than ever, we need a community-powered transport plan that will work for everyone. A plan that will be less ...stressful on the environment that considers wildlife, away from car pollution and traffic noise. To support plans that are more environmentally friendly, for public transport users, and more active travel, see link >> https://www.getonboard.org.au/

02.01.2022 Check out this episode of City Limits on 3CR community radio, with an interview with Kath Larkin from the Rail Tram and Bus Union on the issues of privatization in the transport sector and their intersection with safety and job security during the pandemic.

01.01.2022 Under a plan, to be put to the government, new residential and office developments in inner Melbourne would be required to meet sustainable building standards, provide a minimum number of bicycle spaces and would not be required to provide on-site car spaces. This is the kind of Covid recovery we want to see! Green infrastructure that encourages active travel over car use. Melbourne and Brisbane have the highest levels of emissions in the country and we must change the way we... plan and deliver infrastructure to respond to the climate and biodiversity emergency. For people and the planet. #GetOnBoard our community-powered transport plan. It's up to us to make it happen. Join the movement today. >>>https://www.getonboard.org.au/