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Eco Voice Q & A: Satyajit Das, Author, on the responsibility of the ecotourist to the natural world.

Satyajit Das, Author, Wild Quests: Journeys into Ecotourism and the Future for Animals. Background Satyajit Das is a former banker, recognised as one of the world’s leading financial thinkers. He is the author of numerous books, including Traders, Guns & Money, Extreme Money, Banquet of Consequences and Fortune’s Fool, which examine the intersection between money […]

What Environmental Impacts are there from the Flood of Aussie Homes with Dark Roofs?

Houses in Apollo Bay, Victoria. Photo by Nao Takabayashi By Ruth Puddefoot. Mediterranean countries, such as Greece and Turkey, boast picturesque white houses famous for their ability to reflect sunlight and minimise solar heat absorption, ensuring comfort for their residents amidst the hot summer months. While Australia is renowned for its high temperatures and warm […]

Sunshine Hydro Finds Way to Cut Clean Hydrogen Production Cost Up To 40%

Would accelerate adoption of fuel as a renewable energy source for domestic and export markets Sunshine Hydro, known for its pioneering Superhybrid technology that enables carbon-free energy, has discovered an innovative approach to substantially lower the cost of producing clean hydrogen. By harnessing the ultra-efficient electrolysers developed by Australian renewable energy manufacturer Hysata, Sunshine Hydro’s […]

Kimberly-Clark Australia reaches zero waste to landfill milestone at Millicent Mill

Essential product manufacturer has diverted 100% of waste away from landfill at its sole production facility in Australia  Kimberly-Clark Australia (K-CA) one of South Australia’s leading manufacturers, has achieved zero waste at its Mill in Millicent, diverting 100% of waste away from landfill through reuse and recycling initiatives. Known for its portfolio of leading personal care […]

RESEARCH REVEALS OUR CONFUSION AROUND BINNING BATTERIES COULD BE TO BLAME FOR INCREASE IN FIRES

New data from Cleanaway shows almost half (45 per cent) of Australians don’t know where to go to dispose of batteries, which could be contributing to at least one fire a week. Australia’s largest waste management company Cleanaway, has today released the findings of its 2024 Recycling Behaviours Report, unveiling the concerning battery disposal habits that are carrying […]
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BUNNY CONTROL PROGRAMS FOR SURF COAST SHIRE

Late summer/early autumn provide the ideal conditions to begin your rabbit control program. The warmer, drier months help to reduce rabbit numbers through a...

GEELONG REGION OLIVES

Did you know the Surf Coast Shire is home to more than 20 olive groves, with over 20,000 olive trees? And across the broader...

SHEEP & GOAT ELECTRONIC IDENTIFICATION

Victoria is progressively implementing mandatory electronic identification for sheep and goats. View the phased implementation timeline below. All sheep and most goat breeds born in...

JUDY NUNN STAR OF HOME AND AWAY [Online Event]

Judy Nunn's latest bestselling novel will take you from the cotton mills of England to the theatres of Melbourne, on a scintillating journey through...

GEELONG BOTANIC GARDENS OPEN DAY

The Geelong Botanic Gardens are having an open day! This family-friendly FREE event includes: Book signing/meet and greet with Sally Leary, the author for Corio...

LOCKDOWN FOR CITY OF GREATER GEELONG

Yesterday, the Chief Health Officer declared that the City of Greater Geelong (along with the Surf Coast Shire and Mitchell Shire) will enter a...
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