Standing in the forest, on Country in the Sunshine Coast hinterland, Kerry Neill’s infectious enthusiasm spilled into laughter: “If you’re not celebrating, get up, mate!” He was reflecting on the people whose stories were emerging in the Sunshine Coast Biosphere Awards, which celebrate those creating a better future. Just under a week later, Kerry would […]
Hornsby Shire residents have once again been recognised as Australia’s top mobile phone recyclers, claiming MobileMuster’s Top Collector Award for a ninth consecutive year. The annual MobileMuster awards recognise local councils that collect the most mobile phones, chargers and accessories for recycling. During the past financial year, Hornsby Shire residents recycled an impressive 677kg of […]
Westfield destinations across Australia have announced the 2026 finalists in this year’s Westfield Local Heroes program, marking the ninth year the program has shone a light on leaders, volunteers, innovators and everyday community members who are making an impact. Australians can cast their vote on the Westfield website for a cause close to their hearts, […]
Influential national recognition highlights Australian microalgae innovation designed to bring together agricultural productivity, sustainable food supply and climate solutions Australian microalgae company Genesis has won the Agriculture & Environment category at The Australian Financial Review Sustainability Leaders 2026 Awards. The award recognises Genesis’ work developing practical microalgae-based solutions that can improve agricultural productivity while addressing […]
Dugongs feed on seagrass meadows Image Credit: JCU TropWATER Charles Darwin University Results from the 2025 Gulf of Carpentaria dugong aerial survey have revealed a sharp decline in numbers compared with the last survey conducted in 2007, sparking a call from Traditional Owners for urgent action. Charles Darwin University Senior Research Fellow Dr Rachel Groom […]
Electric Vehicle Council CEO Julie Delvecchio Electric cars with a plug accounted for 36% of Australia’s new car sales in August 2026 as motorists embraced greater choice and the opportunity to reduce driving costs. The Electric Vehicle Council (EVC) said the results reflected a structural shift in the way Australians choose their cars, with economic […]
Photo: Calil Torres/MPEG Supported by the Brazil Mutirão program, Amazonian municipalities are developing climate plans and concrete projects through an unprecedented partnership between local governments, the Federal Government and international networks On September 5, Brazil celebrates Amazon Day, a commemorative date aimed at raising awareness around the world of the importance of preserving the planet’s […]
In the heart of Australia’s Red Centre, a modest warehouse on the edge of Mparntwe/Alice Springs has quietly delivered one of the clearest examples of real-world ESG impact in regional Australia. The Black Wreath is a live music venue, recording studio, rehearsal space and independent label that has nurtured Central Australian artists for more than […]
Streets®, part of The Magnum Ice Cream Company (TMICC), Coles and Australian Red Cross have joined forces to help communities prepare for emergencies. From 2 to 29 September, for every purchase of participating Golden Gaytime, Magnum or Paddle Pop multipacks made at Coles supermarkets, Streets will donate 10 cents to the Australian Red Cross Emergency […]
Murray River at Koondrook Friends of the Earth Australia Key facts: Victoria’s highest PFOS detection was detected at Lake Mulwala in 2023 or 36 times the current PFOS health guideline. Upwards of 250km of the Murray River between Koondrook and Mildura is likely to be impacted by PFOS above ecological guideline levels. Testing of the […]
