eco media » 2004

Water trading plan proposed

As Australia faces tougher water restrictions, a national system to allow water to be traded as a commodity is to be created.

posted by seamas on June 27, 2004 at 5:50 pm · filed under Oceans and coasts

Greens attack water deal

The Greens say the new national water pact will not help save the Murray-Darling river system.

posted by seamas on June 27, 2004 at 5:46 pm · filed under Oceans and coasts

Oil giant under scrutiny

Shell stands accused of not delivering its promise on its environmental and social obligiations.

posted by ecomedia on June 27, 2004 at 5:30 pm · filed under Media releases

New species maybe found in Artic Ocean

An international project to explore marine life in the Arctic Ocean, part of the 10-year, $1 billion Census of Marine Life, could discover thousands of new species, scientists said yesterday

posted by ecomedia on June 27, 2004 at 5:21 pm · filed under Media releases Oceans and coasts

Introduced weeds becoming a threat

The second biggest threat to Australia’s ecosystems and wildlife are weeds.

posted by ecomedia on June 27, 2004 at 5:17 pm · filed under Various and general

Black Rhino’s making a come back

Black Rhino numbers seem to be increasing in Africa, but they still face threats from poachers.

posted by ecomedia on June 27, 2004 at 5:07 pm · filed under Pests, wildlife and threatened species

Koala’s have a tunnelling good time!

Thiess Contractors have provided a safe and alternative way for Koala’s to cross the Karuah Bypass using a tunnel.

posted by ecomedia on June 27, 2004 at 4:43 pm · filed under Pests, wildlife and threatened species

Rethink needed to save reef

Queensland researchers claim a radical rethink of tropical reef management techniques is needed to save the Great Barrier Reef.

posted by seamas on June 27, 2004 at 11:51 am · filed under Oceans and coasts

Permanent water ban for cities

The new federal water plan could mean permanent water restrictions on city homes and businesses.

posted by seamas on June 27, 2004 at 11:50 am · filed under Oceans and coasts

National water plan approved

A meeting of the Council of Australian Governments has agreed a Federal Government water plan including a national water market and a plan to save the Murray Darling system.

posted by seamas on June 27, 2004 at 11:46 am · filed under Oceans and coasts