Archive for August, 2005

Study finds more whales off east coast of AustraliaLink to full story

A survey recorded a greater diversity of whale species than usual off the east coast of Australia this year.

posted by markmann on August 30, 2005 at 3:28 pm · filed under Pests, wildlife and threatened species

Howard claims Germany, NZ demands prove him rightLink to full story

PM John Howard said calls by business in New Zealand and Germany to quit Kyoto and join the Asia-Pacific climate pact proves he is right over Kyoto.

posted by markmann on August 29, 2005 at 5:56 pm · filed under Climate, greenhouse and renewable energy

Expansion plan for biofuel companyLink to full story

Axiom Energy plans to become one of the biggest biofuel producers in Australia with a $37.6 million public offer.

posted by markmann on August 29, 2005 at 5:51 pm · filed under Climate, greenhouse and renewable energy

Shoalhaven plan can lead the wayLink to full story

A farmer’s initiative on the upper Shoalhaven could pioneer a new style of river management.

posted by markmann on August 26, 2005 at 4:09 pm · filed under Oceans and coasts

Grazing stopped in sensitive Murray River wetlandsLink to full story

A decision by the South Australian government to stop grazing in “iconic” Murray River wetland areas will help protect fragile ecosystems

posted by ecomedia on August 23, 2005 at 8:25 pm · filed under Forests, land and agriculture

Gunns refile claim against environmentalistsLink to full story

Timber company Gunns has refiled its $6million claim for damages against Tasmanian environmentalists.

posted by markmann on August 23, 2005 at 4:50 pm · filed under Forests, land and agriculture

Tasmanian Conservation Trust angers developersLink to full story

Developers and local councils are becoming increasingly frustrated with the Tasmanian Conservation Trust, because their development plans are being blocked or delayed.

posted by seamas on August 23, 2005 at 10:15 am · filed under Various and general

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