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Archive for April, 2006

Britain to introduce "green driving test"Link to full story

Learner drivers in Britain will have to pass a test on reducing fuel consumption to get their licence.

Costello backs nuclear powerLink to full story

The Treasurer says Australians should get used to the idea of a domestic nuclear power station.

Wind farm to challenge Campbell in courtLink to full story

The company behind the Bald Hills wind farm will lodge an appeal against the Fed Govt’s decision to block the project.

Campbell seeks windfarm veto powerLink to full story

Environment Minister Ian Campbell wants the right to veto wind farms under a new code.

Green v green in wind farm debateLink to full story

A proposed wind farm has split the green community in Denmark in WA.

Turnbull to buy Murray-Darling water rightsLink to full story

Malcolm Turnbull says the Fed Govt will buy back surplus water from irrigators to increase flows in the Murray-Darling.

Farms to be repossessed for Qld damLink to full story

Up to 900 farms may be repossessed to make way for a $1billion dam on Mary River in Qld.

Scientists puts case for bean powerLink to full story

An Australian scientist says soybeans and peanuts could provide cheaper biofuel than sugar cane.

New South Wales parliament discusses toad problemLink to full story

The cane toad problem has sparked debate in the New South Wales parliament, with some suggesting greater community involvement in dealing with the encroaching pests.

Young Australian Eco-Speaker Award encourages new voicesLink to full story

Young Australians are being encouraged to speak out about the environment and Australia’s role in the future of our planet. The Young Australian Eco-Speaker Award for 2006 will be presented at the National Greenbuild and Eco-Show in Sydney, June 9-11.

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