News Archive (01 Mar 2009 - 31 Mar 2009)
Prime Minister Rudd and UN Secretary-General urge world to join Earth Hour
With just one week left before lights-out, Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd and the UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon have thrown their support behind Earth Hour.
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Building a clean economy is half the cost of stimulus package: WWF
Australia can successfully transform to a low carbon economy at just over half the cost the Federal Government has spent on the stimulus package in the past six months, according to a new independent report.
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Australia's unsustainable fisheries could collapse: WWF-Australia
WWF-Australia has called for a halt to unsustainable fishing practices that are endangering the future of some fish species and the fishing industry.
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Australia Post puts its stamp on Earth Hour
Thousands of letters, cards and invitations will be arriving in mail boxes across Australia to promote this year's Earth Hour.
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Drop the politics and deliver the emissions reduction bill: WWF
WWF-Australia has urged all sides of Australian politics to work together to deliver a bipartisan and effective carbon emissions reduction policy before the Copenhagen conference in December.
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Stars Align for Earth Hour
Australians have another reason to switch off their lights for Earth Hour - Saturday, 28 March, at 8.30pm - the chance for a once-a-year view of the heavens.
Environment a top priority for Queensland voters: poll
Almost three-quarters of undecided voters say environmental issues will strongly influence their voting preference in the Queensland election, according to a new statewide poll.
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