Phasing out single-use plastics in the ACT

Phasing out single-use plastics in the ACT

The Conservation Council has welcomed the opportunity to make a submission on the ACT Government’s phasing out single-use plastic Discussion Paper. However, the ACT Government needs to be far more ambitious on the issue as Canberra has a real opportunity to lead...
Was this really a Budget for a climate emergency?

Was this really a Budget for a climate emergency?

When Chief Minister Andrew Barr delivered Tuesday’s ACT Budget, he seemed upbeat about what the ACT Government was delivering for the Territory – jobs, economic growth, and expansive planning to ensure our city meets the needs of an increasing population. However, the...