Plan for zero extinctions requires end to human population growth says Sustainable Population Australia
If the federal government is serious about its goal to prevent any new extinctions of Australian wildlife, it must understand that preservation of habitat is the key. According to Sustainable Population Australia (SPA), that requires an end to human population growth. Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek announced today zero extinctions target for the country’s plants and […]
Zero extinction target of threatened species critically important says Invasive Species Council
“Today’s announcement that Australia is adopting a zero extinction target as part of its Threatened Species Action Plan is very welcome news,” said Invasive Species Council conservation director James Trezise. “Australia has led the world when it comes to mammal extinctions and is fourth globally for the extinction of all animals. The zero extinction goal […]
Growing the vegetable industry has revealed a $4.7 billion increase in value
The Australian vegetable industry has grown significantly by taking advantage of changes in consumer incomes and tastes. ABARES Executive Director, Dr Jared Greenville said their latest research shows that vegetable industry growth has significantly outpaced the overall agricultural sector over the past five decades. “The vegetable sector has seen growth through a shift toward higher […]
The Nationals launch a regional listening tour to find out how to win next election
The Nationals leader David Littleproud has launched a national regional listening tour to listen and learn from regional voters, particularly those who left the party at this year’s election. Mr Littleproud said the party had to be honest about the election result and he genuinely wanted to hear from regional locals, particularly female voters and […]
Applications sought for Transport Women Australia Limited Driving the Difference Scholarship program
Transport Women Australia Limited (TWAL) is now accepting applications for the next round of Driving the Difference scholarships. Now in its fourth year, Daimler Truck Australia Pacific backed TWAL program will provide a unique opportunity for five women in the transport and logistics industry and those wishing to join. The scholarships enable the successful applicants […]
The Nationals call on Labor Government to explain their refusal of live sheep export advice
Following advice contrary to what the Independent Regulator has recommended has fired up The Nationals who are now calling on the Labor Government to explain why it’s refusing recommendations on live sheep exports. The Nationals leader David Littleproud said the Department of Agriculture’s Review as the Independent Regulator of live sheep exports by sea during […]
PASE grants of $4.95 million have been given to producers to establish and maintain international market access
As part of the $4.95 million in grants awarded to businesses a $316,100 PASE grant has helped create an online training platform for small-to-medium seafood exporters and those aspiring to access overseas markets. Agricultural Trade Group Acting Deputy Secretary, Nicola Hinder PSM, said the training resources will enable seafood businesses to assess whether they are […]
Machine safety compliance visits underway as Customer Service NSW officers investigate
SafeWork NSW Inspectors have begun visiting manufacturers throughout the Sydney metropolitan area to ensure machine safety, a leading cause of workplace fatalities and injuries in the sector. SafeWork Executive Director Compliance and Dispute Resolution Matt Press said with the post COVID-19 rebirth of manufacturing in Australia, it was timely reminder to businesses to think about […]
SPA points to latest immigration figures that reveal we are heading back to population growth
According to Sustainable Population Australia (SPA), the figures released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) on Wednesday reveal the country is heading back to ‘Big Australia’. SPA National President Ms Jenny Goldie says that, while some post-Covid ‘bounce back’ in net overseas migration was understandable, the large increase in arrivals (up 183% on the […]
Household spending hit with narrow rise as interest rates begin to bite
The CommBank Household Spending Intentions (HSI) Index rose by 0.8% in August to 115.5, highlighting the momentum in the Australian economy, higher inflation pressures and the impact of the RBA’s monetary policy tightening. The index – which combines Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) payments data and Google Trends search information – saw increases in the categories on […]