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Check out our Collingwood Food Co-op and Cafe | An active community space where cooks, coordinators, volunteers and customers support ethical food production and choose waste reducing alternatives.
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Since 1973 radical activists have been affecting real change under the banner of Friends of the Earth.
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Forest

Victoria’s globally important forest ecosystems are collapsing because of logging and climate-fueled bushfires… But a rapid, just transition into ecologically sound alternatives can support thriving regional communities.
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Act on Climate

We need to act on climate right now. Victorian communities are experiencing worsening climate impacts. That's why we are fighting for policies that reduce emissions and prepare us for climate change adaptation
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No More Gas

Fossil gas is still being promoted as a transition fuel. But community resistance is putting a stop to dangerous new gas developments both on land and sea.
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Nuclear-Free Collective

Australia is the third biggest uranium miner in the world. By joining forces with Traditional Custodians, we can stop the toxic nuclear chain at the source and protect people and the environment.
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Strzelecki Koala Action Team

Australia's iconic koala is in serious trouble. But communities are taking action to safeguard Victorian koala populations through research, surveys and mapping.
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Sustainable Cities

Public Transport is for Everyone. A fast, frequent, and connected electric bus network would connect our communities to the vital services we all rely on, without the need for a car!
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Yes2Renewables

Australia’s ageing coal and gas plants are fuelling the climate crisis. But a rapid transition to 100% renewable energy will cut polluting greenhouse gas emissions and create thousands of good jobs.
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Friends of the Earth Melb news June 2025

June 10, 2025

In June news, our EOFY appeal, Global Wind Day, Snow gums at risk, Koala kill report, Gippsland water pesticides study, Act on Climate garage sale and actions, Buses in the budget, Chain Reaction double magazine launch, Don't nuke the climate video, plus more!

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Whittlesea Resilience Mapping with WCAN

May 28, 2025

Act on Climate facilitated a community resilience mapping session hosted by the Whittlesea Climate Action Network (WCAN) at the start of this month. The session was invigorating, with many great actionable ideas coming up, and passion from those in the room to start working...

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Gippsland Water Pesticide Detections 2017-2024

May 27, 2025

In February, Friends of the Earth sent a Freedom of Information request to Gippsland Water for information pertaining to pesticide detections in drinking water between 2017-2024 and PFAS detections at Gippsland Regional Organics facility at Dutson Downs. FoE received information back from Gippsland Water...

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