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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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A history of achievements

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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Australian civil society groups unite against nuclear as pre-polling begins

April 22, 2025

MEDIA RELEASE 22 APRIL 2025   As pre-polling opens in the federal election leading Australian civil society groups have launched a joint statement calling for an end to any plans for domestic nuclear power. The call has seen major trade union, faith, environment, First...

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Hundreds of koalas killed in south west Victoria

April 19, 2025

SKAT got a call from a local media outlet early this week about koala deaths in south western Victoria. Unfortunately we were unable to help. Our limited capacity is concentrated on the Strzelecki region. On Tuesday April 15, YahooNews broke the story that between...

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660 new bus services across the West: A welcoming step, but more has to be done to make buses an attractive option for residents

April 15, 2025

Tuesday 15 April For immediate release Last Sunday the 660 new bus services announced by Minister of Active and Public Transport Gabrielle Williams following the recent boost of V/Line train services on the Ballarat, Ararat, Warrnambool and Bendigo Lines were officially introduced across Melbourne’s...

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