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Food Co-op & Cafe

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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Energy Justice

Energy Justice is about the future we want to see beyond fossil fuels: a socially just energy system that serves communities and the environment instead of corporate profit.
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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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AoC Dec 25 Update: Celebrating Wins & Keeping Each Other Safe this Summer

December 08, 2025

What a year progressing climate adaptation in Victoria! Celebrate with us while helping us continue this work by attending our gig fundraiser this Friday! Come along to hear more about our work this year and what we have planned for next year. In the past month...

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New Vic Climate Change Strategy: Right course but clear funded plans required

December 03, 2025

Victoria’s Climate Change Strategy 2026-30 was released by the Victorian Government on 20 November 2025. It sets the state's course for reducing emissions as well as strengthening climate resilience over the next five years. The Strategy has good plans in place to improve the state's climate preparedness, but it is...

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Metro Tunnel to uplift the west, but car parks full by 7am

November 30, 2025

Today is a monumental day in the history of public transport in Melbourne - and the western suburbs.

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