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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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Forests

Victoria’s globally important forest ecosystems are collapsing because of logging and climate-fuelled 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

For too long, mega roads and toxic tolls have been prioritised over much needed public transport. Thats why communities are calling for accessible and equitable transport solutions for all!
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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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Since 1973 radical activists have been affecting real change under the banner of Friends of the Earth.
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MEDIA RELEASE: Friends of the Earth response to the Australian Labor Party’s climate policy package

December 03, 2021

MEDIA RELEASE: 3 December 2021 Friends of the Earth response to the Australian Labor Party’s climate policy packageThe Australian Labor Party has released its long-awaited policy to tackle the climate crisis as the Parliamentary sitting year ends. The comprehensive package–which includes measures to accelerate...

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Food Co-op 2022 Cooking Calendar on sale soon!

December 02, 2021

After many months of disruption, we are welcoming the summer with a new cooking calendar for 2022, volunteer opportunities and covid-safe guidelines for shoppers, and diners at the Friends of the Earth Food Co-op and Cafe. 

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Parliamentary Inquiry report reveals tragic state of Victorian biodiversity

December 02, 2021

JOINT MEDIA STATEMENT: Thursday 2 DecemberVictorian National Parks Association, Birdlife Australia, Environment Justice Australia, Environment Victoria, Friends of the Earth (Melbourne), The Wilderness Society.From Greater Gliders in native forests to Regent Honeyeaters in the suburbs – Victoria’s dramatic ecosystem decline revealed in parliamentary Inquiry requires...

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