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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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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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UAFG Benchmark Review Submission

November 25, 2022

Submission to the Essential Services Commission's review of the Unaccounted For Gas Benchmarks (how much gas is allowed to leak from pipes before it shouldn't) by the No More Gas campaign at Friends of the Earth. 

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Update from Co-operative Power!

November 25, 2022

CoPower is a not-for-profit household electricity provider which you can switch to here  Since 2019, Friends of the Earth Melbourne's campaigns office, Food Co-op and Cafe, and community meeting spaces in Yalla Birrang / Collingwood have sourced all of our electricity from Cooperative Power...

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FoE survey trip to Mt Stirling

November 22, 2022

With news that logging could commence on Mt Stirling as soon as this week, Friends of the Earth (FoE) activists visited the mountain over the weekend of November 18 – 20. Assisted by Friends of Mt Stirling and the Victorian National Parks Association, we...

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