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September 16, 2025 Friends of the Earth is disappointed to learn that the Victorian government’s first offshore wind auction will once again be delayed, as announced this morning by Victorian Energy Minister Lily D’Ambrosio...

We, the undersigned groups, call on the Albanese government to commit funding for Victoria’s first offshore wind auction, and to ensure it will be held by the end of 2025.

Victoria's Allan government made a significant announcement on Tuesday 20th November -- it will build Victoria's first publicly owned solar and battery project in Horsham in the state's north-west. Dubbed the SEC Renewable Energy...

More and more Victorians are putting solar on their rooftops thanks to the Vic Solar Homes program, making a dent in emissions and helping people cut down on electricity prices. But there is still...

Communities across Australia are stepping up to steer their regions towards the opportunities of the energy transition.  We are excited to support these new leaders with the campaigning skills and resources they need. If...

MEDIA RELEASE 1 May 2024 Today Federal Climate and Energy Minister Chris Bowen has announced a major step forward for offshore wind in Australia, granting feasibility licences for six projects in Victoria’s Gippsland region....

On Thursday 11th April, over 60 Gippsland community members rallied outside MP Darren Chester’s Traralgon Office to say NO to Nuclear. The protesters showed up with only a few days' notice. Despite the school...

Environment organisation Friends of the Earth have welcomed the federal government’s declaration of the Southern Ocean offshore wind zone, saying it’s a sign that an ecologically sustainable offshore wind industry is achievable. The total...

Regional communities are leading the way in the transition to renewable energy.  Unfortunately, some politicians and shadowy organisations are using divisive tactics and spreading misinformation, much like we have seen from Trump and the...

MEDIA RELEASE 14.12.23 Environmental justice group Friends of the Earth welcomes the Allan government’s announcement today it will kickstart offshore wind auctions in 2024, a big step forward for climate that will power 1.5...