The Arid Lands Environment Centre (ALEC) is central Australia's peak environmental organisation that has been advocating for the protection of nature and ecologically sustainable development in the arid lands since 1980.
Don't Frack the Outback
ALEC is staunchly opposed to the practice of hydraulic fracturing and the development of any new onshore gas industry in the Northern Territory and has been working to ban fracking...
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Working together is essential in creating a vibrant, sustainable future. ALEC is a a strong and trusted voice for Australia’s iconic desert country. With our community we stand up and...
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Be involved in ALEC and contribute positively to life here in Alice Springs! The fact that ALEC has managed to not only survive, but thrive, over the years has largely...
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All I want for Christmas...
In this video, ALEC staff share what they want for Christmas (well, what we want for nature). Help make ALEC's...
ALEC's 40th Birthday - Save the Date
Next June we’re celebrating 40 years since the of the Arid Lands Environment Centre (ALEC) was incorporated. Well, since the...
ALEC 40th Birthday - Curry Night, Art Exhibition and Podcast Launch
Friday, June 12, 2020 at 07:00 PM
Witchetty's Art Space, Araluen Cultural Centre / in Alice Springs, Australia.
ALEC 40th Birthday - Gala Dinner
Saturday, June 13, 2020 at 06:00 PM
White Gums, Honeymoon Gap / in Alice Springs, Australia.