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Arid Lands Environment Centre (ALEC) is central Australia’s peak environmental organisation; defending Australia’s iconic desert country for 40 years. We are a strong and trusted voice for the protection of arid lands, creatures and communities. We work tirelessly toward our vision: healthy futures for arid lands and people.

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Don't Frack the Outback

The Government is trying to fast-track major fracking and gas infrastructure projects in the Territory. We need your support to help stop dangerous new fracking and pipeline projects to protect our land,...
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Don't weaken our already weak water laws

The Northern Territory has the weakest water laws in the country yet the Government is trying to rush through changes to the Water Act behind closed doors.  These amendments, which could come into effect...
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Climate Ready Council

Council has an important role to play in helping communities reduce emissions and adapt to climate change. As voters, we have an opportunity to vote in a Climate Ready Council.    Our...
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Singleton Station water licence decision: a death sentence for arid ecosystems

November 16, 2021

Due to a perceived conflict of interest, the Environment Minister Eva Lawler deferred the decision to approve the controversial Singleton Station water licence to Minister Kate Worden. With only four days to consider complex evidence before handing down her precedent-setting decision, yesterday Minister Worden...

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Thorny Newsletter: November edition

November 15, 2021

We hope you're enjoying this magnificent rain, and that you've had a chance to head down to the riverbank and watch it flow. The ALEC team are back at our office on 90 Gap Rd. Drop in and say hi!  The Environment Minister Eva Lawler...

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Why I volunteer

November 11, 2021

From buffel grass action to raising awareness of dingos to mobilising local people through letter writing, ALEC supporter and Alice Springs resident Jacqueline Arnold has worked tirelessly to protect the desert. We want to acknowledge her energy, vision and love for country. I recently...

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