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Arid Lands Environment Centre (ALEC) is Central Australia’s peak environmental organisation; defending Australia’s iconic desert country for over 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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'Water is precious in the desert' and Singleton water licence exhibition on Gadigal lands in Sydney

November 01, 2024

26 October 2024 ‘Water is precious in the desert’ exhibition in Sydney on Gadigal Lands. A wonderful opportunity to celebrate and showcase the Water Justice Project partnership between Arlpwe Art and Culture Centre, Running Water Community Press and the Arid Lands Environment Centre. At...

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South Australia and Northern Territory buffel grass workshops on Anangu Lands

November 01, 2024

October 2024 Connecting, sharing and strategising to improve buffel grass management across NT and SA. Working together for national action, coordination and a Weed of National Significance listing in 2025. Excellent multi-day workshop at Yulara and Uluru between Indigenous rangers, Muṯitjulu community members, Parks...

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Chief Minister plans to hand herself powers to override environmental approval process

October 25, 2024

Chief Minister plans to hand herself powers to override environmental approval process Leaked documents have revealed the new CLP government’s plans to give the chief minister and an unelected bureaucrat far-reaching power to override and fast-track environmental approvals for large scale development. The laws...

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