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ALEC End of Financial Year Donation Appeal
June 24, 2016
Since June 30th 2015, ALEC has had no ongoing operational funding, which means the centre relies on fundraising, philanthropy and donations to keep our doors open. For 36 years ALEC has worked tirelessly to protect...
Read More ShareMedia Release: desertSMART EcoFair expands into new venues in 2016
June 24, 2016
The desertSMART EcoFair will be utilising a number of venues around Alice Springs as part of this year’s National Science Week program in August, with events at the Olive Pink Botanic Garden, Alice Springs...
Read More ShareMedia Release: Applications open for Eco-Science Schools Day 31.5.16
June 01, 2016
Each year the Eco-Science Schools day provides exciting science and sustainability learning opportunities for local students as part of the desertSMART EcoFair. Applications are now open for local schools to engage in the event,...
Read More ShareMedia Release: ‘One World’ event raises funds for ALEC on World Environment Day 31.5.16
June 01, 2016
World Environment Day falls on June 5th each year and aims to raise awareness of environmental issues across the globe. This year the Arid Lands Environment Centre (ALEC) is hosting “One World” - a...
Read More ShareMedia Release: NT budget black hole – no mention of climate or environment 25.5.16
June 01, 2016
The Northern Territory Government has demonstrated it is operating in a gas-fired echo chamber with no new investment into climate action or protecting the environment in the budget delivered yesterday. “It’s totally astounding,...
Read More ShareMedia Release: NT Government 'Knowledge Territory' a Fracking Carrot 17.5.16
June 01, 2016
The Giles CLP Government has stooped to a new low this week with the proposed 'Knowledge Territory' package. Chief Minister Giles' desperate attempt to link education funding to potential fracked gas royalties demonstrates how...
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