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NT Conservationists welcome introduction of Environment Protection Bill
May 16, 2019
Conservationists welcomed the introduction of the Territory Government’s Environment Protection Bill to parliament today, citing broad community support for new laws to protect the natural environment and Territory way of life. [1] “Strong environmental...
Read More ShareEcoFair Shines A Light On Science And Sustainability
May 14, 2019
desertSMART Ecofair will again provide a focus on science and sustainability in Central Australia in August 2019 after recently being announced as an official National Science Week event and grant recipient. desertSMART EcoFair is...
Read More ShareOne Year On: Community Opposition To Fracking Continues
April 23, 2019
Community members continue to strongly oppose the Northern Territory being opened up to industrial fracked gas fields a year after the lifting of the moratorium by the Gunner Government. April 16th marks the day...
Read More ShareFree ‘Live Energy Smart’ lunchtime presentation for Alice Springs residents 21.3.19
March 25, 2019
The Arid Lands Environment Centre (ALEC) will be hosting a free ‘Live Energy Smart’ lunchtime presentation for Alice Springs residents next Tuesday the 26th March, as part of the COOLmob Energy Efficiency Project. Highly...
Read More ShareALEC shines light on underground coal project
March 18, 2019
The Arid Lands Environment Centre (ALEC) faces an NT Civil and Administrative Tribunals hearing alongside the Department of Primary Industries and Resources in relation to a Freedom of Information request. ALEC submitted a Freedom...
Read More ShareProtecting Tjoritja (West MacDonnell Ranges) National Park
March 11, 2019
40 years ago ALEC, formerly the Central Australian Conservation Council, played a central role in campaigning for the establishment of the Tjoritja/West MacDonnell Ranges National Park. ALEC has also played a role in advocating...
Read More ShareTerritory needs strong laws for nature and people
January 15, 2019
It has been both welcoming and worrying to witness the NT Government undertake a long overdue review of our environmental protection laws. The Territory needs an open and strong framework that protects and maintains...
Read More ShareNT Climate Discussion Paper Submissions Due November 30th
November 08, 2018
Last few days to make a submission on the NT Climate Discussion Paper! We urge community members to advocate for meaningful climate action in the NT. The Environment Centre NT has engaged Climate Scientist Ellin Lede to...
Read More ShareALEC is Seeking a Treasurer
October 17, 2018
About this opportunity: The Arid Lands Environment Centre (ALEC) is seeking a treasurer to join our Board, a dynamic, smart and diverse team who have fun whilst governing ALEC with integrity for sustainability. We...
Read More ShareBroad Support for NT Climate Emission Targets
September 25, 2018
36 organisations and scientists have signed on to the NT Climate Response Statement, urging the Northern Territory Government to adopt a climate policy of net zero emissions by 2050. The NT Climate Response Statement...
Read More ShareTellus Toxic Waste Dump One Step Closer?
September 12, 2018
The Arid Lands Environment Centre (ALEC) has significant concerns about the Federal Governments’ environmental approval of the Tellus Chandler Salt Mine and Hazardous Waste Storage Facility, announced by the company today. This approval brings...
Read More ShareKey Amendments to NT Environmental Regulations
September 06, 2018
As expected, we are entering into an intense period of environmental policy and law reform. Following on from a key election commitment, the Government has released amendments to the Water Act that will remove...
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