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Looking after Three Urban Grasslands in Melb's West. Interested in Sustainability, Ecology, Restoration, Social Justice, Community Conservation and Research.

St Albans Victoria Australia
Joined June 2012
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look down for (carbon) lockdown Permanent grasslands hold about 1/3 Earth’s terrestrial carbon, meaning they simply cannot be overlooked when we talk about #climatechange grasslandsplus.org.uk #ClimateEmergency #COP26 #ClimateCrisis #TogetherForOurPlanet #COP26Glasgow
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Great news we found a new frog 🐸 who lives up north. This tiny little guy carries his young in his “hip pocket” or pouch and yes it’s dad that takes care of the tadpoles! We declared an asset of intergenerational significance to protect him and his babies forever.
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FriendsofIramoo retweeted
But it’s not safe for kids to ride on the road… oh wait!
Every Friday these kids can experience true freedom when riding to school. Barcelona's rapid change will have lasting effects!! H/T @adamtranter
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In the last week I've started to receive inquiries from people running tree planting programs wanting my help. I am suggesting that they shut down their programs. Here I will explain why:
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Running a landfill or recycling business? You’ll need a new licence, permit or registration under the new Environment Protection Act. Apply by 1 October. Check the EPA website for instructions and application forms. ow.ly/5acR50G7qLq
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Today, we are thrilled to share that the Eastern Barred Bandicoot has been reclassified from Extinct in the Wild to Endangered. This has been 30 years in the making and is a first for an Australian threatened species. We couldn't be more proud! Watch: youtube.com/watch?v=jj02i9RN…
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So today is tough. But you did well, Victorians. You fought valiantly againt a swarm of enemies. And in case you are reading this; 1 - You're a good person. 2 - Your future is bright 3 - The real world - with all it's joy and wonder - will be back again soon.
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Planning to go to the #IUCNcongress? Join our interactive #networking event: "A Network for #Nature: connecting young professionals towards a shared future" 🗓️5 Sept, 3.30pm-5pm #YouthOasis Exhibition space Register here: forms.gle/v2YbqKsG65zJWrKG7
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The plains-wanderer needs you! We have a 🤩 opportunity for you to be part of a team bringing the critically endangered Plains-Wanderer back from the brink in the Murray region. 3 days/week until 30 June 2023. Applications close 12 Sept. bit.ly/3gsuRDi 📸 David Parker
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Thrilled to announce my new role: Director of the Arthur Rylah Institute for Environmental Research, @DELWP_Vic. I am hugely proud of ARI's 'Science That Matters' & know our brilliant team will play key roles in addressing the enviro-challenges ahead & people-nature opportunities
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Never forget that we had all the scientific evidence we needed to act on global warming over 40 years ago, but the fossil fuel industry spent millions to spread disinformation and block climate action. Global warming isn’t a tragedy, it’s a crime.
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Is our democracy for sale? Here's the trailer for #BigDeal. @ChristiaanVanV explores the frightening extent to which money has infiltrated Australian politics. Directed by @CraigReucassel, feat. @TurnbullMalcolm, @SamDastyari, @JacquiLambie & @LindaBurneyMP. In cinemas Sept 16.
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Our COVID vaccination team at Melbourne Showgrounds, led by nurse unit manager Allison Lamb, has hit a major milestone - the delivery of 100,000 vaccines! Thanks to everyone for rolling up your sleeves. Together, we’re getting the #jabdone. Book here: covid-19vaccination.wh.org.a…
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#plantatreeforglen Today is the 7th anniversary of the death of NSW Environment Officer Glen Turner, murdered while doing his job near Moree in 2014. Please plant a tree today to remember Glen, and for all those who work to protect our beautiful natural environment.
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3700 close contacts in VIC from just two sporting events. I work for a theatre with 125 seats that hasn’t been able to open to full capacity all year, even though theatres haven’t been exposure sites even once. Wanna bet sports will still get reopened faster than the arts?
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❤️ you Melbourne fam. Be kind to yourselves.
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The biggest change to Victoria’s environment protection laws in 50 years is here. From today protecting the environment is a shared responsibility for all Victorians. Learn more about the changes here.  ow.ly/2ZN250FkxIi "#ProtectourEnvironment #NewLaws #NewResponsibilities
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Anyone with a spare couple of million want to buy up these properties on Bruny Island and protect them on behalf of swift parrots and 40-spotted pardalotes? Please? 😬
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