The Australian government is more virtuous and extreme on the issue of whaling than your average conservation group. Read more here. … [Read more...] about Government Spoils Resolution on Whaling
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Kingmakers: Greens Win Balance of Power in ACT
Following an election last weekend in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT), the major parties will have to negotiate with the Greens as they now hold the balance of power. The result is a huge win for the Greens; a party that continues to grow in … [Read more...] about Kingmakers: Greens Win Balance of Power in ACT
How Melbourne’s Climate Has Changed: A reply to Dr David Jones (Part 2)
IT is generally believed that there has been a decline in rainfall across Australia and that as a consequence cities like Melbourne must suffer severe water restrictions. Indeed if you live in Melbourne you must get prior written approval to fill a … [Read more...] about How Melbourne’s Climate Has Changed: A reply to Dr David Jones (Part 2)
Jennifer Visits the Australian Parliament
Stewart Franks, Bob Carter and I gave a presentation at Parliament House on Monday evening on Climate Change. Professor Carter focused on global temperatures, I followed with some rainfall graphs for different parts of Australia, and then Associate … [Read more...] about Jennifer Visits the Australian Parliament
World Food Day 2008
Tomorrow is the United Nation’s “World Food Day” and the focus is on the pressing need for the world to adapt to climate change. But even before “climate change” became a political concern, the poor have been unable to deal effectively with drought, … [Read more...] about World Food Day 2008
Canadian Election: Carbon Tax Cost Liberals Votes
Liberal Leader Stephane Dion has lost the Canadian election: “The owlish professor-turned-politician defied two central political tenets in this election campaign: avoid overly complex policy and, above all, don't even suggest new taxes. His beloved … [Read more...] about Canadian Election: Carbon Tax Cost Liberals Votes