Media Releases
New analysis shows how getting off gas can save NSW millions, create jobs, reduce pollution
March 27, 2024
Lock the Gate Alliance has launched a new interactive electorate-by-electorate analysis revealing the millions that could be saved each year if households are supported to switch from gas to electricity.
Read MoreFarmers fighting Arrow Energy declare more than 20,000 hectares “gasfield free”
March 25, 2024
More than 20 farming families whose properties cover more than 20,000 hectares of priority agricultural land across the Darling Downs have signed a “gasfield free” declaration against Shell and PetroChina’s Arrow Energy Surat Gas Project.
Read MoreQLD Government gives criminal NSW coal company “suitable operator” status
March 22, 2024
The Queensland Government decision to grant repeat offender Whitehaven Coal “suitable operator status” risks Queensland’s environment by ignoring the company’s long list of crimes committed in its home state of NSW.
Read MoreFederal investigation into NT fracking water trigger compliance welcomed
March 21, 2024
Lock the Gate Alliance welcomes Federal Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek’s probe into whether fracking companies active in the Northern Territory are complying with the requirements of the expanded water trigger under national environment laws.
Read MoreAdani takes QLD Government to court in attempt to avoid employing Clermont locals
March 21, 2024
Adani has challenged a requirement to not discriminate against employing Clermont residents in the Supreme Court, in a move groups say shows the company has little interest in supporting local communities.
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