Media Releases
NSW Government approves first new coal expansion since election, climate bill
January 23, 2024
The NSW Government’s approval of a new coal mine expansion is incompatible with its own emissions reduction goals and represents a broken election promise, says Lock the Gate Alliance.
Read MoreLittleproud’s support for farmers locking their gates against gas companies welcomed, but actions must follow words
January 23, 2024
Comments by Nationals leader David Littleproud saying farmers should have the right to veto gas projects on their properties ought to be made official National Party policy, says Lock the Gate Alliance.
Read MoreReport reveals need to plug big holes in Australian water laws
January 15, 2024
A new expert report exposes how big gas projects are exploiting failings in federal laws designed to protect one of Australia's most precious resources - water.
Read MoreMinns Government recommends approval for first coal expansion since election
December 22, 2023
The NSW Minns Government has recommended an expansion of Idemitsu's Boggabri coal mine be approved - the first coal expansion to be determined since the state election.
Read MoreLake Eyre Basin gas protections a win for all Queenslanders
December 22, 2023
Lock the Gate Alliance warmly welcomes the QLD Miles Government’s announcement today that it will protect the Channel Country rivers and floodplains of the Lake Eyre Basin from new oil and gas.
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