Learn languages naturally with fresh, real content!

Popular Topics
Explore By Region
Australia’s environmental law overhaul sparks backlash over polluter-friendly loopholes, as the government pushes to pass it before Christmas.
Australia’s proposed environmental law overhaul faces fierce criticism from former Greens leader Bob Brown, who called it a “disgrace” and warned of “environmental carnage,” citing loopholes favoring polluters.
Despite the parliamentary committee’s final report not expected until March, the government aims to pass the bill before Christmas to fast-track housing, energy, and critical minerals projects.
Business groups, including the Business Council of Australia, urge clearer rules on terms like “undue harm” and push for state-level approval accreditation, citing international models.
Environment Minister Murray Watt remains confident the bill will pass with support from either the Greens or coalition, though tensions persist over balancing development and ecological protection.
La revisión de la ley ambiental de Australia despierta una reacción violenta por las lagunas amigables con los contaminadores, ya que el gobierno presiona para que se apruebe antes de Navidad.