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The Hon Tanya Plibersek MP

New Basin leadership as Sir Angus retires

The Albanese Government has announced the appointment of new Murray–Darling Basin Authority Board Chair Daryl Quinlivan AO following the retirement of Air Chief Marshal Sir Angus Houston AK, AFC.

Joint media release: Stunning Teringie Wetlands reopen after major infrastructure upgrades to expand Lower Lakes shorebird habitat

The Teringie Wetlands on Lake Alexandrina have reopened following infrastructure upgrades to expand shorebird foraging habitat by about 18 hectares.

Making recycling easier for households

Work is underway to make kerbside recycling and waste collection more consistent across the country.


Senator the Hon Jenny McAllister

Australia's role at Pre-COP climate talks

Assistant Minister for Climate Change and Energy Jenny McAllister will travel to Abu Dhabi on 28 October to lead international climate talks ahead of COP28.

Reforming voluntary climate action to support consumers

Today the Albanese Government will open consultation on reforms to strengthen the Climate Active program. Proposed reforms will drive more effective voluntary climate action and provide consumers greater confidence about business’ climate credentials.

Joint media release: Resetting the Australian Climate Service

The Albanese Government has commissioned an independent review of the Australian Climate Service (ACS) to ensure Australia has the data and resources needed to understand and act on current and future climate risks.