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Greens first rural/regional Victorian seat Western Victoria
Impressive results in the federal election for the Australian Greens suggest Western Victoria could be the first rural/regional seat for the Greens in Victoria.
Marcus Ward is the Australian Greens lead candidate for the state Upper House seat of Western Victoria. Marcus lives near Kyneton with his partner Chris where they operate a wildlife shelter rehabilitating orphaned and injured animals. He's an architect specialising in energy efficient rural housing with over 300 completed projects throughout Victoria.
The Greens received a larger swing than both Labor and Liberal across Western Victoria, achieving over 12.5 percent of the Senate vote.
Labor and Liberal climate policies cost jobs
Australian Greens candidate for Ballarat Belinda Coates says that both Labor and Liberal have simply moved to delay on climate change and it will cost the region jobs.
Wildfire Recovery
After the tragic fires in February which cost so many lives and destroyed thousands of homes, the Victorian community opened their hearts and produced an overwhelming response. More than 180 million dollars was generously donated to the bushfire appeal and tens of thousands of people registered to volunteer their time.
There will be further opportunities for volunteers as the longer term effort is required to rebuild communities. This webpage is a collection of contact details and organisations that are involved in the recovery and rebuilding.
Ballarat residents rally for renewable energy
Ballarat residents have taken to the streets to support a fair price for renewable energy. Many residents who have already installed solar energy on their homes, and many more who would like to, are angry about a State Government scheme that will do little to encourage investment in renewable energy.
Devastating Bush Fires Sweep Victoria - Overwhelming community generosity
We would like to express our deepest sympathy and support to all those communities affected by the terrible wildfires. Words cannot describe the devastating losses that have occurred over the weekend under the worst fire conditions Victoria has ever experienced.
Many Country Greens, friends and supporters have suffered or are still fighting fires.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the communities still under threat.
A huge thanks to all the volunteers, CFA, emergency workers and everyone who has worked so hard endeavoring to protect our communities. The bravery and dedication of our firefighters has been enormous and is ongoing.
Victorian communities have responded with a magnificent compassionate outpouring of support, funds, goods and assistance.
Country Greens reject water plan
“I’m afraid its more of the same, business as usual, despite the terrible state of Victoria’s northern rivers, and increased threats from climate change” said Louis Delacretaz, Convenor of the Country Greens Victoria Network at their Annual General Meeting on Sunday 7th December at Mooroolbark Community Centre.
Call for Ballarat City Council to go GM free
Belinda Coates, Greens candidate for Ballarat City Council has presented Council with a petition of 240 signatures to be tabled at the meeting tonight.
Greens Senator visits candidates for Ballarat City Council
Senator Christine Milne visited Ballarat and talked to local Greens candidates for Ballarat City Council, Belinda Coates and Jon Stanger, about local solutions to climate change. Greens councillor for City of Greater Bendigo visits Ballarat
Julie Rivendell, Greens councillor and previous Mayor for the City of Greater Bendigo, visited Ballarat this evening. She spoke to a community forum organised by Belinda Coates and Jon Stanger, Greens candidates for Ballarat City Council.
Green candidates pledge to Act Now on Climate Change
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Along with more than 70 Greens local government candidates across the state, Ballarat City Council candidates Belinda Coates and Jon Stanger have pledged to act now on climate change if elected to council.
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Council reaps thousands from pokies losses
Greens candidate for Central Ward Jon Stanger has revealed Ballarat CityCouncil has gained up to $30,000 from pokies losses through the dubiousCommunity Benefit Statements scheme.
Council needs fresh faces and third party insurance
Greens candidate for Central Ward Jon Stanger says the results of an investigation into Ballarat City Council shows the need for new faces on Council.
Belinda Coates: a low carbon commitment to the community
Belinda Coates will stand as a candidate for the Central Ward in the pending Ballarat City Council election in November.
Belinda previously stood as Greens candidate for Ballarat West in the 2006 state election and for the federal seat of Ballarat in the 2007 election. She will stand as endorsed Greens candidate for the Council election in November. Belinda has always lived in Ballarat and has worked locally as a social worker for the past 15 years.
Greens candidate running to make Ballarat a transition town
The Greens have announced a second candidate, Jon Stanger, for theCentral Ward in the Ballarat City Council elections. He joins the Greenslead candidate for Central Ward, Belinda Coates.
