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April 19, 2023
The parent juggle is real. Do you ever wonder what you can do about climate change? What are other parents doing to create change? How are they dealing with the emotional toll of being a parent in an era of climate change?
Read MoreIt’s not easy being a parent in a climate crisis
March 24, 2023
Whilst the release of the latest (and last for a while) IPCC report this week didn’t necessarily give us new information, it has certainly brought up a range of emotions for parents, grandparents and carers in our community. It's a time to remember we...
Read MoreHelen's Drought Story
March 22, 2023
My story of living through droughts and taking action on climate change has recently been published in the the compilation “My Drought Story”. This has been made possible by the Rural Leadership Foundation Drought Resilience Leadership Course and the Rural Adversity Mental Health Program.
Read MoreFunding for solar and battery in 18 more NSW schools a no-brainer
March 02, 2023
Australian Parents for Climate Action welcomes today’s announcement that the NSW Government will fund another 18 schools to install solar and battery systems as part of its Smart Energy Schools Pilot project.
Read MoreThe idea of simply making a start, even if it isn’t perfect.
March 01, 2023
On the weekend, we held our first @littleclimateheroesplaygroup for 2023. I was tired. We planned it at the last minute. And I didn’t expect many to come. But I knew if we canceled it would be easier to cancel the next and grind...
Read MoreEverything you need to know about carbon offsets, but were too afraid to ask
February 22, 2023
The carbon offsets industry is like the Wild West. It's comprised of both voluntary markets run by for-profit exchanges, alongside government markets like Australian Carbon Credit Units or ACCUs. The Australian government market was the subject of a federal review following substantial accusations of...
Read MoreWe stand with First Nations families and communities
January 25, 2023
This week (and every week) we stand in solidarity with First Nations families and invite you to do the same.
Read MorePodcast: climate playgroups connecting mums and dads on climate action
December 19, 2022
A playgroup in Sydney is turning despair about the planet’s future into hope by taking action and connecting with people who share their concerns and motivations.
Read MoreGive the gift of Climate Action this Christmas
December 12, 2022
What do you give to someone who has everything they need, except the one thing they care most about?
Read MoreKids take colourful message to Tanya Plibersek
December 12, 2022
We did it! Over a hundred pieces of kids’ artwork have been put on display at Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek’s office Saturday morning, accompanied by a letter signed by more than 4,300 Australian parents calling on the government to protect kids from worsening climate...
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