Articles and media releases
Response to the US election: Hold fast.
November 07, 2024
My kids were late for school today. Not because we overslept, but because I wanted them to feel comfortable and loved, no matter how long it takes to put on their shoes. I just smiled and felt the overwhelming urge to protect what we...
Read MoreQueensland parents voted for a strong climate target
October 30, 2024
Parents for Climate welcomes the Queensland LNP to government. Nic Seton, CEO of Parents for Climate, said the election result shows that Queenslanders supported the LNP’s decision to vote in favour of strong 2035 emissions reduction targets. “Queensland voters, including regional Queenslanders, voted in...
Read MoreQueensland parents want a renewable energy future, not extensions to dirty coal stations
October 11, 2024
Bipartisan support for climate action in Queensland was celebrated by all parents when the LNP Opposition voted to legislate Queensland’s 75% by 2035 emissions reduction target in April 2024. Nic Seton, CEO of Parents for Climate, said Queensland parents want to see the agreed...
Read MoreHonouring Grandparents: the Wise Elders of the Climate Movement
October 08, 2024
Grandparents are an enduring, deeply powerful force in our community. Their care, commitment, wisdom, and wealth of experience—both as parents and activists—are invaluable as we navigate the challenges of our time. Often unrecognized, they are the backbone of many movements, driven by a deep...
Read MoreHow parents in Townsville came together to build support for climate action
October 08, 2024
Being a parent or grandparent in the midst of the climate crisis isn’t easy. The emotional toll can feel overwhelming, especially for those of us in conservative, regional communities. But one thing many parents agree on is that joining forces with others makes all...
Read MoreClimate conversations training
October 07, 2024
Hello! I’m about to tell you a story and then invite you to come to a conversation training. If you don’t have time to read the story—perhaps, because oh I don’t know you’re a time-poor parent—I won’t judge you. Instead I'll just give you...
Read MoreParenting In A Changing Climate - Book review
September 30, 2024
Reading Parenting in a Changing Climate by Elizabeth Bechard felt like an honest, refreshing breath of air in the midst of the often overwhelming and chaotic world of climate advocacy and being a parent. Bechard doesn’t claim to have all the answers, and that’s...
Read MorePodcast review: SwitchedOn Australia
September 06, 2024
The SwitchedOn Australia podcast "tracks the electrification of everything with people at the forefront of the electrification transition". The podcast is part of the RenewEconomy stable of web sites and podcasts, which since 2012 have provided a welcome source of news, reporting and analysis...
Read MoreClothes Swaps: A Fun Way to Reduce Waste, Save Money & Refresh Your Wardrobe
September 06, 2024
Australia has recently taken the undesirable title of being the world’s largest consumer of textiles per capita, with Australians buying an average of 56 new clothing items per year. With much of this consumption driven by fast fashion, it's no surprise that over 200,000...
Read MoreStanding Up for a Safe Climate: A Tale of Three Climate Dads
September 06, 2024
Parenthood is a powerful motivator, and for three remarkable dads—Simon, Oli, and Karl—it's the driving force behind their commitment to climate action. Each of these fathers has found a unique way to make a difference, standing up for a safer, more sustainable world for...
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