Articles and media releases
What Could a Good Climate Action Bill Look Like?
August 20, 2022
Last week we talked about what is in the government’s Climate Change Bill. Which was to say, not much, really. In this post we look more broadly at what sort of climate legislation Australian Parents for Climate Action would like to see, based on...
Read MoreWow, We Have a Climate Bill!
August 15, 2022
Welcome to the Australian Parents for Climate Action policy blog. In coming posts you’ll hear from members of our volunteer Policy & Submissions team as they do their best to untangle the complex issue of what good climate policy should look like. We’re not...
Read MoreListen to AP4CA Advisory Group Chair, Dr. Rebecca Huntley, on the Hope. Act. Thrive. podcast
August 09, 2022
“Often the best climate conversations are when you get a sense of why they feel the way they do, and then you exchange with them what your climate story is. And that can be really powerful,” says Dr Rebecca Huntley, one of Australia’s most...
Read MoreGender and diversity in the 47th Parliament
July 18, 2022
As a parent led advocacy group we represent a diverse range of parents and families across Australia. One of the key actions we undertake is engaging and meeting with MP’s to discuss our vision for a safe climate for our kids. Understanding the makeup...
Read MoreParents call for climate action following SA government's Climate Emergency Declaration
June 06, 2022
Australian Parents for Climate Action (AP4CA) welcomes the Labor state government’s recent Climate Emergency Declaration, but is now calling on the government to translate words into action. AP4CA SA local group organiser Dr Jasper Lee said South Australian families are feeling the financial stress...
Read MoreParents across Australia relieved to see climate election
May 22, 2022
Parents across Australia are feeling huge relief and renewed hope today, as Australia voted in support of a safer climate future. Australians in urban and regional electorates nationwide voted resoundingly for greater climate action. Nic Seton, CEO for Australian Parents for Climate Action, said:...
Read More6 tips to nourish yourself this Mother's Day - and beyond
May 07, 2022
We mothers are crucially important - and not just on Mothers day! Not only do our kids and families depend on us, but we also hold the knowledge and love that is needed to transform into the safe and just world that we urgently...
Read MoreFamilies call on candidates to pledge to Solar Our Schools
May 06, 2022
Families are gathering at events around the country this weekend to meet their federal election candidates and call for stronger action on climate change. Australian Parents for Climate Action (AP4CA) branches have organised fun, positive and family-friendly community climate events over the weekend, from...
Read MoreRACE TO THE TOP FOR SOLAR IN SCHOOLS
May 01, 2022
Parents in Boothby and across the country welcome the announcement from Senator Sarah Hanson-Young today that she has pledged support for solar and batteries in schools and early childhood centres. “More than seventy candidates from across the political spectrum have signed onto the...
Read MorePARENTS ANGRY QUEENSLAND ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES AT THREAT AS NATIONALS UNDERMINE NET ZERO PLEDGE
April 26, 2022
Parents in Queensland say statements made by Liberal National Party (LNP) candidate for Flynn, Colin Boyce, backing away from the government’s commitment to net zero emissions by 2050 show how out of step the LNP is with the community. Mr Boyce has reportedly called...
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