Minister for the Environment, Heritage and the Arts
Media releases 2008
November
- Minister acts to protect wetlands and endangered fish - 20 November 2008
- Caring for our Country Open Grants
- $28.5 million for new environment and sustainable farming projects - 20 November 2008
- Rudd Government to invest $8.9 million in important Landcare projects - 20 November 2008
- Rudd Government helping to tackle cane toads in WA - 20 November 2008
- Rudd Govt boosts work to protect endangered Southern Emu-wren - 20 November 2008
- ACT's iconic rivers share in environmental funding - 20 November 2008
- Queensland environment and landholders benefit from new funding - 20 November 2008
- Rudd Government supports efforts to save NSW Brush-tailed Rock-wallaby - 20 November 2008
- Soil carbon and deer damage among projects funded in Victoria - 20 November 2008
- Rudd Govt funding research into Tasmanian platypus disease - 20 November 2008
- Feral pigs and cane toads targeted in new Rudd Govt funding commitment - 20 November 2008
- Permanent protection for HMAS Sydney II and HSK Kormoran - 19 November 2008
- Kokoda benefits start to flow - 19 November 2008
- Minister launches e-waste recycling facility - 18 November 2008
- New funding for elite classical musical training - 18 November 2008
- $6.15M to kick-start non-lethal whale research - 17 November 2008
- North-west marine profile to underpin planning process - 10 November 2008
- Understanding our Northern Oceans - 10 November 2008
- Greater protection urged for Coral Triangle region - 10 November 2008
- EPHC Communique - Ministers firm up frameworks to tackle key environmental challenges - 7 November 2008
- Green light for national wind farm guidelines and policy - 7 November 2008
- Ministers back plans for a national waste policy - 7 November 2008
- National heritage listing for Adelaide Park Lands - 7 November 2008
- Heritage honour for iconic Alps - 7 November 2008
- $1.2 million for renewable energy in Cape Barren - 6 November 2008
- $440,000 to preserve our nation's historic shipwreck sites - 6 November 2008
- Celebrating community with Festivals Australia - 3 November 2008
October
- EPBC Act under independent review - 31 October 2008
- $50 note church gets a facelift - 31 October 2008
- New Tsunami warning centre for Australia - 31 October 2008
- Kakadu fees in 2010 - 30 October 2008
- Bumblebee rejected for live import - 26 October 2008
- Great Barrier Reef hotspots targeted - 23 October 2008
- Minister joins hundreds of thousands to sing 'Sing' - 23 October 2008
- Projects to protect South Australian wetlands and wine districts - 20 October 2008
- Government appoints Special Envoy on Whale Conservation - 20 October 2008
- Grants open for Voluntary Environment and Heritage Organisations - 17 October 2008
- National Atlas highlights our renewable energy potential - 17 October 2008
- $1.4 million for Denmark wind farm - 16 October 2008
- Tough measures placed on Tiwi plantations - 16 October 2008
- 10 bands to hit the road thanks to government grants - 15 October 2008
- $26.76 million boost to Indigenous ranger work - 14 October 2008
- World Heritage funding for the region - 13 October 2008
- Scientists discover marine bounty south of Tasmania - 8 October 2008
- Boost for tsunami detection capability in WA - 7 October 2008
- Nature-based tourism boost for Green Cauldron - 6 October 2008
- Artists to benefit from Resale Royalty Right - 3 October 2008
- Cultural Ministers Council Communiqué - 2 October 2008
- Solar knowledge shines in the desert - 1 October 2008
September
- Ambitious targets set for environmental program - 30 September 2008
- Independent review for Queensland Fishery - 22 September 2008
- Essendon Football Club first Green Precincts project - 21 September 2008
- Caring for our Country supports Southern Wetlands and Northern Rangelands in WA - 19 September 2008
- Minister launches unique Sydney Harbour campground - 19 September 2008
- Appointments to Australia Council dance and music boards - 17 September 2008
- Playing Australia - $2.9 Million funding round announced - 17 September 2008
- Environmental assessment of urban development at Molonglo and North Weston - 16 September 2008
- Barrier Reef's rescue ramped up - 14 September 2008
- A Solar Suburb within a Solar City - 13 September 2008
- Projects to boost the environment, sustainable farming in NSW - 12 September 2008
- Victoria's state emblem helped in new Caring for our Country funding package - 12 September 2008
- Literary award winners announced - 12 September 2008
- Vehicle fuel efficiency report released for public comment - 12 September 2008
- Pipeline approved with environmental conditions - 12 September 2008
- Making cents from energy efficiency this Sustainable House Day - 11 September 2008
- NZ and Australia working together on whale conservation - 10 September 2008
- Pulp Mill Environmental assessment deadline extended - 8 September 2008
- Minister says no to Shoalwater Bay rail and port - 5 September 2008
- Threatened species - it's time to take action - 5 September 2008
- Arts Minister appoints first CEO of National Film and Sound Archive - 5 September 2008
- Minister suspends reef cove approval - 4 September 2008
- Greener neighbourhoods a click away - 2 September 2008
- Ban on greenhouse gas storage in Great Barrier Reef - 1 September 2008
- Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority Appointments - 1 September 2008
August
- Energy efficiency tops agenda in Melbourne - 29 August 2008
- Beverley Uranium Mine expansion - 28 August 2008
- Appointments to Australia Council artform boards - 27 August 2008
- Minister announces priority assessment list - 27 August 2008
- 2008 Prime Minister's Literary Awards winners' announcement - 21 August 2008
- All in the name of discovery - 20 August 2008
- Community to benefit from extra funding - 19 August 2008
- MacFarlane continues push for nuclear power plant plan reincarnation - 19 August 2008
- Learn about weather and climate during science week - 18 August 2008
- 1000 plus schools already signed up for solar - 18 August 2008
- Screen Australia CEO announced - 15 August 2008
- $37.5 million in Indigenous arts and cultural support - 14 August 2008
- $1 million for Small Wind Turbine Testing Centre - 12 August 2008
- $13.9 million for Nation's seventh Solar City in Perth - 11 August 2008
- Australian Government responds to Senate Indigenous Art inquiry - 8 August 2008
- Farmers, regional communities and agricultural industry to the (reef) rescue - 7 August 2008
- Prime Minister's Literary Awards short list announced - 6 August 2008
- Savannah cat banned - 3 August 2008
- Solid growth in solar rebates - 2 August 2008
July
- New era of Indigenous tourism at Kakadu - 31 July 2008
- Liberal Party reincarnates their nuclear power plant plan - 29 July 2008
- Australia signs tsunami agreement with Indonesia - 28 July 2008
- Decisive action to protect Mission Beach cassowaries - 28 July 2008
- New funds support Queensland efforts for sustainable land management and more resilient ecosystems - 28 July 2008
- Minister urges nation to register and ride - 26 July 2008
- Funding boost helps protect HMVS Cerberus - 25 July 2008
- Minister celebrates National Schools Tree Day - 25 July 2008
- First Fleet medal to remain in Australia - 22 July 2008
- Solar and water grants to benefit schools and industry - 22 July 2008
- Cockatoo habitat gains in Fiona Stanley Hospital development approval - 20 July 2008
- Australia's Young Environmentalist of the Year - 18 July 2008
- Minister opens new facility for a sustainable lighting future - 17 July 2008
- National Landscapes program to include Australian Alps - 14 July 2008
- International experts conclude Tasmanian wilderness is well-managed - 7 July 2008
- $3 million boost to indigenous heritage protection - 7 July 2008
- Significant step in Kimberley Hub site search - 4 July 2008
June
- Chile-Australia Statement of Intent - 27 June 2008
- Research proposal receives wide support at IWC - 26 June 2008
- Minister departs for milestone IWC meeting - 22 June 2008
- Importation of Savannah Cats under review - 20 June 2008
- Ice runway man awarded Antarctic Medal - 20 June 2008
- Garrett funds emissions testing facility for heavy duty vehicles - 20 June 2008
- First Board appointed for the New Screen Australia - 20 June 2008
- New Board appointed for National Film and Sound Archive - 20 June 2008
- Aeroplane Jelly and Pub With No Beer among 10 sounds honoured - 18 June 2008
- Long term protection for the Great Barrier Reef - 18 June 2008
- Plan to protect Antarctic home of Australian pioneer - 18 June 2008
- New report bolsters Australia's whale conservation plan - 14 June 2008
- Low-income households a priority for Coburg Solar City - 10 June 2008
- Myall Creek massacre recognised 170 years on - 7 June 2008
- Australia's first Centre for Climate Law opens at the ANU - 6 June 2008
- New measures tackle spiralling energy consumption in homes - 5 June 2008
- Indigenous protection of Cape York - 4 June 2008
- Garrett backs national cycling program - 4 June 2008
- New funding for real science in lead-up to whales meeting - 4 June 2008
May
- Increased support for Aboriginal Art Centres - 28 May 2008
- Australian Convict Sites World Heritage nomination update - 27 May 2008
- Diverse places being considered for heritage honour - 26 May 2008
- China shares its priceless history - 24 May 2008
- New scheme to help cut trade in wildlife products - 23 May 2008
- Video: New scheme to help cut trade in wildlife products - 23 May 2008
- Australia's coasts to win in $100 million package - 23 May 2008
- New home for Australia's Film Television and Radio School (AFTRS) - 22 May 2008
- Minister approves module E of Gunns Pulp Mill project - 22 May 2008
- Iceland's resumption of Whaling - a retrograde step - 22 May 2008
- Australian Government supports Picasso exhibition - 21 May 2008
- Heritage recognition for Indigenous protest site - 20 May 2008
- Minister affirms Nobbys Lighthouse decision - 19 May 2008
- Strong public access role for the National Film and Sound Archive - 15 May 2008
- Budget 2008-09
- $3.0 billion for a sustainable Australia - 13 May 2008
- Green Loans for Aussie homes - 13 May 2008
- Rebates for landlords, energy cost savings for renters - 13 May 2008
- Government makes it easier to be green in one easy stop - 13 May 2008
- Energy efficiency of electrical appliances - 13 May 2008
- Increased funding for solar rebates in 2008-09 - 13 May 2008
- Securing the future for Australian screen industry - 13 May 2008
- New initiatives for a creative Australia - 13 May 2008
- Resale royalty rights for Australia's visual artists - 13 May 2008
- $200m to rescue the Great Barrier Reef - 13 May 2008
- Garrett drives home the message - 11 May 2008
- Gippsland community to benefit from new weather radar - 9 May 2008
- Endangered fish, wetlands protected by Lake Crescent decision - 9 May 2008
- Minister welcomes consultation on waste tyres - 6 May 2008
- Film programs to continue under Screen Australia until end of year - 5 May 2008
- Environment and heritage groups to receive funding - 1 May 2008
April
- Museum Victoria acquires Phar Lap's tonic book - 24 April 2008
- Minister invites small business action on climate change - 24 April 2008
- Lost American silent films to be preserved - 24 April 2008
- PNG and Australia agree action on Kokoda - 23 April 2008
- Appointments to the Visions of Australia Committee - 22 April 2008
- Appointments to Australia Council boards - 22 April 2008
- Government action to end delays for solar rebate - 22 April 2008
- Musical celebration of national apology - 21 April 2008
- Bundanon Trust 15th birthday celebrations - 19 April 2008
- EPHC communique: Ministers seek sustainable solutions - 17 April 2008
- Australia and New Zealand affirm close relationship on whale conservation - 17 April 2008
- Playing Australia - $3.1 million funding round announced - 16 April 2008
- Minister celebrates Bureau's centenary - 16 April 2008
- Return of Japanese whaling fleet to port - 15 April 2008
- New appointments to the Australia Council - 11 April 2008
- Public submission period closes on Nobbys Lighthouse - 10 April 2008
- Minister approves Module C of Gunns Pulp Mill Project - 2 April 2008
March
- $180 million to build the National Reserve System - 31 March 2008
- Action to protect our biodiversity from climate change - 30 March 2008
- Judges announced for 2008 Prime Minister's Literary Awards - 29 March 2008
- Government takes earth hour long term - 29 March 2008
- Review of the Australia Business Arts Foundation - 28 March 2008
- Minister welcomes channel deepening decision - 28 March 2008
- Minister invites public views on Nobbys Lighthouse development - 26 March 2008
- Improved renewable power for Umuwa - 20 March 2008
- Boost for Indigenous broadcasting services - 20 March 2008
- Australia urges Iceland and Norway to respect whaling ban - 19 March 2008
- OECD report supports Rudd Labor Government's action on climate change and environment - 19 March 2008
- New film body establishment a step closer - 18 March 2008
- Protection for HMAS Sydney and Kormoran shipwrecks - 17 March 2008
- Australia boosts Tsunami detection capability - 14 March 2008
- Caring for Our Country - better land management, less red tape - 14 March 2008
- New film agencies herald exciting era for the Australian film industry - 13 March 2008
- Solar Power Stations for Indigenous Communities - 10 March 2008
- Building a Green Future for Australia's Red Centre - 10 March 2008
- Australia's whaling reforms on IWC agenda - 10 March 2008
- Plastic bag levy reports incorrect - 9 March 2008
- Special funding recognises the value of Indigenous arts organisations - 7 March 2008
- Australia Charts New Course on International Whale Conservation - 1 March 2008
- Green sawfish listed as vulnerable in Seaweek - 1 March 2008
February
- Liberals still hanker for nuclear power - 29 February 2008
- Environmental scholarships for north Queensland - 28 February 2008
- Nuclear power still on Coalition agenda - 28 February 2008
- Resolution to fisheries appeal welcomed - 27 February 2008
- Minister congratulates Australian Oscar winner - 26 February 2008
- Heritage honour for stone hatchet quarry - 25 February 2008
- Prime Minister's literary awards - call for entries - 22 February 2008
- Export approval extended for Southern Bluefin Tuna - 22 February 2008
- Minister welcomes report on documentary production - 20 February 2008
- New agency for Australian film makers - 20 February 2008
- $7.1M solar power plant for Coober Pedy - 19 February 2008
- Death of Smoky Dawson - 14 February 2008
- Minister orders repair works at Clarkes Cove - 10 February 2008
- Call for public comment on film agency legislation - 8 February 2008
- Port Phillip Bay Environment Management Plan approved - 5 February 2008
- Big picture study of Australia's Kimberley - 5 February 2008
- Minister approves first two modules of Gunns pulp mill project - 1 February 2008
- Kangaroo Island group wins national environment award - 1 February 2008
- Paving the solar highway for businesses in Blacktown, NSW - 1 February 2008
January
- Convict sites in running for world heritage - 30 January 2008
- Video: Convict sites in running for world heritage - 30 January 2008
- Bondi Beach honoured as heritage icon - 25 January 2008
- Video: Bondi Beach honoured as heritage icon - 30 January 2008
- Priceless history protected as fossils returned to China - 15 January 2008
- Minister on historic flight to Antarctica - 10 January 2008
- Inaugural Airlink flight to Antarctica - 8 January 2008
- Port Phillip Bay Project - Correction and clarification - 8 January 2008
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