Category Archives: Issues

Greens Back Council’s Commitment to Ambitious Affordable Housing Program

Posted on 6 July, 2018 by John Mackenzie

The aggressive commitment to affordable housing by Newcastle Council has been heralded by Greens Councillor John Mackenzie as the defining achievement of this Council term to date. “Everyone needs a home where they can feel secure, live comfortably and be … Continue reading →

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Removal of Pedestrian Mall in Hunter Street No Solution to Choked City

Posted on 27 June, 2018 by John Mackenzie

Greens Councillor John Mackenzie says a move to turn the Hunter Street pedestrian mall into a road with a higher speed limit is the consequence of planning decisions “choking the city”. Newcastle City Council approved an “East End streetscape” plan on … Continue reading →

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STOP SEISMIC TESTING OFF NEWCASTLE – Community Meeting

Posted on 1 March, 2018 by Newcastle Greens
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Newcastle Council Bans the Bag to End Plastic Pollution

Posted on 6 November, 2017 by John Mackenzie

Newcastle Council has joined the national Ban the Bag campaign, joining forces with other Councils around NSW calling on the state government to implement a ban on single use plastic shopping bags. Greens Councillor John Mackenzie argued that it was … Continue reading →

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Here’s how you can help with the Greens Newcastle Council Election campaign

Posted on 25 August, 2017 by Newcastle Greens

If you’re looking for a rad way to meet the best people Newcastle has to offer, spread the good word about the Greens (especially regarding our excellent candidates running in the Newcastle City Council Elections) and enjoy the lovely winter … Continue reading →

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Candidate Forums for Newcastle Council Election

Posted on 25 August, 2017 by Newcastle Greens

  Here’s your opportunity to meet, hear from, and ask questions of your local candidates in the Newcastle Council election: 29 August: Aesha Awan will be speaking at the Ward 4 Candidate Forum organised by ConnectAbility at Wallsend Library https://www.facebook.com/events/111515282852290/ … Continue reading →

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GREENS LAUNCH COUNCIL CAMPAIGN TO PUT COMMUNITIES FIRST

Posted on 21 August, 2017 by Newcastle Greens

MEDIA RELEASE GREENS LAUNCH COUNCIL CAMPAIGN TO PUT COMMUNITIES FIRST 21 August, 2017   The Greens today launched their campaign to contest all four wards and the Lord Mayoralty in the upcoming Newcastle Council election. Lord Mayor and Ward 2 Candidate … Continue reading →

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Newcastle Greens Fundraiser – “An Inconvenient Sequel: Truth To Power”

Posted on 11 August, 2017 by Newcastle Greens

Join us for a screening of AN INCONVENIENT SEQUEL: TRUTH TO POWER Date: Thursday 24 August Time: Arrive 6:30pm for a 7pm start Venue: Tower Cinemas Newcastle Meet Greens candidates running in the Newcastle City Council election Light refreshments will … Continue reading →

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The future for energy in Lake Macquarie

Posted on 25 July, 2017 by Newcastle Greens

2 August at 18:30–20:00 Pippi’s at the Point 199 Main Road Speers Point, Newcastle, New South Wales 2284 Coal is slowly closing down. What happens next? Join Australian Greens spokeserspon for climate change and energy Adam Bandt MP and NSW Greens spokesperson … Continue reading →

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After Liddell: The future for energy in Muswellbrook

Posted on 25 July, 2017 by Newcastle Greens

1 August at 18:30–20:00 Muswellbrook Workies 15-17 Sydney street, Muswellbrook, New South Wales 2333 Join Australian Greens spokesperson for climate change and energy Adam Bandt MP and NSW Greens spokesperson for resources and energy Jeremy Buckingham MLC as they outline the Greens’ … Continue reading →

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