Category Archives: Local Community

Greens shine a light on NRAS sunset clause

Posted on 15 July, 2021 by Newcastle Greens

MEDIA RELEASE  14th July 2021 In the midst of an increasing housing affordability crisis, the Newcastle Greens are drawing attention to evaporating affordable rental homes. The National Affordability Rental Scheme (NRAS), which was discontinued by the Abbot government in 2014, … Continue reading →

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Greens to Fund Wallsend Flood Works

Posted on 24 April, 2019 by Newcastle Greens

Greens Candidate for Newcastle John Mackenzie has today committed $6 million for rebuilding Boscawen Street bridge in Wallsend, and a further $20 million for channel widening, as part of the public works component of climate adaptation for Newcastle. “This is essential flood … Continue reading →

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Greens call on Wallsend candidates to make NSW A Safe State!

Posted on 24 January, 2019 by Newcastle Greens

MEDIA RELEASE 24 January 2019 Greens candidate for Wallsend Sinead Francis-Coan calls on all State election candidates standing in the seat of Wallsend to take the Safe State pledge. “There were 624 domestic violence incidents in our area last year … 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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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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Suncrowd – Australia’s First Bulk-Buy for Home Energy Storage

Posted on 2 June, 2016 by Newcastle Greens

On 23rd June Suncrowd will open the bulk-buy offers and reveal the technology selected for our Newcastle campaign! We can’t wait to see you there for this exciting step towards a clean energy future #takethepowerback. For more information

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Greens call public meeting on proposed Newcastle-Port Stephens Council merger

Posted on 5 February, 2016 by Newcastle Greens

A public meeting has been called for Monday evening to help Port Stephens and Newcastle residents defend local democracy, Deputy Lord Mayor, Greens Cr Michael Osborne announced today. “The State Government have initiated a poorly-advertised, tick-a-box, sham consultation process,” Greens … Continue reading →

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