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![]() ![]() Welcome to the CCWA Monthly Newsletter for February!From the PresidentIt has been a dynamic and busy start to the new year with much work from staff resulting in important events for the conservation movement in WA. The first was our Environment Matters forum on proposed changes to environmental protection regulations, which was then followed the next day by a rally on the steps of Parliament opposing the changes. Attendance at both events was massive and indicative of the frustration that many in our community have been feeling about a government deaf to our concerns. The rally has sent a clear signal that we will oppose any changes that undermine the power and independence of the Environmental Protection Authority and remove our rights to appeal. A follow-up meeting with the Environment Minister has now been organised.We are so pleased to announce Jess Beckerling, formerly with the WA Forest Alliance, as our new Executive Director. We believe this marks a turning point for CCWA and are confident that Jess will set a clear course of action for the organisation aligned to shared values. Thank you all for your continued support.Dr Richard Yin PresidentSave Our EPA – Protect WA NatureThe CCWA team has been working closely with member groups and other nature conservation groups in WA to form a campaign to ‘Save Our EPA – Protect WA Nature!’ On Monday 12 February we held an Environment Matters forum to explore the challenges posed by proposed changes to the state’s environmental assessment system. Key takeaways from this event included the critical need to: Urgently resist any dismantling of the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) amidst the climate and biodiversity crises in WA. Safeguard appeal rights against potential threats Organise in our communities and engage with MPs to build and amplify our collective power Watch the recording from this event here. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Save Scott Reef Campaign – Fremantle LaunchJoin us for a special community event at Fremantle Town Hall to hear from nature and climate experts about the new campaign to save the pristine Scott Reef off the Kimberley coast from Woodside.Scott Reef is teeming with unique biodiversity, including vulnerable green sea turtles and endangered pygmy blue whales.This natural wonder is now under threat from Woodside’s Burrup Hub mega-gas project. The fossil fuel giant wants to drill over 50 wells at this stunning location as part of its plans to develop the Browse gas field, turning pristine waters into an industrial zone.11 years ago, the WA community, led by Broome locals, took on Woodside and won.Now, it’s our time to stand up again to Save Scott Reef for good!WHEN: Thursday, March 14th, 6.30pm-8pmWHERE: Fremantle Town Hall, 8 William St, Walyalup/Fremantle WA 6160RSVP CCWA regulatory submissions for FebruaryCCWA lodges submissions to regulatory bodies on projects of public interest and which involve activities that pose significant risks to the environment.Some of our submissions lodged and activities this month include:Rottnest Island native vegetation clearing for worker accommodation – submission to Department of Water and Environment (DWER). Cougar sand extraction Myalup with threats to RAMSAR wetlands, Threatened Ecological Communities (TEC) and Matters of National Environmental Significance – s38 referral to the EPA and submission to Shire of Waroona.HyEnergy green hydrogen and ammonia with huge land and marine impacts – new referral submission to EPA. Rangedale Landholdings with impacts to wetlands and MNES – submission under EPBC Act. Garden Street extension Southern River, a road through a wetland in City of Gosnells – submission to EPA Public Environmental Review. Coogee Chemicals East Rockingham in proximity to TEC, new license submission – submission to DWER.Meetings with the Appeals Convenor on Perth Surf Park, and West and South Erregulla.News & MediaCCWA announce Jess Beckerling as Executive DirectorWA’s leading environmental groups call on Cook Government to scrap changes to EPAParliamentary inquiry finds fossil fuel giants fail to meet obligationsChoking the Energy Transition: Woodside continues to increase emissions amidst climate crisisCCWA respectfully acknowledges the Whadjuk People of the Noongar nation, along with the Traditional Owners of all Countries where it works. We pay our respects to Elders past and present. CCWA seeks to always walk alongside our Aboriginal partners, recognising their continued connection through land, sea, culture and community. Conservation Council of Western Australia · 1186 Hay Street , West Perth, WA 6005, Australia |