Gollan Hotel Lismore No, not again! A third straight La Niña is likely – here’s how you and your family can prepare Hearts sank along the Australian east coast this week when the Bureau of Meteorology announced a third consecutive La Niña was likely this year. La Niña weather events typically deliver above-average rainfall in spring and summer. But the last two La Niñas mean our catchments are already full. Dams are at capacity, soils are saturated and rivers are high. In some cases, there’s nowhere for the rains to go except over land. Over the past 18 months, many communities have been hit by floods – some more than once . For these residents, the prospect of a third La Niña will be extremely concerning. And some people who’ve never experienced floods may now be at risk. Our current research project is examining the experiences of flood-hit communities in New South Wales and Queensland – and our interviews have already yielded useful insights. So let’s take ...
Shadows of Funding: Unmasking the Hidden Backers Fueling Australia's Pro-Palestine Fury
Y Palestine Action Group Sydney Unpacking the Palestine Action Group : Funding, Faces, and the Australian Pro-Palestine Movement In the heart of Australia's bustling cities, voices rise in unison, chanting for justice and peace in Palestine. The Palestine Action Group (PAG), also known as Palestine Action Group Sydney, has become a prominent force in organizing these protests. But who funds this grassroots powerhouse, and who are the people filling the streets? Amidst debates about their origins and participants' appearances, let's dive into the facts behind PAG's operations and the diverse crowds they attract. What is the Palestine Action Group? PAG PAG is an Australian activist organization dedicated to advocating for Palestinian rights . They focus on highlighting Israel's actions in Gaza and the West Bank , organizing rallies, sit-ins, and awareness campaigns. It's important to distinguish them from the UK-based "Palestine Action," a separat...
