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Dec 2022
22m 16s

Adam Morton on Australia and the climate...

The Guardian
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Labor has had a number of environmental priorities, from trying to slow the rapid decline of Australia’s natural environment to seeking greater influence at international climate talks. Guardian Australia climate and environment editor Adam Morton talks to Jane Lee about how the new government has started to change Australia’s approach to the climate emergen ... Show More
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