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Engaging Citizens in our Governance and Democracy

16 October, 2020 - The ACT Greens have a vision for a robust, fair and inclusive democracy. The Greens want more citizen participation in our democracy, and hav...

On Election Eve, old parties fail the test on climate, let future generations down

16 October, 2020 -   By failing to announce policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in a meaningful way, the Labor and Liberal parties are failing t...

ACT Greens pledge more support Canberra’s expectant mothers

15 October, 2020 - Expanding the midwife-led Birth Centre at the Centenary Hospital for Women and Children, and exploring the establishment of a stand-alone bir...

The Greens believe that animals deserve better

15 October, 2020 - Animals are sentient beings with intrinsic moral status, and deserve to be free from direct and indirect human-caused harm. If you believ...

Share our excitement about building a circular economy

14 October, 2020 - There’s now a wide recognition that human beings are living unsustainably on this planet of ours, with its finite space and resources. Plasti...

The Greens pledge to create safer and better lives for older Canberrans

14 October, 2020 - Today the Greens have unveiled their vision for a better normal for older Canberrans. Too often, people find their lives becoming progressive...

‘Food for All’ as ACT Greens pledge comprehensive urban agriculture plan

14 October, 2020 - Ensuring renters have the right to grow food in their backyards and balconies, mandating space for community gardens in all new suburbs, prot...

“A vote for the conservatives is a vote for animal cruelty”: ACT Greens

14 October, 2020 - The ACT Greens have today expressed dismay at the Belco Party’s reported commitment to bring back greyhound racing to the ACT - mere hours af...

We must ensure COVID-19 recovery doesn’t leave people behind, says ACT Greens

13 October, 2020 - The ACT Greens have today launched a major Social Inclusion package, to address the gaps and shortfalls in our social security system. 

Greens plan to keep more Canberrans out of Emergency Departments, lower ED waiting times

11 October, 2020 - The ACT Greens have today outlined an innovative plan to keep more Canberrans out of our Emergency Departments, and to lower ED waiting times...

ACT Greens grow Canberra’s Jobs for the future

8 October, 2020 - As the Federal Budget fails to invest in a green recovery to tackle the climate crisis, or the housing crisis, the ACT Greens will create 4,500 new jobs in the ACT. 

Greens plan for ‘one stop centre’ to support victims of sexual assault

8 October, 2020 - The ACT Greens will look to establish a one stop centre for sexual assault, bringing together key agencies such as forensics, policing, suppor...

Greens pledge major investments in mental health

7 October, 2020 - More supported accommodation, additional rehabilitation beds, improved support for carers, and an expanded mental health crisis service are ke...

ACT Greens announce nation-leading ACT First Nations plan

5 October, 2020 - The ACT Greens will establish a First Nations Social Justice Commissioner within the Human Rights Commission, as part of a comprehensive plan ...