Green Issue

Newsletter of The Greens (WA)

Vol. 35, No. 3

June 2026

Articles

Federal Budget Conversations

In conversations about the Federal Budget, Greens should welcome the fairer taxation changes but deplore the NDIS cuts and note missed opportunities

One Nation's Appeal to Young Australians

One Nation's recent surge in the polls is a reflection of genuine voter discontent rather than a temporary fluke, a reality fuelled by a worsening economy

LNG as a Transition Fuel

LNG is really of no help in transitioning out of coal

Barriers to the Electrification of Agriculture

Electrification of farm machinery is emerging but requirements for renewable energy to power it are high and how to provide it needs further thought

Ashes to Ashes

A childhood playground eventually reveals its secrets

From our MPs

Jordon Steele-John’s June Update

Battling to save the NDIS and pointing out the tax flaws in the Federal Budget

Brad Pettitt’s June Update

Budget scrutiny, the prison system, a slowing energy transition, and more, but still able to participate in community events

Sophie McNeill’s June Update

Pointing out the influence of the fossil fuel and mining industries over this Labor Government, taking on One Nation and presenting to the AUKUS Public Inquiry

Tim Clifford’s June Update

Movement on no-fault evictions and rent caps at last, but a band aid budget, and a one year anniversary to celebrate

Jess Beckerling’s June Update

Protecting unique natural environments against predatory extractivism, querying state budget priorities and participating in many community activities

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Published by The Greens (WA) ABN 41 747 355 722, 91/215 Stirling St, Perth, WA 6000

Contributing editors Rob Delves, Chris Johansen, Tamsyn Heynes, Andrew Turk, Tommaso Sewell

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Authorised by Giz Watson & Simone Collins, The Greens (WA), 91/215 Stirling St, Perth, Western Australia 6000. ABN 41 747 355 722