What happens when truth-telling becomes action? At Melbourne Writers Festival’s Making the Victorian Treaty panel, First Peoples leaders and advocates explored Victoria’s landmark Treaty and the decades of work behind it. By Alexi Freeman
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At the Melbourne Writers Festival 2026, Dr. Bob Brown reclaimed the term while tracing a centuries-long tradition of environmental courage. From historic acts of sacrifice to modern campaigns protecting Tasmania’s forests, he connects past and present in a compelling call to action. By Alexi Freeman
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As climate change threatens island resorts, destinations like the Torres Strait, Maldives and Tuvalu are adapting through activism, innovation, and digital preservation. By Alexi Freeman
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Light, strong and versatile, plastic is undoubtedly a miracle material. Still, the question of how to recycle the 70 billion pieces of soft “scrunchable” plastics Australians use annually poses significant waste management challenges. By Alexi Freeman
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Communities are tackling rising temperatures with the powerful impact of tiny forests. These small, dense patches of native plants cool urban areas, restore biodiversity, and enhance well-being. By Berenice Chong
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With an estimated 2.24 billion tonnes of waste generated annually, and the waste management industry struggling to keep up, could micro hubs be the solution? By Daniel Vlahek
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As climate change heats up the planet, athletes and fans are stepping up for action. From solar-powered Super Bowls to player-led climate petitions, sports are scoring big for the environment. Meet the game-changers leading the charge to a greener, cooler future. By Daniel Simons
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Damon Gameau has undoubtedly become one of the most beloved environmentalists in Australia. His infectious and empowering optimism and visionary creations of ‘fact-based dreaming’ have opened the world to a new era of solutions storytelling. We get Damon’s insights into regeneration and impact filmmaking.
Words by Daniel Simons
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There aren’t many artists on the planet who can say – with confidence – that their work changed the world, but Josh Fox can. A prolific creator and activist who has been sparking social change for decades, Fox is arguably one of the most recognised environmentalists of recent history, as well as being an actor, musician and visual artist. But what Josh Fox is probably most well known for is his 2010 feature documentary, Gasland.
Words by Daniel Simons
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When we imagine combating climate change, we usually think about net-zero pledges, solar panels, electric cars and keeping coal in the ground. But, what should be front of mind is what we put in our mouths.
Words by Daniel Simons
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