BLOGS

12.08.23

Helping native wildlife this summer

Summer’s here, and with extreme temperatures and conditions already occurring across Australia it looks set to be a challenging one for people and wildlife alike. Luckily there are plenty of ways you can help struggling native animals and their habitats– read below for a few ideas! In your backyard Many native species rely on plants […]

BLOGS

12.08.23

Nature Laws Explainer: Protecting Marine and Migratory Species 

One of the success stories of the current Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation 1999 (EPBC Act) is the significant improvements we’ve seen in the management of export fisheries. That’s because if a fishery wishes to export product, they require a trade approval, which can only be given if they meet the ecologically sustainability requirements of […]

MEDIA RELEASES

12.08.23

STATEMENT: Closing of 2023 brings much needed focus on nature repair

Today the Australian Parliament passed the Nature Repair Act 2023, an Act to establish a national voluntary framework for projects to enhance or protect biodiversity.  HSI Australia has previously welcomed the establishment of a system for encouraging private investment into nature conservation. We believe private investment in nature repair is needed to help reverse the […]

MEDIA RELEASES

12.04.23

South Korea announces plan to ban dog meat industry by 2027

Humane Society International/Korea urges swift legislation to ‘close this miserable chapter in Korea’s history and embrace a dog friendly future’ SEOUL (17 Nov. 2023)—In an historic announcement, the South Korean government has stated that before the end of this year it will introduce a bill to ban the dog meat industry, which sees up to […]

MEDIA RELEASES

12.01.23

Does Tasmania really want another thylacine on its hands?

Federal Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek has to use her powers to stop another Tasmanian extinction – that of the Maugean skate Federal review of salmon farming in Macquarie Harbour needed for Maugean skate’s survival, but time is running out Tasmanian EPA’s decision to renew salmon licences for two years a “catastrophic” risk for survival of […]

BLOGS

11.22.23

5 family-friendly sanctuaries to visit these holidays

Looking for some travel inspiration for the upcoming holiday season? We’ve got you covered! Our Wildlife Land Trust’s Sanctuaries You Can Stay program features bush retreats, eco-friendly farmstays and stunning campsites around Australia, with something to fit every budget and interest. Adventurous families can explore beaches, woodlands and rainforests, and for those looking to relax […]

BLOGS

11.21.23

Nature Laws Explainer: Community Rights in Decision Making

Image Credit: Rae Harvey Wild2Free The 2020 review of the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act) found a lack of trust in the Act due to poor transparency, inadequate opportunities for public participation in decision-making, limited pathways for legal review, and a lack of accountability in decision making. The review also found […]

BLOGS

11.08.23

Preview of new nature laws reveals both promise and problems

Last week, HSI Australia joined the two-day stakeholder ‘lock up’ to preview some of the proposed elements of our new nature laws. Our take? There are a number of features that, if done well, have good potential to drive the transformational change we’ve been asking for. Unfortunately, as it’s currently being drafted, there are too […]

BLOGS

10.31.23

Celebrating Halloween with Australia’s weird and wonderful wildlife

It’s the spooky season, and Australians are lucky to have a huge diversity of weird and wonderful wildlife to send shivers down your spine! From creepy but cute to downright macabre, here are some of our favourite native species to help you celebrate Halloween this year: Barking Owls Owls carry a wide range of meanings, […]