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We’re working to save the climate, land, air and water – here’s how it’s going …

Nanna News 23 Feb 2026

Nannas visit MPs offices, follow the Senate disinformation hearings, and learn about the changing maps of the Great Koala National Park. We support a community against a coal mine appeal,…

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Heatwaves – how Nannas keep cool

Heat related illnesses can be mild to severe, ranging from heat stress, to heat exhaustion and heat stroke, which can rapidly become life threatening. Older women are particularly vulnerable to…

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Good News February 20, 2026

Happy accidents and medical responsibility in this weeks good news! Carbon price no longer “electoral kryptonite,” survey finds (Renew Economy) Mandatory rollout of electronic camera monitoring coming for trawlers in…

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Centennial Coal & Sydney Water

Did you know that if you walk into a Sydney Catchment Special Area you could be fined up to $44,000? So why are coal mines allowed to pump their “treated”…

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Nanna News 16 Feb 2026

Last week Nannas pressured MPs for an independent investigation into police violence at the protest against Israeli President Herzog’s visit, attended a koala trivia night, wrote submissions, and learnt about…

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Action of the Week 16 Feb 2026

Our democratic right to protest peacefully is being undermined by our governments. You didn’t need to be at Sydney Town Hall on Monday 9 February and witness police brutality to…

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Good News February 13, 2026

Flying Ferries and Fungal Frogs in this weeks good news! Mandatory roll out of electronic camera monitoring coming for trawlers in Great Barrier Reef Marine Park (ABC News) First solar-battery…

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Regional Nanna News 11 Feb 2026

Regional Knitting Nannas met on Monday 2 February 2026 to talk about recent activities and plans for the coming year. There’s a lot going on in the regions. Hunter On…

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