Tag: Climate protestors

Throw Book at Climate Activists: Perrottet

The 15-month jail term for a climate activist who blocked the Sydney Harbour Bridge is “pleasing to see”, says New South Wales (NSW) Premier Dominic Perrottet, as activists rallied around the country in support of the protester. Deanna “Violet” Maree Coco was sentenced in the Downing Centre Local Court on Friday for blocking peak-hour traffic on…


The New Puritanical Religion in Action

Commentary “Dost thou think because thou art virtuous there shall be no more cakes and ale?” Sir Toby Belch, “Twelfth Night” Youth is often said to be an age of idealism, but if my recollection of my own youth is accurate, it could also be characterized as an age of self-righteousness liberally dosed with hypocrisy, at…


Climate Protestors Block Sydney Harbour Bridge

Climate change activists, including a rural firefighter, have disrupted peak hour traffic in Sydney by parking a truck on the Cahill Expressway on the Sydney Harbour Bridge. It comes as activist group Fireproof Australia follow through on its vow to continue demonstrating, despite increased police powers. New South Wales Police confirmed a police operation was…