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Renewable energy target of 40pc by 2025 to be enshrined in law by Victorian Government
ON ABC NEWS: Mr Andrews said he was confident the laws would pass Parliament, with key Upper House crossbencher James Purcell at the announcement. Emission targets, investment will bring ... -
Heat on Victorian Government to dump controversial fire Bill
FROM THE HERALD SUN: Key crossbench MP James Purcell said he would wait for the report’s release before deciding on how he would vote. “I try not to speculate on ... -
Inquiry recommends lowering the P-plate driving age to 17
A parliamentary committee report tabled today has recommended, by majority decision, lowering Victoria’s P-plate driving age to 17. -
Fracking ban passed: the gate is closed
We voted in Parliament this week for a permanent ban on fracking in Victoria and a continuation of the moratorium on conventional gas until 2020. No Cookies | The Weekly ... -
Purcell backs Climate Laws
IN THE STANDARD: Mr Purcell said he supported the proposed bill because he believed a greater proportion of energy needs should be met by renewable energy. Getting more energy from ... -
Purcell backs abolishing state government
In the Standard: Western Victoria MP James Purcell has backed a proposal made by former Prime Minister Bob Hawke calling for state governments to be abolished. Purcell backs Hawke's ideas Western Victoria ... -
Purcell floats nuclear lifeline for smelter
IN THE STANDARD: Concern about the future of Alcoa Portland has taken an unexpected turn with Member for Western Victoria James Purcell calling for community consultation about getting nuclear power to supply the smelter. ... -
Fracking ban bill gives south-west farmers certainty
IN THE STANDARD: Western Victoria MP James Purcell said regional communities were “thrilled” when he welcomed the legislation on Wednesday. He said the decision was “common sense and a relief for ... -
James Purcell says state government level should go
“Local government is needed, it is the closest level to the people, it is the in-and-under part of the team." Purcell calls for state cull The state government should be ... -
Inquiry traffic safety warning
IN THE STANDARD: “Let them live in Mortlake for a while and try and get public transport into Hamilton or Warrnambool to get to their work,” Mr Purcell said. “I ...
