Tag Archives: road – cycle

When the ship of state strikes rocks…

As a global economic depression begins to look ever more likely, what are the prospects for redirecting our own economy? [24 January 2012 | Peter Boyer] If there’s a single all-embracing emblem of what most of our political and business … Continue reading

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Is rail an antidote to spreading tarmac syndrome?

Transport is Tasmania’s largest source of carbon emissions, so any idea that promises to reduce car usage is very welcome. The proposal to re-open Hobart’s northern suburbs rail line for commuter transport is now getting the attention it deserves. 9 … Continue reading

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Climate education is a two-way process

The young and the not-so-young alike have much to gain from putting an effort into climate change education. [15 June 2010 | Peter Boyer] Hidden in the global debate about the science behind man-made climate change is a simple truth: the … Continue reading

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