Senate report recommends huge investment in environmental restoration, voluntary buy-back scheme for fishing licences, and a new disaster declaration and framework for climate events
Senate report recommends huge investment in environmental restoration, voluntary buy-back scheme for fishing licences, and a new disaster declaration and framework for climate events | Australian Greens Skip to main content Search Get Involved Join Donate Our plan Tax the 1% Tackle the cost of living Healthcare for all Fix the housing crisis Strong climate action Policy principles & aims Our team Federal MPs State/territory MPs Officeholders Media releases Take action Volunteer Donate Issues & campaigns Events Greens Shop Leave a bequest Our movement About the Greens Become a member Jobs Green Magazine All news Get Involved Join Donate Search Our plan Toggle Tax the 1% Tackle the cost of living Healthcare for all Fix the housing crisis Strong climate action Policy principles & aims Our team Toggle Federal MPs State/territory MPs Officeholders Media releases Take action Toggle Volunteer Donate Issues & campaigns Events Greens Shop Leave a bequest Our movement Toggle About the Greens Become a member Jobs Green Magazine All news Senate report recommends huge investment in environmental restoration, voluntary buy-back scheme for fishing licences, and a new disaster declaration and framework for climate events 2025-11-11 The parliamentary inquiry into the toxic algal bloom in South Australia has today handed down its report.
The key recommendations include the federal government leading the development of a new national framework to respond to climate induced ecological events, and a review of the definitions relating to national disasters to ensure events like the toxic algal bloom are covered. The unanimous report also recommends substantial funding to be directed to urgent and sustained environmental restoration, research and monitoring programs.
A Job Keeper style support program is recommended to help impacted individuals and businesses along the coast. The Senate report recommends a voluntary buyback scheme for fishing licenses and a targeted tourism recovery fund. On the health impacts of the toxic algal bloom, the report makes it clear that the community requires and expects the Government to deliver clear, timely and science backed health advice.
Quotes attributable to Chair of the inquiry Sarah Hanson-Young, Senator for South Australia and Greens Spokesperson for the Environment: “South Australians are bearing the brunt of one of the worst climate induced events in our nation's history. We are the canary in the coal mine when it comes to responding, preparing for and mitigating the worst of the climate crisis.
“This inquiry has laid bare just how ill-prepared both the state and federal governments were for this type of ecological and economic disaster. “South Australians should not be left to deal with the cleanup of this disaster on our own. The unanimous report from the committee has called for more coordination and support to be led by the federal government in the case of such climate induced events.
“A $500 million Marine Environment Restoration Fund, funded by the federal government is required to drive urgent, large-scale recovery in South Australian waters: restoring reefs, regenerating seagrass, and helping coastal ecosystems heal. “Government must deliver timely, clear and scientifically informed health advice issued to the South Australian community.
As we come into summer it is essential that South Australians know if it is safe to be at the beach. “The toxic algal bloom has been a devastating climate disaster that has decimated South Australia’s environment and industry and deeply impacted our community. This inquiry has been an important way for South Australians to have their voices heard in Canberra.
“The pressure created by community voices through this inquiry has seen both state and federal governments put significant funding on the table to address the issues caused by the algal bloom. “We don’t know how long the algal bloom will persist but we do know that there is going to be an ongoing need for funding and support from the federal government. South Australia will need assistance in the management, clean up and recovery efforts for our environment, industries and community, potentially for years to come.” Facebook for the Australian Greens YouTube for the Australian Greens X for the Australian Greens Instagram for the Australian Greens Bluesky for the Australian Greens Privacy Members website Your safety Contact us Our plan Tax the 1% Tackle the cost of living Healthcare for all Fix the housing crisis Strong climate action In your language 2025 policy platform Policy principles & aims Our team Federal MPs State/territory MPs Officeholders Federal portfolios Federal media releases Take action Volunteer Donate Issues & campaigns Upcoming events Greens Shop Leave a bequest Green Magazine All news Our movement About the Greens Become a member Jobs Members website State/territory parties Contact us The Greens acknowledge the Traditional Owners of country throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and culture.
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