Tensions are escalating in state forests near Bellingen, where a protesters’ camp is locked in a standoff with a heavy police presence
Before the March election, Labor committed to establishing the new national park. But the government has defended the recent forestry activity by saying it had not committed to a suspension or moratorium on logging., and the environment minister, Penny Sharpe, the NSW Greens environment spokesperson, Sue Higginson, said it was distressing to have witnessed the “on-ground destruction and harm” occurring at Newry state forest.
Speaking to Guardian Australia, Higginson drew a parallel between what was occurring on the mid-north coast and the dispute between the government and the NSW Teachers Federation over wages, describing both as a “breach of trust”.“Minns has got to be held accountable for this,” she said. “The Teachers Federation have started a major campaign saying keep your promises. We’re expecting the same with the election commitment to the environment.
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