Peter Newell
@peternewell.bsky.social
Academic, activist, lover of nature, football, drums & dogs
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Towards a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty (FF-NPT)
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@peternewell.bsky.social @andrewsimms.bsky.social 2019
#ParentsForFuture has stood behind @fossiltreaty.bsky.social since day one.
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@peternewell.bsky.social @andrewsimms.bsky.social 2019
#ParentsForFuture has stood behind @fossiltreaty.bsky.social since day one.
![Screenshot von zwei Twitter-Beiträgen aus 2019 zum Thema Klimapolitik und fossile Brennstoffe.
Der obere Beitrag stammt von „Parents For Future #EndFossilFuels...“ (10. Juli 2019) und fordert eine „Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty (FF-NPT)“. Zitat: „[...] leave large swathes of remaining fossil fuels in the ground. Towards that end, we make the case for a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty (FF-NPT) to deal with emissions at source.“ Darunter ein Link: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/14693062.2019.1636759
Der eingebettete Tweet darunter ist von „Peter Newell“ (08. Juli 2019) und kündigt einen neuen Artikel in *Climate Policy* an: „New article just published in Climate Policy on the need for a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty Towards a fossil fuel non-proliferation treaty https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/14693062.2019.1636759 ...](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:vb4q6gkecpq2rx2d6rrpbqio/bafkreifihca7lzcayaxqircrwffenlsw6n3qa4rjg6ixncmeltaftrjneu@jpeg)
November 21, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Towards a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty (FF-NPT)
▶️ www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
@peternewell.bsky.social @andrewsimms.bsky.social 2019
#ParentsForFuture has stood behind @fossiltreaty.bsky.social since day one.
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@peternewell.bsky.social @andrewsimms.bsky.social 2019
#ParentsForFuture has stood behind @fossiltreaty.bsky.social since day one.
The world is watching @cop30brazil.bsky.social. Show leadership and add the fossil fuel phase-out roadmap to the #COP30 agreement. Listen to @lulaoficialbluesky.bsky.social and follow the 80+ countries that want justice! Climate targets cannot be met without cutting fossil fuels @suspol.bsky.social
November 21, 2025 at 9:06 PM
The world is watching @cop30brazil.bsky.social. Show leadership and add the fossil fuel phase-out roadmap to the #COP30 agreement. Listen to @lulaoficialbluesky.bsky.social and follow the 80+ countries that want justice! Climate targets cannot be met without cutting fossil fuels @suspol.bsky.social
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States of transition? From governing the environment to transforming society
@peternewell.bsky.social's new book examines state power within broader social relations to explore the possibilities and challenges of building a ‘transition state’.
isrf.org/blog/states-...
@peternewell.bsky.social's new book examines state power within broader social relations to explore the possibilities and challenges of building a ‘transition state’.
isrf.org/blog/states-...
States of transition? From governing the environment to transforming society
isrf.org
November 19, 2025 at 3:31 PM
States of transition? From governing the environment to transforming society
@peternewell.bsky.social's new book examines state power within broader social relations to explore the possibilities and challenges of building a ‘transition state’.
isrf.org/blog/states-...
@peternewell.bsky.social's new book examines state power within broader social relations to explore the possibilities and challenges of building a ‘transition state’.
isrf.org/blog/states-...
New blog for @isrfoundation.bsky.social on my new book States of Transition with @universitypress.cambridge.org
isrf.org/blog/states-... @sussexfss.bsky.social
isrf.org/blog/states-... @sussexfss.bsky.social
States of transition? From governing the environment to transforming society
isrf.org
November 18, 2025 at 2:18 PM
New blog for @isrfoundation.bsky.social on my new book States of Transition with @universitypress.cambridge.org
isrf.org/blog/states-... @sussexfss.bsky.social
isrf.org/blog/states-... @sussexfss.bsky.social
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#Cambodia just became the 18th country to officially support the #FossilFuelTreaty! 🇰🇭
At #COP30 in Belém, Cambodia affirmed their commitment to a fast, fair and financed global transition aligned with a low-carbon, climate-resilient future.
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At #COP30 in Belém, Cambodia affirmed their commitment to a fast, fair and financed global transition aligned with a low-carbon, climate-resilient future.
🔗 FossilFuelTreaty.org/cambodia%EF%...
November 17, 2025 at 5:21 PM
#Cambodia just became the 18th country to officially support the #FossilFuelTreaty! 🇰🇭
At #COP30 in Belém, Cambodia affirmed their commitment to a fast, fair and financed global transition aligned with a low-carbon, climate-resilient future.
🔗 FossilFuelTreaty.org/cambodia%EF%...
At #COP30 in Belém, Cambodia affirmed their commitment to a fast, fair and financed global transition aligned with a low-carbon, climate-resilient future.
🔗 FossilFuelTreaty.org/cambodia%EF%...
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💨 In 2025, a report from the Royal College of Physicians found that air pollution contributed to 30,000 deaths in the UK in 2025 and cost the UK upwards of £27 billion annually – and may be as much as £50 billion when wider impacts, such as dementia, are accounted for.
November 14, 2025 at 10:10 AM
💨 In 2025, a report from the Royal College of Physicians found that air pollution contributed to 30,000 deaths in the UK in 2025 and cost the UK upwards of £27 billion annually – and may be as much as £50 billion when wider impacts, such as dementia, are accounted for.
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📢 ❗Just published: "Solar geoengineering for profit"
In this new blog, a group of academics responds to recent for-profit solar geoengineering ventures.
www.solargeoeng.org/solar-geoeng...
Their key message? 🧵👇
1/8
In this new blog, a group of academics responds to recent for-profit solar geoengineering ventures.
www.solargeoeng.org/solar-geoeng...
Their key message? 🧵👇
1/8
Solar geoengineering for profit - Solar Geoengineering Non-Use Agreement
Advocates of solar geoengineering are dismayed. But why are they surprised?
www.solargeoeng.org
November 13, 2025 at 1:04 PM
📢 ❗Just published: "Solar geoengineering for profit"
In this new blog, a group of academics responds to recent for-profit solar geoengineering ventures.
www.solargeoeng.org/solar-geoeng...
Their key message? 🧵👇
1/8
In this new blog, a group of academics responds to recent for-profit solar geoengineering ventures.
www.solargeoeng.org/solar-geoeng...
Their key message? 🧵👇
1/8
New @ids.ac.uk bulletin on Struggles for Justice in the Energy Transition: Views from the Frontlines
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www.ids.ac.uk/publications... @suspol.bsky.social @sussexfss.bsky.social
Struggles for Justice in the Energy Transition: Views from the Front Lines - Institute of Development Studies
The articles in this IDS Bulletin highlight cases of advocacy being used to strengthen community voices to make the processes of consultation more inclusive and empowering of marginalised perspectives...
www.ids.ac.uk
November 12, 2025 at 7:36 PM
New @ids.ac.uk bulletin on Struggles for Justice in the Energy Transition: Views from the Frontlines
www.ids.ac.uk/publications... @suspol.bsky.social @sussexfss.bsky.social
www.ids.ac.uk/publications... @suspol.bsky.social @sussexfss.bsky.social
I am thrilled that @carolinelucas.bsky.social is joining Sussex University as Professor of Practice in Environmental Sustainability to help me and my colleagues in the School of Progressive Futures support critically needed research, teaching and civic engagement on this vital issue. @sussex.ac.uk
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Dr Caroline Lucas, former leader of the Green Party and MP for Brighton Pavilion, as the University's first Professor of Practice in Environmental Sustainability at the Sussex School for Progressive Futures (SSPF).
Caroline Lucas appointed as new Professor of Practice at the University of Sussex
Caroline Lucas has been appointed by the University of Sussex as its first Professor of Practice in Environmental Sustainability.
www.sussex.ac.uk
November 7, 2025 at 10:56 AM
I am thrilled that @carolinelucas.bsky.social is joining Sussex University as Professor of Practice in Environmental Sustainability to help me and my colleagues in the School of Progressive Futures support critically needed research, teaching and civic engagement on this vital issue. @sussex.ac.uk
My new book is out States of Transition: From Governing the Environment to Transforming Society published by @universitypress.cambridge.org
With thanks to @carolinelucas.bsky.social @profjohnbarry.bsky.social & Jennifer Clapp for generous endorsements
With thanks to @carolinelucas.bsky.social @profjohnbarry.bsky.social & Jennifer Clapp for generous endorsements
November 7, 2025 at 9:42 AM
My new book is out States of Transition: From Governing the Environment to Transforming Society published by @universitypress.cambridge.org
With thanks to @carolinelucas.bsky.social @profjohnbarry.bsky.social & Jennifer Clapp for generous endorsements
With thanks to @carolinelucas.bsky.social @profjohnbarry.bsky.social & Jennifer Clapp for generous endorsements
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🛢️We cannot lose sight of phasing out fossil fuels.
@freddiedaley.bsky.social and @peternewell.bsky.social have a piece in The National Interest pushing back on the “build now, break later” mantra in the energy transition.
nationalinterest.org/blog/energy-...
A 🧵 on why that approach is risky👇
@freddiedaley.bsky.social and @peternewell.bsky.social have a piece in The National Interest pushing back on the “build now, break later” mantra in the energy transition.
nationalinterest.org/blog/energy-...
A 🧵 on why that approach is risky👇
We Cannot Lose Sight of Phasing Out Fossil Fuels
Phasing out the use of fossil fuels, not just simply rebuilding low-carbon systems, should be the goal of COP30.
nationalinterest.org
November 3, 2025 at 1:24 PM
🛢️We cannot lose sight of phasing out fossil fuels.
@freddiedaley.bsky.social and @peternewell.bsky.social have a piece in The National Interest pushing back on the “build now, break later” mantra in the energy transition.
nationalinterest.org/blog/energy-...
A 🧵 on why that approach is risky👇
@freddiedaley.bsky.social and @peternewell.bsky.social have a piece in The National Interest pushing back on the “build now, break later” mantra in the energy transition.
nationalinterest.org/blog/energy-...
A 🧵 on why that approach is risky👇
Join us live from COP30 to hear 'Voices from the front lines of energy transitions' www.ids.ac.uk/events/live-... @suspol.bsky.social @fossilexit.bsky.social @fossilfueltreaty.bsky.social @sussexfss.bsky.social
Live from COP30: Voices from the front lines of energy transitions - Institute of Development Studies
This webinar brings together voices from marginalised front-line territories of energy extraction and transition, presenting their struggles to construct more just energy futures.
www.ids.ac.uk
October 30, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Join us live from COP30 to hear 'Voices from the front lines of energy transitions' www.ids.ac.uk/events/live-... @suspol.bsky.social @fossilexit.bsky.social @fossilfueltreaty.bsky.social @sussexfss.bsky.social
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New blog from @peternewell.bsky.social
'States of transition? From governing the environment to transforming society.'
What is the role of the state in supporting transitions and deeper transformations towards a more sustainable world?
www.bisa.ac.uk/articles/sta...
'States of transition? From governing the environment to transforming society.'
What is the role of the state in supporting transitions and deeper transformations towards a more sustainable world?
www.bisa.ac.uk/articles/sta...
States of transition? From governing the environment to transforming society- Environment and Climate Politics | BISA
- Environment and Climate Politics Working Group
www.bisa.ac.uk
October 30, 2025 at 7:39 AM
New blog from @peternewell.bsky.social
'States of transition? From governing the environment to transforming society.'
What is the role of the state in supporting transitions and deeper transformations towards a more sustainable world?
www.bisa.ac.uk/articles/sta...
'States of transition? From governing the environment to transforming society.'
What is the role of the state in supporting transitions and deeper transformations towards a more sustainable world?
www.bisa.ac.uk/articles/sta...
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📣 New blog from the University of Amsterdam’s CLIFF project team asking:
'Can the Global South exercise its right to develop while the world must leave fossil fuels underground?' 🧵
www.sussex.ac.uk/research/pro...
'Can the Global South exercise its right to develop while the world must leave fossil fuels underground?' 🧵
www.sussex.ac.uk/research/pro...
Reconciling the Global South’s Right to Develop with Leaving Fossil Fuels Underground
The Global South is home to 78% of unburnable reserves, which raises urgent questions of equity, justice and the right to development.
www.sussex.ac.uk
October 21, 2025 at 12:31 PM
📣 New blog from the University of Amsterdam’s CLIFF project team asking:
'Can the Global South exercise its right to develop while the world must leave fossil fuels underground?' 🧵
www.sussex.ac.uk/research/pro...
'Can the Global South exercise its right to develop while the world must leave fossil fuels underground?' 🧵
www.sussex.ac.uk/research/pro...
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The price of partnership with the United States has changed. Washington is now using assurances of defence and trade access to pressure allies in Europe and Asia to buy more of its fossil fuels under decades-long contracts. theconversation.com/trump-is-pus...
Trump is pushing allies to buy US gas. It’s bad economics – and a catastrophe for the climate
As China secures its role in clean tech exports, the US is doubling down on fossil fuels – and pushing allies to buy US gas.
theconversation.com
October 21, 2025 at 1:02 AM
The price of partnership with the United States has changed. Washington is now using assurances of defence and trade access to pressure allies in Europe and Asia to buy more of its fossil fuels under decades-long contracts. theconversation.com/trump-is-pus...
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UK food inflation is being driven by climate change-induced extreme weather, driving up price of butter, milk, beef, chocolate & coffee
The price rises in those staples is contributing 40% of overall food inflation
Climate change is hitting peoples' pockets, right now
www.ft.com/content/ced8...
The price rises in those staples is contributing 40% of overall food inflation
Climate change is hitting peoples' pockets, right now
www.ft.com/content/ced8...
Five staples fuelling UK food inflation as climate risks rise, study finds
Findings challenge narrative that food price growth is being driven by higher taxes and wage costs
www.ft.com
October 21, 2025 at 6:28 AM
UK food inflation is being driven by climate change-induced extreme weather, driving up price of butter, milk, beef, chocolate & coffee
The price rises in those staples is contributing 40% of overall food inflation
Climate change is hitting peoples' pockets, right now
www.ft.com/content/ced8...
The price rises in those staples is contributing 40% of overall food inflation
Climate change is hitting peoples' pockets, right now
www.ft.com/content/ced8...
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🔜 Next week in #ECPRSeminars on Energy Politics, Policy and Governance ⤵️
🎙️ @peternewell.bsky.social @lslothuus.bsky.social @freddiedaley.bsky.social explore how leading 🌍 countries are limiting fossil fuels and what it means for climate governance
💻 Fri 31 Oct, 12:00–13:00 GMT
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🎙️ @peternewell.bsky.social @lslothuus.bsky.social @freddiedaley.bsky.social explore how leading 🌍 countries are limiting fossil fuels and what it means for climate governance
💻 Fri 31 Oct, 12:00–13:00 GMT
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October 20, 2025 at 11:02 AM
🔜 Next week in #ECPRSeminars on Energy Politics, Policy and Governance ⤵️
🎙️ @peternewell.bsky.social @lslothuus.bsky.social @freddiedaley.bsky.social explore how leading 🌍 countries are limiting fossil fuels and what it means for climate governance
💻 Fri 31 Oct, 12:00–13:00 GMT
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🎙️ @peternewell.bsky.social @lslothuus.bsky.social @freddiedaley.bsky.social explore how leading 🌍 countries are limiting fossil fuels and what it means for climate governance
💻 Fri 31 Oct, 12:00–13:00 GMT
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New analysis from @climateanalytics.org reveals: Carbon Capture & Storage - #CCS - is a high-risk gamble for Asia.
Japan, Korea & Australia are pouring subsidies into CCS to prolong fossil fuel use — potentially locking in 25 billion tonnes of emissions by 2050.
🔗 bit.ly/3IQa0eL
Japan, Korea & Australia are pouring subsidies into CCS to prolong fossil fuel use — potentially locking in 25 billion tonnes of emissions by 2050.
🔗 bit.ly/3IQa0eL
The global climate risks of Asia’s expansive carbon capture and…
This report looks at the climate and economic implications of Asia’s promotion of carbon capture and storage (CCS) to reduce fossil fuel emissions.
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October 6, 2025 at 9:59 AM
New analysis from @climateanalytics.org reveals: Carbon Capture & Storage - #CCS - is a high-risk gamble for Asia.
Japan, Korea & Australia are pouring subsidies into CCS to prolong fossil fuel use — potentially locking in 25 billion tonnes of emissions by 2050.
🔗 bit.ly/3IQa0eL
Japan, Korea & Australia are pouring subsidies into CCS to prolong fossil fuel use — potentially locking in 25 billion tonnes of emissions by 2050.
🔗 bit.ly/3IQa0eL
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Senior Tories dismayed at Badenoch’s ‘catastrophic’ vow to repeal Climate Change Act: Theresa May, Alok Sharma, business and church leaders say plan would harm UK and not even Margaret Thatcher would have countenanced it UK politics live – latest updates The former prime minister Theres...
Senior Tories dismayed at Badenoch’s ‘catastrophic’ vow to repeal Climate Change Act
Senior Tories dismayed at Badenoch’s ‘catastrophic’ vow to repeal Climate Change Act: Theresa May, Alok Sharma, business and church leaders say plan would harm UK and not even Margaret Thatcher would have countenanced it UK politics live – latest updates The former prime minister Theres...
www.theguardian.com
October 2, 2025 at 1:38 PM
Senior Tories dismayed at Badenoch’s ‘catastrophic’ vow to repeal Climate Change Act: Theresa May, Alok Sharma, business and church leaders say plan would harm UK and not even Margaret Thatcher would have countenanced it UK politics live – latest updates The former prime minister Theres...
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Newsweek #Climate
At COP28, oil-rich Colombia moves to end fossil fuels and protect forests
Colombian Environment Minister Susana Muhamad said her country is reducing fossil fuels and deforestation, but global economics don't support climate action.
www.newsweek.com
September 27, 2025 at 4:20 AM
Newsweek #Climate
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World’s oceans fail key health check as acidity crosses critical threshold for marine life: Scientists call for renewed global effort to curb fossil fuels as seven of nine planetary boundaries now transgressed The world’s oceans have failed a key planetary health check for the first time,...
World’s oceans fail key health check as acidity crosses critical threshold for marine life
World’s oceans fail key health check as acidity crosses critical threshold for marine life: Scientists call for renewed global effort to curb fossil fuels as seven of nine planetary boundaries now transgressed The world’s oceans have failed a key planetary health check for the first time,...
www.theguardian.com
September 24, 2025 at 4:38 PM
World’s oceans fail key health check as acidity crosses critical threshold for marine life: Scientists call for renewed global effort to curb fossil fuels as seven of nine planetary boundaries now transgressed The world’s oceans have failed a key planetary health check for the first time,...
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🚨 Breaking news from the #UNGA sidelines:
🇨🇴 Colombia will host the 1st International Conference on the Phase-Out of Fossil Fuels in April 2026
Read our press release to learn more: fossilfueltreaty.org/phase-out-conference
#FossilFuelTreaty #PhaseOutSummit #FossilFreeFuture #ClimateJustice #UNGA
🇨🇴 Colombia will host the 1st International Conference on the Phase-Out of Fossil Fuels in April 2026
Read our press release to learn more: fossilfueltreaty.org/phase-out-conference
#FossilFuelTreaty #PhaseOutSummit #FossilFreeFuture #ClimateJustice #UNGA
Government of Colombia Announces First International Conference for the Phase-Out of Fossil Fuels — The Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty Initiative
During the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York City, Colombia proudly announces its plan to host the First International Conference for the Phase-Out of Fossil Fuels in April 2026. The ...
fossilfueltreaty.org
September 22, 2025 at 12:51 PM
🚨 Breaking news from the #UNGA sidelines:
🇨🇴 Colombia will host the 1st International Conference on the Phase-Out of Fossil Fuels in April 2026
Read our press release to learn more: fossilfueltreaty.org/phase-out-conference
#FossilFuelTreaty #PhaseOutSummit #FossilFreeFuture #ClimateJustice #UNGA
🇨🇴 Colombia will host the 1st International Conference on the Phase-Out of Fossil Fuels in April 2026
Read our press release to learn more: fossilfueltreaty.org/phase-out-conference
#FossilFuelTreaty #PhaseOutSummit #FossilFreeFuture #ClimateJustice #UNGA
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Nations’ plans to ramp up coal, gas and oil extraction ‘will put climate goals beyond reach’ #Climate
Nations’ plans to ramp up coal, gas and oil extraction ‘will put climate goals beyond reach’
New data shows governments now planning more fossil fuel production in coming decades than they were in 2023
www.theguardian.com
September 22, 2025 at 4:38 AM
Nations’ plans to ramp up coal, gas and oil extraction ‘will put climate goals beyond reach’ #Climate
Amazing contribution from @rebeccasolnit.bsky.social at the @fossiltreaty.bsky.social virtual summit. Grateful for her conviction that ‘the fossil fuel treaty is making the future liveable for humans & more than humans alike’. @suspol.bsky.social @sussexfss.bsky.social @andrewsimms.bsky.social
September 15, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Amazing contribution from @rebeccasolnit.bsky.social at the @fossiltreaty.bsky.social virtual summit. Grateful for her conviction that ‘the fossil fuel treaty is making the future liveable for humans & more than humans alike’. @suspol.bsky.social @sussexfss.bsky.social @andrewsimms.bsky.social
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"The advisory opinion of the ICJ made it clear that going down the fossil fuel production expansion is an internationally wrongful act under international law," Regenvanu said. www.sbs.com.au/news/article...
'Wrongful act': Vanuatu warns Australia may break international law if gas project goes ahead
A senior Pacific minister has warned Australia's energy transition is no longer defensible, following a landmark legal ruling.
www.sbs.com.au
September 11, 2025 at 2:36 AM
"The advisory opinion of the ICJ made it clear that going down the fossil fuel production expansion is an internationally wrongful act under international law," Regenvanu said. www.sbs.com.au/news/article...