A recent survey conducted by the Biodiversity Council reveals that a vast majority of Australians, 96%, believe that more action is needed to protect the natural environment. Two-thirds of Australians express moderate to extreme concern over the loss of local plants and animals. Despite cost of living being the top issue, environmental concerns rank closely behind alongside housing, healthcare, and the economy. Furthermore, 75% support stronger national nature laws, highlighting a disconnect with current political decisions that prioritize industry interests over environmental protections.
A recent survey indicated that 96% of Australians believe more action is necessary to protect the natural environment, revealing a significant disconnect with political priorities.
While many Australians are anxious about environmental issues, the prevailing focus remains on the cost of living, with environmental concerns ranking second in priority.
Three-quarters of those surveyed support the establishment of stronger national nature laws that delineate clear standards for evaluating development proposals against environmental criteria.
The Biodiversity Council's findings resonate with previous surveys from 2022 and 2023, illustrating a consistent public demand for prioritizing environmental issues despite governmental trends.
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