Member for Wollondilly, Judy Hannan MP this week has spoken on the matter of Koala habitats that are under risk from logging, large industries and housing.
In Parliament, Judy Hannan MP said, “Gilead is a beautiful area, idyllic and has been home to koalas that populate the Dharawal lands in my electorate. Unfortunately these koalas have chosen some trees that are in the way of some profits, at least that is how the developers view them.”
“This aggressive nature and pushing the boundaries is natural for the company, which has reported no tax payments for years, with massive claims. It is not right that a multinational company like Lendlease makes profits off our area, destroys koala habitats and does not give even its fair share” said Judy Hannan MP.
“I am adding my voice to the NSW Government Environment and Heritage Group who have stated the Gilead proposal is inconsistent from the Office of the NSW Chief Scientist and Engineer” said Judy Hannan MP.
Continuing, Judy Hannan MP said, “I recognise and thank Ethical Superannuation for their decision to divest any funds in the Lendlease Group and encourage anyone else who is able to do the same and switch the funds to another more environmentally friendly Australian company.”
Full speech video available: https://youtu.be/c4XTtzQ0UFw
Full hansard link: Legislative Assembly Hansard - 31 May 2023 - Proof (nsw.gov.au)
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