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We are a political party that aims to achieve social and economic justice, a sustainable environment, peace and a real future for our children. To understand what the Greens stand for please read our charter, our policies and browse this web site. Please also visit the Australian Greens national site.
The SA Greens are represented in the State and Federal Parliaments by Mark Parnell MLC, since the 2006 State Election, and Senator Sarah Hanson-Young, who was elected in the 2007 Federal Election. Both are working hard to represent the views of all South Australians who wish to see a more sustainable, equitable state.
LATEST MEDIA RELEASES
Climate change refugees a responsibility for Australia
06/10/2008: Greens Senator Sarah Hanson-Young says Australia has a responsibility to support the people of Tuvalu, as a neighbouring compassionate nation. more...
Federal Government 'on notice' over boat people treatment
01/10/2008: Greens Senator Sarah Hanson-Young has put the Federal Government “on notice” over the treatment of a group of boat people who have been transferred to Christmas Island, saying that it will be a test of the Government’s new immigration policy. more...
Greens to push for 26 weeks’ paid parental leave
30/09/2008: Greens Senator Sarah Hanson-Young says the Greens will push for 26 weeks’ paid parental leave, saying that such a scheme will provide better support for parents and babies. more...
Paid leave a no-brainer to support Australian parents
29/09/2008: Greens Senator Sarah Hanson-Young today welcomed the Productivity Commission’s recommendation for a government-funded 18-week paid parental leave scheme, saying that such a proposal was long overdue for Australian workers. more...
Greens lead river rally for all water users
28/09/2008: Greens Senator Sarah Hanson-Young today told a rally of hundreds of concerned South Australians that “business as usual” for the River Murray has to change for the survival of river communities, as well as the river itself. more...
“Bucklies” a disgraceful reminder of Australia’s wrongs
27/09/2008: Greens Senator Sarah Hanson-Young has reiterated the Greens’ call for an inquiry into the harmful effects of immigration detention on children, following a report of blatant disregard for a child’s mental health by former immigration minister Philip Ruddock. more...
Same-sex bills deserve speedy support
25/09/2008: Greens Senator Sarah Hanson-Young has urged the Coalition to be cooperative and support equality for same-sex couples, as the Family Law Amendment (Financial Matters and Other Measures) Bill 2008 comes before the Senate today. more...
25/09/2008: Greens Senator Sarah Hanson-Young has called on the Federal Government to amend voluntary student unionism legislation promptly in order to fast-track the restoration of student services for those enrolled at university in 2009. more...
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