Australia news live: activists lock onto Newcastle coal loaders on last day of Rising Tide protest; Greens call for 25% gas export tax

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 11 min read 100% complete by Nick VisserNovember 30, 2025 at 11:42 PM

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On the final day of the Rising Tide climate protest in Newcastle, Australia, sixteen activists locked themselves onto coal loading equipment, disrupting operations. The protesters, part of the annual People's Blockade, are demonstrating against the government's approval of new fossil fuel projects. So far, NSW police have arrested at least 141 people during the weekend protest. Separately, the Australian Greens party are calling for a 25% tax on gas exports. In Western Australia, an out-of-control bushfire is threatening homes near Geraldton, with residents in several areas urged to evacuate immediately.

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Key Player Opposition Context

Western Australia 30% NSW police 40% New South Wales ×250% Newcastle ×250% John Wishart 60% Rising Tide ×380% Fiona Lee 80%

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coal protest 90% rising tide 80% climate protest 70% fossil fuels 70% coal loaders 60% gas export tax 60% newcastle 50% climate change 50% bushfire 50% renewable energy 40%