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  • HEAL Network’s Submission regarding Victoria’s 2026-2030 Climate Change Strategy

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    The HEAL Research Network Victoria Hub and the The Centre for Safe Air made a joint submission to the to Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) regarding Victoria’s 2026-2030 Climate Change Strategy, identifying cost effective­­ interventions to increase the resilience of Victorian communities that could be incorporated into the state climate change strategy.

  • HEAL Network’s submission to the Inquiry into Algal Blooms in South Australia

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    The South Australian Hub of the HEAL Network was invited to submit evidence to the Senate Inquiry into Algal Blooms in South Australia on behalf of researchers, academics and policy experts. The submission focuses on the human health impacts of harmful algal blooms, applies an evidence‑based approach and offers several high‑level recommendations.

  • HEAL Network’s Submission to QPRC Revised Draft Solid Fuel Heater Policy consultation 

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    The HEAL Research Network made a submission to the Revised Draft QPRC Solid Fuel Heater Policy consultation in May 2025, providing key recommendations on measures to transition households from polluting wood heaters to efficient, electric alternatives in Queanbeyan, NSW.

  • HEAL Network’s response to National Urban Policy

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    The HEAL Network made a formal submission on 18th July 2024 to the Urban Policy Team of the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts on Australia’s draft National Urban Policy. Our response to the consultation provided expert technical input, highlighted the latest scientific evidence, and addressed the five goals for urban…

  • HEAL SA Submission to Urban Greening Strategy for Metro Adelaide

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    HEAL South Australia (SA) Regional Hub made a submission to Green Adelaide in response to their draft ‘Urban Greening Strategy for Metro Adelaide’ in June 2024. Green Adelaide is a government urban environmental organisation, advising on policy and action for a greener more resilient urban environment. The submission was based on HEAL SA’s findings from…

  • HEAL SA submission to the Greater Adelaide Regional Plan

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    The South Australian State Planning Commission released a Discussion Paper for the Greater Adelaide Regional Plan for public consultation. The Discussion Paper is an evidence-based document with a strong focus on what the Greater Adelaide Region may look like in 30 years time. It presented key considerations and trends for future planning to ensure the…

  • HEAL Network’s response to National Adaptation Plan (NAP) Issues Paper

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    The HEAL Network made a formal submission on 17th April 2024 to the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) on Australia’s National Adaptation Plan (NAP) for climate change. We provided 18 pages of commentary, critique and feedback from the HEAL Network; 19 recommendations for the Department to consider; and 30 references…

  • HEAL Network’s response to National Health and Climate Strategy

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    The HEAL Research Network made a formal submission on 24th July 2023 to the Department of Health and Aged Care on Australia’s landmark National Climate and Health Strategy. Our response to the consultation addressed 24 questions; provided expert feedback on the 4 proposed objectives, 5 enablers, and 6 principles of the strategy; and advised on…

  • NSW Legislative Council’s Inquiry into Clean Indoor Air

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    A joint submission from the HEAL Network, the Centre for Safe Air and the ARC THRIVE Training Centre urges the NSW Legislative Council to strengthen clean‑indoor‑air standards. Australians spend about 90% of their time inside, yet air quality in public buildings is rarely regulated or monitored. The submission outlines a practical, staged plan for improving air…