Now in its 25th year, FRRR has delivered more than $200 million to over 15,000 projects, reinforcing its role in strengthening the social and economic fabric of Australia’s rural, regional and remote communities.

"Today, my government is looking at ways to host these island communities if it is not possible to remain on their islands. The dignity of the people that are forced to leave their homes is fundamental.”

It’s true that collective national efforts to curb warming have so far been insufficient.

Reinforcing the importance of regional cooperation, Prof. Prasad advocated for a visa-free Blue Pacific, coordinated relocation policies, marine protection strategies, and climate-resilient development.

Elders Uncle Pabai Pabai and Uncle Paul Kabai took the Australian government to court on behalf of their community, arguing the government has a duty of care to protect them from climate change.

50% of girls and young women from six Pacific countries surveyed as part of recent research reported missing out on school due to climate events, with 74% of surveyed girls in Tuvalu having this experience.

Since Europeans arrived in Australia, much of the country has become severely degraded.

“One morning, you get those ‘light bulb’ moments... it hit me on one of those rides to work—something has to be done.”

Compared to 2022, the share reporting this matter as an important issue increased by 17.6 percentage points.

As the former Treasurer and Minister for Energy and Environment in New South Wales, Kean brings extensive experience and a proven track record in climate action.