North Coast Environment Council
Email From: Susie Russell
Sent: Sunday, 20 October 2013 11:27 AM
Message from Naomi (Wilderness Society Newcastle)
LATEST MESSAGE FROM NAOMI – re the Pilliga Red Alert:
“Hi everyone,
Thank you so much for the amazing level of support that has been shared
today from far and wide. It is very heartening to know so many people are
excited and willing to come together and defend the Pilliga forest from coal
seam gas industrialisation.
The north east area of the Pilliga is currently buzzing with Santos
activity; trucks, utes, rigs, pipes and bulldozers. In response to this high
level of activity and looming drilling plans, a camp has been proposed.
In the week ahead the traditional owners, the Gomaroi people (also Gomilaroi
or Kamilaroi) will meet up with local farmers and community members to
discuss plans and ensure camp is set up the right way, following protocols
and creating a safe space.
Camp will be ready for others to join after this important initial work is
complete.
Your support on ground to protect the Pilliga is going to be critical.
Please be in contact with George Woods to register your interest in
participating and to ensure you receive detailed updates as they become
available. George Woods: 0437 405 932, georgewoods79@gmail.com
Winangaya (respect),
Naomi
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