Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 03/10/2026Fire season is here. Governments have a lot to do on their end to keep Australians safe, and we'll keep pushing them to do it. In the meantime, here's how you can prepare your home, get help during a disaster and recover after a disaster. Check out nema.gov.au/support-and-resources-hub 021
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 30/09/2026NSW just approved the biggest coal mining project in the state's history. Jan lost her home to bushfire in 2018 - today's news hits hard. When will governments stop approving coal and gas projects that fuel future disasters? Help us keep the pressure on: bushfiresurvivors.org/declarationyoutube.comNSW just approved its biggest coal mining project. Our co-founder Jan responds.YouTube video by Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action 042
Reposted by Bushfire Survivors for Climate ActionMake Big Polluters Pay @mbbp-aus.bsky.social · 23/09/2026Thank you, Antonio Guterres for using your final UN General Assembly speech to urge governments to make big coal, oil, and gas corporations pay for the climate damage they have caused, and to urge the communities working to hold big polluters accountable to keep going. ✊ #MakeBigPollutersPay 061
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 22/09/2026This week Anthony Albanese said: "There’s no avoiding the scale of our responsibility – or the cost of inaction." We can't keep expanding coal and gas and hoping for the best. We need a plan to phase out the pollution that is driving climate change. Add your name: bushfiresurvivors.org/declaration 1116
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 22/09/2026How to prepare for El Niño: velvet undies for the billionaires and a fire plan for the Aussies. Sounds about right. Do make a fire plan, and do enjoy this brilliant piece by First Dog On The Moon 040
Reposted by Bushfire Survivors for Climate ActionBushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 17/09/2026Not the time to talk about climate, he said. In the same week as Nepal's devastating floods, Australia approved a 30-year coal mine extension which will release 120 million tonnes of climate pollution. Now is exactly the time. Add your name to our declaration bushfiresurvivors.org/declaration 22917
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 17/09/2026Not the time to talk about climate, he said. In the same week as Nepal's devastating floods, Australia approved a 30-year coal mine extension which will release 120 million tonnes of climate pollution. Now is exactly the time. Add your name to our declaration bushfiresurvivors.org/declaration 22917
Reposted by Bushfire Survivors for Climate ActionAdvocacy Research Network @advocacyresearch.bsky.social · 15/09/2026Submissions on Australia's main industrial pollution law close midnight this Friday. @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social have done the hard part and spelled out exactly what to ask for, so this one genuinely takes minutes. bsky.app/profile/bush... 051
Reposted by Bushfire Survivors for Climate ActionBushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 12/09/2026Our industrial pollution law (The Safeguard Mechanism) is being reviewed! A submission takes minutes but can make a world of difference. Tell the government by midnight Friday 18 September: Cap the offsets, and keep them out of reach for coal, oil and gas. 👉 bushfiresurvivors.org/safeguardyoutu.beThe Safeguard Mechanism: Paying People to NOT Cut Down Trees 🧐YouTube video by Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action 12215
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 12/09/2026Our industrial pollution law (The Safeguard Mechanism) is being reviewed! A submission takes minutes but can make a world of difference. Tell the government by midnight Friday 18 September: Cap the offsets, and keep them out of reach for coal, oil and gas. 👉 bushfiresurvivors.org/safeguardyoutu.beThe Safeguard Mechanism: Paying People to NOT Cut Down Trees 🧐YouTube video by Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action 12215
Reposted by Bushfire Survivors for Climate ActionBushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 03/09/2026We fact-checked "coal is the backbone of our economy" 🧐 Turns out that backbone ain't all it's cracked up to be. New mythbusting video👇 Support communities, not corporations. bushfiresurvivors.orgyoutu.beFact Check: Is Coal Really the Backbone of Our Economy?YouTube video by Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action 1117
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 03/09/2026We fact-checked "coal is the backbone of our economy" 🧐 Turns out that backbone ain't all it's cracked up to be. New mythbusting video👇 Support communities, not corporations. bushfiresurvivors.orgyoutu.beFact Check: Is Coal Really the Backbone of Our Economy?YouTube video by Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action 1117
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 02/09/2026While we watch the devastation unfolding in Nepal, and Nepal’s own Prime Minister calls for urgent action on climate, Anthony Albanese has declared it’s “not the right time to talk about climate”. As bushfire survivor Jan Harris puts it, when is the time @albomp.bsky.social ? #SolidarityWithNepal 0116
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 22/08/2026Fiona Lee has been recognised among the women leading climate action in Australia. Fiona lost her home to bushfire in 2019 and has been speaking up about her experience ever since. "When authorities ignore climate science and keep approving new mines, the impact is deeply human." — Fiona Lee 0166
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 20/08/2026Fire authorities warn large parts of Australia to prepare early. Climate pollution is elevating fire risk and disasters now cost Aussies $38bn/year. If you want to see more investment to make our communities safer and big polluters held accountable, support our work at bushfiresurvivors.org/donate 030
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 14/08/2026Australia's climate law allows big polluters to comply with pollution limits by buying carbon credits, with no real incentive to cut emissions. And new analysis found that for every $1 paid under the Safeguard Mechanism, they get $22 back through the Fuel Tax Credit. 👉bushfiresurvivors.org/mbpp 1104
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 07/08/2026Scientists are already flagging this El Niño as one of the strongest on record. This is what happens when climate cycles collide with decades of rising emissions. And it's why we must keep pushing to reduce pollution from coal, oil & gas. 🖊️Sign our declaration at bushfiresurvivors.org/declaration 053
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 06/08/2026A huge thank you to everyone who joined our Make Big Polluters Pay 101 Webinar! We heard from our fantastic speakers why a Climate Compensation Fund is needed, and why it's time big polluting coal, oil and gas corporations paid their fair share. Make Big Polluters Pay at bushfiresurvivors.org/mbpp 110
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 05/08/2026Join our 2hr workshop this Thurs 6:30-8:30pm and learn to talk about climate change in ways that really connect. 💡 Master the art of the climate conversation 🗣️ Learn the messaging that works to Make Big Polluters Pay 🔥 Turn everyday conversations into action $10/free concession shorturl.at/mYe3K 030
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 30/07/2026Make Big Polluters Pay 101 🔥 Everyday people are paying the price for climate change, while big coal, oil and gas corporations profit. It's time they paid their share. 📅 Mon 3 Aug, 7-8:15pm Register at: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/sGrZ-scuTCKKdCmqHqit9g#/registration 165
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 28/07/2026It's next week! Head to the links below and don't miss out on our Make Big Polluters Pay 101 and Effective Conversations Training. 🔥 010
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 23/07/2026Build the confidence and skills to talk about climate change in ways that truly connect with people. You'll have the chance to learn about Make Big Polluters Pay from guest speaker @nellistevenson.bsky.social, and practice having conversations. 🗓️ Thurs 6 Aug, 6:30-830pm 🔗 RSVP: shorturl.at/yAmeA 041
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 23/07/2026The Make Big Polluters Pay 101 Webinar is just around the corner! If you’d like to be part of this exciting moment to make big polluters pay for the damage they cause (instead of communities) this event is a great place to dip your toes in! 🗓️ Mon 3 Aug 7-8:15pm Register: shorturl.at/nWrOa 162
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 23/07/2026Jan Harris has spoken up in The Guardian about watching the wildfires overseas from her home in rural NSW. After losing her home to bushfire, Jan knows better than anyone what the people impacted will now be facing. Support survivors everywhere - Add your name: bushfiresurvivors.org/declaration 021
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 23/07/2026As part of the Make Big Polluters Pay Community Launch week, we’re co-hosting two fantastic events - we hope to see you there! 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐁𝐢𝐠 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐏𝐚𝐲 𝟏𝟎𝟏 𝐖𝐞𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫 - Mon 3 Aug, 7-8:15pm 🔗 RSVP: shorturl.at/nWrOa 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 - Thurs 6 Aug, 6:30-8:30pm 🔗 RSVP: shorturl.at/pG9WE 042
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 16/07/2026Make Big Polluters Pay 101 Webinar 🔥 Learn about the campaign and how to get involved. Hear from Barbara Ibuai and Flora Vano about a Climate Compensation Fund, as well as communications guru Nelli Stevenson. Facilitated by Serena Joyner (CEO) Mon 3 Aug, 7-8:15pm Register at: shorturl.at/LlmXr 020
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 09/07/2026300 workers at the Ashton mine will face job losses with no transition plan in place. The Future Jobs and Investment Bill could help but $22.5M/yr (under 1% of coal royalties) isn't enough. $150M (5%) would be a fairer share for workers. Sign for a fair share: ourfairshare.org.au/fairsharepetition 021
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 08/07/2026Thanks to our donors, we have made a big impact this year! We showed up in Canberra, in bushfire-hit communities, and in rooms with politicians who needed to hear us! bushfiresurvivors.org/donate 1/2 120
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 02/07/2026We are feeling for everyone affected by the US wildfires. What you can do: ❤️ Donate to Red Cross: redcross.org/donate/disaster-relief 🗓️ Share Extreme Weather Survivors' event for anyone facing the "second disaster" of insurance battles & administrative red tape after a disaster: shorturl.at/pjqW2 021
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 30/06/2026Every t-shirt sold supports bushfire survivors and frontline communities working for climate action. Our shirt come in two colours, they're made to last, and they're made for everyone! We love seeing supporters and survivors wearing our shirts! Grab your shirt today at bushfiresurvivors.org/merch 020
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 25/06/2026Climate change cost NSW $180 billion in 2024 - that's $20K per person! 🤯 So next time someone asks if we can afford to phase out coal and gas exports, tell them: how can we afford not to? Share this video & Sign to Make Big Polluters Pay: bushfiresurvivors.org/mbpp 031
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 25/06/2026El Niño + climate change = a hotter, drier summer ahead. Now is the time to speak out. You don't need to have lost your home like Jan to get involved. There are plenty of ways to support. 🔥 Learn more and join us at: bushfiresurvivors.org/joinus 034
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 24/06/2026Proud to have helped develop this historic case. 10 Aussies, including our volunteers Jack Egan and Barry Traill, have filed a human rights complaint against the Australian govt for failing to protect them from climate pollution by Australia’s coal and gas corporations. hardtruthscase.org.au 041
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 23/06/2026We’re excited to announce that we’ve been awarded a Giving Circle Small Grant! 🎉 We are proud that members have trusted us with valuable funding to keep the pressure on decision makers to act on climate. 💚 Join the Giving Circle and help fund more projects like ours at givingcircle.wela.org.au 040
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 18/06/2026Support more voices like Jade at bushfiresurvivors.org/donate The news of El Niño means now is the time to put the pressure on our governments. We train Climate Witnesses to speak up - connecting lived experience with the coal and gas emissions driving climate change and worsening extreme weather. 141
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 10/06/2026NSW's new Cultural Fire Strategy commits to clearing the red tape that's kept First Nations communities from burning Country the way they have for tens of thousands of years. The strategy is a recommendation of the 2020 NSW Bushfire Inquiry. Learn more: jagunalliance.org.au and firesticks.org.au 052
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 09/06/2026We've been shortlisted for a WELA Giving Circle Small Grant! 🎉 WELA is Australia's only collective fund for women- and gender-diverse-led climate action, and members vote on where the funds go. Your support could make all the difference. Vote for us by 5pm AEST June 14: givingcircle.wela.org.au 💚 050
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 03/06/2026"During Black Summer I lived with bushfire for 3 weeks on our property near Port Macquarie, and I realised how much climate change is already affecting ordinary Australians." We run purely on grants & donations. If you can, help we'd be very grateful To support, go to bushfiresurvivors.org/donate 0102
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 29/05/2026"Growing up on Kangaroo Island, the devastation of Black Summer and ongoing climate disasters, increased my awareness of the urgency for climate action immensely." We run entirely on grants and donations. If you’re able to support our work, we’d be extremely grateful. bushfiresurvivors.org/donate 021
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 26/05/2026"The last 8 years I’ve been using my story to lobby the parliament to act on climate fuelled disasters." We run entirely on grants and donations. If you’re able to support our work, we’d be extremely grateful. To support, go to bushfiresurvivors.org/donate 033
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 21/05/2026Victoria's infrastructure is underprepared for worsening disasters, and the Australian government is already paying $1.6B/year in recovery costs. That's why we are calling on the govt. to make big polluters pay their fair share for the damage they cause. Add your name: bushfiresurvivors.org/mbpp 041
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 20/05/2026We're the people who have come face to face with the climate crisis. We know what's at stake - and we're making sure decision-makers do too. We run entirely on grants and donations. If you're able to support our work, we'd be extremely grateful. To support, go to bushfiresurvivors.org/donate 020
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 14/05/2026We're very disappointed in the Budget. Communities needed funding to prepare for climate disasters and there was nothing. Extreme weather now costs Australians $38B a year and the cost is only increasing. It's time big polluters paid their fair share. 🖊 bushfiresurvivors.org/mbpp #AusPol 0106
Reposted by Bushfire Survivors for Climate ActionParents for Climate @parentsforclimate.bsky.social · 07/05/2026Need a more family friendly way to take part. We’ve got you covered. Our kids pay more for HECS than gas companies pay for Petroleum Resource Rent Tax (PRRT). It’s not fair. 072
Reposted by Bushfire Survivors for Climate ActionTim Baxter @timinclimate.naruresearch.com.au · 07/05/2026This is a great video update on DAMSHEG's High Court case against Mach Energy's new coal mine. 12213
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 07/05/2026Remember last year when a community group took on a coal giant and won? MACH Energy have now appealed, making this the first ever climate case to be heard in the High Court. 🗓️ Show up for DAMSHEG in Canberra on May 13 when the judgement is handed down. 🔗 Comment and share to show your support. 0189
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 07/05/2026Aussies pay more tax on beer than gas giants pay on the gas they export overseas. Head to the pub this Friday May 8 (Mate Day), raise a glass for a 25% gas export tax, snap a pic, and post publicly tagging @AlboMP #TaxGasNotBeer 2178
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 30/04/2026The four women in this video have lost their homes to bushfire. This is just a glimpse of what they've been through. It's time the people responsible were held to account. Today, our CEO Serena Joyner is at Women Deliver Melbourne, joining a panel on making big polluters pay.🔥 #MakeBigPollutersPay 2123
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 29/04/2026Community leaders just delivered an open letter to Treasurer Jim Chalmers calling for a 25% gas export tax, plus a Climate Pollution Levy to fund disaster recovery, make communities safer, and ease cost of living. 🖊️ Add your name: bushfiresurvivors.org/mbpp #MakeBigPollutersPay #ClimateJustice 042
Bushfire Survivors for Climate Action @bushfiresurvivors.bsky.social · 16/04/2026Friends of the Earth Melbourne are running a short survey to test support for a federal disaster levy on fossil fuel companies - so the costs of climate change start falling on those most responsible for it. Have your say: shorturl.at/kjclf #polluterpays #climateadaptation #climateimpacts #whopays 042