Today we see inside one of Australia's longest-running environment organizations, the Gecko Environment Council on the Gold Coast

Tackling Council and State Government, this volunteer-based group has shaped the look of their skyscraper city and 50 kilometers of beachside suburbs. It is also trying to protect the Gondwana land magic of Springbok National Park from human impacts like illegal biking trails and litter. You might find some common threads with issues in your area.

The Arid Lands Environment Center just lost $100,000. The Country Liberal Party defunded them. Alex Vaughan, their policy officer is not daunted. Earth Matters will be telling their story over the coming months and finding ways to support them.

Earth Matters #1491 was produced by Bec Horridge on the lands of the Kombumeri People.