Towards a National Code for Wind Energy Installations: A Roundtable Discussion
Communique
Source: Australian Minister for the Environment and Heritage
"Roundtable endorses need for National Wind Energy Code
Participants at a national roundtable on wind energy have agreed on the need for a National Code for Wind Energy Installations as a ‘matter of priority’, and to form a working group to drive its development.
Representatives of all spheres of government, the wind energy industry, the planning industry, community groups and non-government organisations attended the roundtable, hosted in Canberra today by Minister for the Environment and Heritage, Senator Ian Campbell.
Senator Campbell said participants affirmed the importance of wind power in Australia’s energy mix, but acknowledged that concerns about its potential impact on the landscape and the environment must be addressed if the industry was to enjoy broad community support.
The code would include guidance for wind energy developers on engaging the community, including minimum consultation standards; recognise values of concern to local communities such as wildlife preservation, landscape and amenity; and promote and accommodate community needs in decisions about the siting of wind energy installations."

Energy Efficiency in Government Operations (EEGO) Policy
Source: Australian Greenhouse Office
"Energy Efficiency in Government Operations (EEGO) is an updated version of the Australian Government’s 1997 policy Measures for Improving Energy Efficiency in Commonwealth Operations. The policy requires the preparation of an annual whole-of-government report on the total energy use and estimated greenhouse gas emissions of Australian Government departments and agencies. The reporting process is subject to public scrutiny through tabling of the report in Parliament."

Victoria - The Key to Discovering Victoria's New Public Transport Ticketing
System
Source: Victoria. Minister for Transport
"Victorians had a glimpse into the future with the unveiling of the new look public transport ticketing system today.
Transport Minister Peter Batchelor said the smartcard-based ticketing system, which will be rolled out across Victoria next year, will be named myki - pronounced "my key".
"myki will open the door to a new era in public transport - giving Victorians a world-class ticketing system."