An estimated 3000 people have rallied in Perth as part of a national climate-change campaign urging the federal government to set a carbon price.Young families were among those who rallied during a long weekend in the state to show their support for climate action.
Signs and placards that read 'Yes to a price on carbon', 'Our planet is worth it' and 'Pay now for our kids' future' were waved around in the crowd.
Speakers included Conservation Council of WA director Piers Verstegen, World Vision representative Jarrod McKenna and Unions WA secretary Simone McGurk.
Politicians also showed their support for the campaign including Greens senator for WA Scott Ludlam and Greens WA Legislative Council member Lyn McLaren.
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I was there, you too?
UPDATE: RTR FM 92.1 Understorey program features a couple of the speakers...tune in at 11.30 am 15 June 2011 to catch it (or you can stream it/podcast it).
Yes, I was there, and working on an RTR FM 92.1 Understorey program which features a couple of the speakers...tune in at 11.30 am 15 June 2011 to catch it (or you can stream it/podcast it). Cheers, Adrian Glkamorgan
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