Onkaparinga Bans Fossil Fuel Ads, Citing Climate Goals

0:00In Adelaide, it's March 19th, and here's what is going on. The city of Anka Paringa has voted to ban new advertising and sponsorship deals from fossil fuel companies on its properties. This move comes as fuel prices surge across South Australia due to the war in the Middle East. The council passed the motion to the evening to avoid promoting firms mainly involved in coal, oil, or gas. Earlier this week, Councillor Marion Thameliotis led the successful push. More councils are eyeing similar steps, following campaigns by the Conservation Council of South Australia and climate advocates. The city of Mitchim approved a matching ban last September, while Adelaide Hills rejected one, but urged the state to drop a gas firm's name from a bike race. Conservation leaders hailed the decision as a smart shift. They argue it aligns with climate targets by not boosting companies that release greenhouse gases. Meanwhile, everyday drivers feel the pinch from higher costs at the pump. Unleaded 91 petrol now ranges from 226.7 to 249.9 cents per liter.

1:08Diesel hits up to 300 cents per liter. Last week saw 221 fuel theft statewide. Police are not prioritizing those cases and want fuel stations to use prepaid systems Today, the Prime Minister hosts a national cabinet meeting on regional shortages. Premier Peter Malinowska's calls fuel security a federal matter, with the state ready to help connect industry and Canberra. Support for this episode comes from our sponsor. See the description. Head in. Sound on. Lights out. That is the routine. S-O-L-L-I-SoliPillow.com. Made in AI.