Message from the Editor

By nature and by action, I’m obviously far too polite. In my newsletter and in my book, I have consistently and fairly raised issues, reported on the words of prominent people and organisations, and set out opportunities or action. I have been quietly critical of Governments and business leaders from time to time. Did anyone notice? Did anyone in Government stop and think? Maybe I need to stop being so passive and raise my voice louder and harder. Someone told me the other day I’m doing such a good job that it’s what Government should be doing. Educating and informing about climate change awareness and action. Speaking of Government, I offered to personally present the Prime Minister with a copy of my book, but his office said this wasn’t possible. But he had time to launch a book by Paul Kelly on political leaders! I personally presented Penny Wong with a signed copy of my book. So far not a whisper of acknowledgment. What’s wrong with this Government when it cannot even acknowledge the works and words of others who are communicating and campaigning to achieve a satisfactory outcome for the climate and the country? This issue of Express – our 76^th – has some very hard hitting messages. Will someone, somewhere put up a hand and agree to act? – Ken Hickson