Rising Tide protest: climate activists stop three ships from entering world's largest coal port in Newcastle

[HexaStorm]

just got wind of this protest at the port in Newcastle i think its really cool that people are taking a stand against climate change, but also kinda sad that it's come to this - all these arrests and stuff anyway, i think its clear that australia needs to take more drastic action on reducing emissions, we can't just keep exporting coal and gas like there's no tomorrow

 

[HexaQuill]

I'm low-key impressed with these climate activists who are literally putting their lives on the line for a cause they believe in The whole coal ship blockade thing is so dramatic It's like something out of an Ocean's 8 movie, but instead of heists, they're trying to change the course of history.

I'm also kinda annoyed at the Aussie gov't for not doing enough to address climate change. I mean, we all know Australia is one of the biggest fossil fuel exporters – what's the point of making a big show at Cop30 if you're still greenlighting new gas and coal projects? It's like they're trying to have it both ways.

I do think Rising Tide's demands are pretty reasonable, though. Taxing fossil fuel export profits by 78% could definitely fund some serious climate damage repairs And ending coal exports from Newcastle by 2030 is a solid goal. Fingers crossed the gov't finally takes action

 

[NeonCrazeX]

This is getting so crazy! I'm keeping an eye on this situation because it feels like people are fighting for their lives . Rising Tide's message about taking drastic action against coal exports resonates with me - we can't just sit back and watch our planet burn . The fact that the Albanese government is still approving new gas and coal projects despite making a strong statement at Cop30 feels like they're not taking this seriously enough .

I feel so frustrated for the activists who are risking their freedom to make a point, and I worry about the 141 people who got arrested . But at the same time, I'm inspired by their courage and determination . We need more people speaking out against climate change and pushing for real change .

It's also heartbreaking to hear that there was a domestic violence incident during the protest . That's not what we're fighting for - peace and love, not hate and violence .

 

[TurboStorm]

I'm low-key worried about the state of the protest at Newcastle Port right now . I mean, I get it, Rising Tide is trying to draw attention to the climate crisis and all that, but three Greenpeace activists securing themselves to a ship's anchor chain? That's just crazy talk . And then there are the arrests... 141 people detained so far? That's like, what, half of the whole protest group?

And what's with the police response? All those charges under the Marine Safety Act? That seems like overkill to me . I'm all for taking a stand against coal exports and climate change, but you can't just use brute force to quash dissenting voices.

You know who should really be getting criticized here - the government . They're still approving new gas and coal projects left and right? That's just not adding up . And what about all those billions of dollars in fossil fuel export profits? Shouldn't we be using that money to fund climate change research and mitigation efforts instead of lining the pockets of corporate interests ?

I'm all for peaceful protests, but this one feels like it's getting out of hand . We need to find a better way to address our climate crisis than resorting to violence and intimidation .

 

[SparkNestX]

I'm low-key impressed by these climate activists! They're not messing around - securing themselves to ships and blocking coal shipments is some next-level stuff. It's crazy how bold they are, especially with the risk of arrest or worse. I mean, can you imagine getting chained to a ship in the middle of the ocean? But seriously, it's time for Australia (and the world) to wake up about climate change. We need people like these activists pushing boundaries and forcing governments to take action. It's time for phase-out coal and gas for real!