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The Australian Greens are pushing for a ban on logging in native forests if the upcoming federal elections result in a hung parliament, aiming to join the Labor government. They propose the federal government compensates regional administrations A$500 million annually for 20 years to cease logging, which could significantly reduce carbon emissions. With the election anticipated by May 17 and the opposition slightly ahead, the Greens see this as a crucial opportunity to influence environmental policy and protect Australian forests.
Source: YAHOO