The Epoch Times
The Epoch Times
AD
The Epoch Times
Support Us
Australia News

Environmental Law Group Could Lose Charitable Status for ‘Confected Evidence’

The Environmental Defenders Office, which is facing a large costs order after losing an action against a gas pipeline, could now also lose its charitable status
Environmental Law Group Could Lose Charitable Status for ‘Confected Evidence’
Protesters gather at the front of the Federal Court of Australia in Melbourne, Australia on Nov. 15, 2022. This case involves Santos Ltd., and the major Barossa Gas project, located near the Tiwi Islands off the northern coast of Australia. Tamati Smith/Getty Images
Rex Widerstrom
Rex Widerstrom
2/3/2025|Updated: 2/3/2025
0:00

Already struggling to pay a $9 million costs order after losing a high-profile case against energy giant Santos, the Environmental Defenders Office (EDO) may be about to lose its charitable status.

The federal opposition, which has said it will end the group’s $8.3 million in government funding if it’s elected, has referred it to the Charities Commission for investigation.

Rex Widerstrom
Rex Widerstrom
Author
Rex Widerstrom is a New Zealand-based reporter with over 40 years of experience in media, including radio and print. He is currently a presenter for Hutt Radio.
Author’s Selected Articles

Former Philippine President Duterte Charged With Crimes Against Humanity

Sep 23, 2025
Former Philippine President Duterte Charged With Crimes Against Humanity

‘Bodies in Suitcases’ Mother Found Guilty of Murdering Her Children

Sep 23, 2025
‘Bodies in Suitcases’ Mother Found Guilty of Murdering Her Children

Soil and Carboard Could Replace Concrete, Saving Cash and Carbon

Sep 22, 2025
Soil and Carboard Could Replace Concrete, Saving Cash and Carbon

New Zealand yet to Reveal Position on Palestinian Recognition

Sep 22, 2025
New Zealand yet to Reveal Position on Palestinian Recognition
Add to My List
Save
The Epoch Times
To ensure we reach the high standards of reliability and neutrality that you expect from us, we are engaging with Ad Fontes Media to analyze our content. If you find an article you think falls short of the standard, please submit the link through this form.
Copyright © 2000 - 2025 The Epoch Times Association Inc. All Rights Reserved.