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Oxfam Australia @oxfamaustralia.bsky.social · 1d

The announcement of the first stage of a ceasefire deal in Gaza by all parties is a desperately needed step towards ending Israel’s genocide in Gaza. Listen to Bushra Khalidi, our policy lead in Palestine discuss aid in Gaza and the announcement below:
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Aid agencies cautiously optimistic at news of deal to end two-year Gaza war | The World | ABC NEWS

Residents of Gaza have welcomed news that Israel and Hamas have agreed to a peace deal. But while there's optimism the bombardment may be over, there's also ...

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Oxfam Australia @oxfamaustralia.bsky.social · 20d

You can’t protect civilians if you don’t protect aid workers. We back DFAT’s cross-regional push and call on governments to endorse the Declaration ahead of #UNGA80. Practical action matters. #ProtectAidWorkers

Oxfam Australia @oxfamaustralia.bsky.social · 23d

The National Climate Risk Assessment reminded us of the devastation we risk here in Australia by not acting fast enough to cut climate pollution. The devastation will be worse for people living in poverty in low-income countries. We simply must do more to avert disaster. (5/5)

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Oxfam Australia @oxfamaustralia.bsky.social · 23d

Australia has the sun, wind and water to be a renewable energy superpower and we must move faster. We have the wealth and skills to support low-income countries to transition too. We simply must do more to avert disaster.
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Oxfam Australia @oxfamaustralia.bsky.social · 23d

This is far short of Australia’s fair share of climate action and will cost lives, homes and livelihoods. We must all play our part to stop climate change getting worse.
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Oxfam Australia @oxfamaustralia.bsky.social · 23d

It prioritises the profits of oil and gas corporations over communities who have to deal with the impacts of climate change like floods, bushfires and heatwaves.(2/5)

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Oxfam Australia @oxfamaustralia.bsky.social · 23d

Australia’s new 62-70% climate pollution reduction target by 2035 is deeply disappointing & puts the communities we work with at even greater risk...(1/5)

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Oxfam Australia @oxfamaustralia.bsky.social · 25d

Israel has intentionally created a chronic shortage of food, water, medicines and basic services like healthcare across Gaza and now, according to research by The New Humanitarian, has killed nearly 3000 aid seekers in Gaza.(2/2)

#notinmyname #ceasefirenow

Oxfam Australia @oxfamaustralia.bsky.social · 25d

Gaza’s humanitarian situation is catastrophic, marked by starvation, repeated forced displacements, and the destruction of life-sustaining infrastructure and systems. (1/2)

EXCLUSIVE: Israel has killed nearly 3,000 Gaza aid seekers

Our interactive database shows nearly 200 attacks, and a sharp uptick since the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation began operations on 27 May.

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Oxfam Australia @oxfamaustralia.bsky.social · Sep 11

And yet under Australia’s weak laws, Ansell faces no penalties and has no obligation to provide remediation. This has to change. We need strong, comprehensive responsible business laws – so companies must prevent exploitation before it happens
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www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09...

Australian glove-maker Ansell accused of exploiting workers

Melbourne-based company Ansell has confirmed it investigated allegations at a Malaysian factory and identified issues that do not meet labour standards.

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Oxfam Australia @oxfamaustralia.bsky.social · Sep 11

Modern slavery in our supply chains – again! Workers making disposable gloves for Melbourne-based Ansell have reported having their passports confiscated, long, grueling shifts, living in debt bondage with six adult men crammed into one room.
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www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09...

Australian glove-maker Ansell accused of exploiting workers

Melbourne-based company Ansell has confirmed it investigated allegations at a Malaysian factory and identified issues that do not meet labour standards.

www.abc.net.au

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Oxfam Australia @oxfamaustralia.bsky.social · Sep 11

A new study indicates that 180 biggest climate polluting corporations are collectively responsible for the increased intensity of heat waves in the 21st Century, and are driving Australian heatwaves.

Its' time to Make Big Polluters Pay (petition: oxfam.org.au/mbpp)

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Individual emitters triggered otherwise 'impossible' heatwaves: study

Emissions from the 180 biggest carbon polluters directly contributed half of the total increase in heatwave intensity between the late 1800s and this century, a new study found.

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Oxfam Australia @oxfamaustralia.bsky.social · Sep 8

Sign our letter to Prime Minister Albanese and join the 50,000+ Australian's who are demanding the Australian Government takes action now to end Israel's blockade of humanitarian aid and stop the genocide in Gaza.
Link to our open letter: www.oxfam.org.au/blog/not-in-...

#Gaza #NasserMedicalComplex

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Oxfam Australia @oxfamaustralia.bsky.social · Sep 8

We urge the global community to put pressure on Israel to lift the siege and ensure vital aid urgently gets into Gaza. Israel must immediately open all crossings for vital aid, fuel, commercial goods and reconstruction materials to enter.
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Oxfam Australia @oxfamaustralia.bsky.social · Sep 8

...of the sewage facilities, safeguarding hospital wards from contamination and working to increase patient health and safety.
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Oxfam Australia @oxfamaustralia.bsky.social · Sep 8

💧 Hospital wards were threatened with the breakdown of sewage pumps.
In response, Oxfam, in partnership with جمعية اصدقاء البيئة الفلسطينية Palestinian Environmental Friends - PEF and CMWU Coastal Municipalities Water Utility مصلحة مياه بلديات الساحل (CMWU) initiated a rehabilitation...
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Oxfam Australia @oxfamaustralia.bsky.social · Sep 8

🚨Israel's war on Gaza destroyed essential systems, particularly the sewage infrastructure, posing serious health risks to patients.
🚧 Sewage systems were blocked due to debris accumulation
⚠️ There were heightened infection risk from sewage exposure
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Oxfam Australia @oxfamaustralia.bsky.social · Sep 1

We call for justice and for all individuals that incited violence in this situation to be pursued to the full extent of the law. (3/3)

Oxfam Australia @oxfamaustralia.bsky.social · Sep 1

Oxfam condemns these actions, which harmed First Nations peoples and allies at the camp, sow fear among multicultural communities, and fuel division. We stand firmly against racism in all its forms and in solidarity with those working for justice, inclusion and respect.
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Oxfam Australia @oxfamaustralia.bsky.social · Sep 1

OAU statement about the antimigration marches yesterday:
Anti-immigration rallies were held across several Australian cities yesterday, drawing far-right groups and culminating in a disturbing attack on Camp Sovereignty in Naarm.
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Oxfam Australia @oxfamaustralia.bsky.social · Aug 21

That means coal, oil and gas corporations, who are responsible for ¾ of Australia’s pollution, must pay their fair share for these costs.(8/8)

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Oxfam Australia @oxfamaustralia.bsky.social · Aug 21

The Economic Reform Roundtable must also tackle climate change if its serious about economic resilience. Fast tracking renewable energy projects will help, but it’s not enough. We must raise funds to adapt to climate change and recover from more climate disasters. (7/8)

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Oxfam Australia @oxfamaustralia.bsky.social · Aug 21

If we tax wealth better in Australia, the Government can afford to invest in universal healthcare, more affordable housing and ending poverty in Australia and in our region. It’s a no brainer but they must stand up to vested interests and act in the interests of everyday people and our society (6/8)

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Oxfam Australia @oxfamaustralia.bsky.social · Aug 21

To tackle inequality and fix budget sustainability we must start to properly tax wealth and wealth accumulation by those at the top.(5/8)

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Oxfam Australia @oxfamaustralia.bsky.social · Aug 21

The wealthiest amongst us earn more from investments, than everyday people do from jobs in Australia. Yet the wealthiest get a 50% capital gains discount and can avoid paying their fair share through a myriad of tax loopholes. (4/8)

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