South Australia election: Jay Weatherill criticised over fossil fuel expansions

Premier's position on oil drilling and fracking described as 'disingenuous' after debateThe South Australian premier, Jay Weatherill, did not oppose some of the country's largest fossil fuel expansions during an environment-focused election debate, prompting conservation groups to question his government's leadership on climate change.On Tuesday the leaders of the four most popular parties answered questions curated by OurFutureSA, a coalition of 33 climate and nature groups who say they collectively represent 130,000 members in South Australia. Continue reading...