The MPs were arrested at 6:35am along with a dozen other climate activists and charged with trespass unlawfully on a place of business.

Mr Buckingham, the party’s resource and energy spokesperson, said he was proud to stand with activists in defence of climate and country, and represent everyone who wanted to stop the Adani coal project.

“Although we are MPs from NSW this is an issue of national and international significance,” Mr Buckingham said.

“Adani represents a line in the sand for all those concerned about climate change who do not want to see a new coal precinct opened up in Australia. 

“Green MPs have a proud tradition of participating in peaceful, non-violent direct action and we stand with all those opposed to this crazy coal mine,” said Greens MP Jeremy Buckingham.

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Ms Walker said said althought the mine is miles from anywhere, the eyes of all Australia were upon it.

“It was a very important day for me, stopping work on the Adani mine and being arrested with climate activists who understand the importance of preventing this destructive project from going ahead,” Ms Walker said.

“I was proud to stand with traditional owners who have said ‘no means no’ to Adani, and made it clear they will not be surrendering their land and water to this coal corporation.   

“I’m appalled by the way this project is tearing indigenous communities apart and offering a sub standard agreement to traditional owners for their land, with little economic opportunity. On every level Adani’s controversial mine does not stack up.”