Deep-sea mining: Gold rush or disaster?
The risks of mining the deep ocean floor are just too high. Australia should back a global moratorium on mining…
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A place of refuge… nearly
Victoria’s promised new national parks in the central west are vital to safeguarding forests and the hundreds of rare…
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Why we all need a ‘Climate Safe Room’ (and how to create one)
Our changing climate means homes and workspaces also need to change. By retrofitting buildings, we can create healthier,…
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Tales from Port Arthur
Now one of Australia’s best-known tourist attractions, this hauntingly beautiful former convict site has a dark history.…
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Friend or foe: What does the discovery of five new coral species mean for the Great Barrier Reef?
The recent discovery of five new coral species around the Indo-Pacific could have critical implications for management…
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Dr Karl nails down the facts about fingernails
Some people spend a long time focused on a single topic. But how about a third of a century to find out how fast…
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Regional innovations: Establishing a connection
Regional entrepreneurs are battling to overcome the many roadblocks associated with distance and isolation. The post…
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How budgies don’t just survive, but thrive, in the harsh Australian desert
Budgies are such a quintessential Australian pet, it’s easy to forget they’re one of our most fascinating endemic birds.…
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