What’s behind our fascination for naming places ‘great’?
The use of the prefix ‘great’ in Australian placename nomenclature is a prominent bookmark in our country’s past. The…
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Rescuing the chuditch
After intensive planning, recovery for this endangered marsupial species is being stepped up to secure its future. The…
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Reserve 30SL wheels: Tested
Carbon mountain bike wheels are often considered a luxury, not an essential. The Reserve 30SL wheels aim to prove they…
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Birds are the ultimate architects, designing their nests for every climate
Whether it’s a dome, cup or pendant, new research shows bird nest designs match specific climatic conditions, giving…
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How soaking in saunas could save our frogs
‘Frog saunas’ could help save endangered species from the devastating chytrid fungus. The post How soaking in saunas…
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A beautiful disaster
Does last summer’s mass coral bleaching event sound a death knell for Australia’s beloved Great Barrier Reef? “Not on my…
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Defining Moments in Australian History: Protecting the Great Barrier Reef
1975: The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park is created. The post Defining Moments in Australian History: Protecting the…
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Trailblazing Aussie aviator recreates first aerial circumnavigation of the country
This year marks the 100th anniversary of the first aerial circumnavigation of Australia. Aviator Michael Smith…
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