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Drought Takes Heavy Toll On Bumblebees
2+ day, 1+ hour ago (525+ words) Drought significantly reduces the reproductive success of bumblebee colonies. This is shown by a new study conducted by a research team at the University of W'rzburg. This also has consequences for plant pollination. "Our work is the first study to…...
$3 Million boost drives groundbreaking koala research in Port Stephens
2+ day, 8+ hour ago (122+ words) Senator The Hon Murray Watt, Minister for the Environment and Water Meryl Swanson MP, Member for Paterson 15 Apr 2026 11: 00 am AEST 15 Apr 2026 10: 57 am AEST 15 Apr 2026 10: 54 am AEST 15 Apr 2026 10: 48 am AEST 15 Apr 2026 10: 45 am AEST 15 Apr 2026 10: 42 am AEST 15 Apr 2026 10: 37 am AEST 15 Apr 2026 10: 36 am…...
How science is rewriting the rules of marine taxonomy, one seaweed at a time
1+ week, 9+ hour ago (1422+ words) Along the southern coastline, researchers dive deep to collect seaweed from kelp forests and rocky platforms, taking small samples and the location of each sample. Back in the lab, the specimens are preserved " some dried, others kept alive " so they…...
Five Aussie Animals That Could Be Extinct By 2050
1+ week, 2+ day ago (352+ words) When we think of extinction, we tend to think of a giant asteroid wiping out the dinosaurs or the black and white video of the last Tasmanian Tiger taken at a Hobart zoo. But extinction is on our doorstep. In…...
Bat Night Returns To Tatura In 2026
2+ week, 1+ day ago (416+ words) Greater Shepparton City Council is pleased to announce the return of the popular Bat Night event, with River Connect, the Cussen Park User Group and expert guest speakers hosting an interactive evening on Friday 17 April from 5pm to 8pm, at Cussen Park,…...
Chief Scientist on the release of the National Marine Science Strategy
2+ week, 1+ day ago (496+ words) Nowhere is Australia's connection to our oceans more visible, or more vulnerable, than on the Great Barrier Reef. As one of the world's most complex and biodiverse ecosystems, the Reef is a barometer of ocean health, and our national resolve....
Council moves to secure future of Victoria Lake Caravan Park
2+ week, 5+ day ago (553+ words) Council has taken an important step towards securing the long-term future of the Victoria Lake Caravan Park in Shepparton, resolving to proceed with the purchase of Crown land within the site. While the land remains Crown land, leasing arrangements are…...
March research highlights: Nautilus habitat, eco-friendly tennis courts, more
2+ week, 6+ day ago (171+ words) The habits and habitats of "living fossils" Nautilus and Allonautilus 28 Mar 2026 2: 12 am AEST 28 Mar 2026 2: 06 am AEST 28 Mar 2026 1: 45 am AEST 28 Mar 2026 1: 42 am AEST 28 Mar 2026 1: 24 am AEST 28 Mar 2026 12: 33 am AEST 28 Mar 2026 12: 18 am AEST 28 Mar 2026 12: 12 am AEST 27 Mar 2026 11: 39 pm AEST 27 Mar 2026 11: 12 pm AEST…...
Meet Peter: Helping Keep Eye Out For Bird Flu
3+ week, 1+ day ago (518+ words) Passionate conservation volunteer and bird bander Peter tells us why bird flu vigilance matters. Peter has worked and volunteered in nature conservation for many years. He helps band birds and check their health. This work could help spot signs of…...
HKUST Prof. Charles NG Named Rankine Lecturer
3+ week, 2+ day ago (351+ words) Established in 1961 and named in honor of soil mechanics pioneer William John Macquorn Rankine, the Rankine Lecture is among the most prestigious lectureships in the global geotechnical community. Held annually in London each March, the lecture features internationally renowned authorities…...