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Whipping race horses ineffective, study says
It might be an ancient tradition, but whipping does not make horses run faster.
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Cane toad hitchhikes to southwest WA
For the first time, a cane toad has been found in the southwest corner of Western Australia.
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Detention centre threatens endangered parrot
A population of Carnaby’s cockatoos may have their habitat destroyed if a detention centre goes ahead.
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Hidden populations of mountain pygmy possum found
New populations of the critically endangered mountain pygmy possum have scientists excited.
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True force of Yasi may never be known
Because there were no gauges where Cyclone Yasi made landfall, there are no direct measures of its strength.
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Female finches stressed by bad mating choice
Female Goudlian finches find it hard to make the best of a bad mating decision when the pickings are slim.
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Value of national parks confirmed
National parks are one of few strategies actively helping to save species from extinction, says a new study.
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World’s first live flood test yields vital data
A Queensland scientist boldly braved the floodwaters to carry out a unique flood modelling experiment.
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Aboriginal knowledge helps Kokoda rangers
Rangers from PNG’s Kokoda Track visited Australia to learn more about indigenous management of parks.
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Dance moves help lizards stand out in a crowd
From push-ups to head bobbing, these are some of the methods lizards use to get their messages across.