“Ghost” nebula puzzles astronomers
Experts are perplexed as to what could be lighting up the ‘boomerang’ in this spectacular nebula.
Experts are perplexed as to what could be lighting up the ‘boomerang’ in this spectacular nebula.
Experts are perplexed as to what could be lighting up the ‘boomerang’ in this spectacular nebula.
A huge man-made flood will protect thousands of hectares of threatened eucalypts.
Scientists have found a Sun-like star with seven planets, one of which is the smallest known outside our Solar System.
Some Aboriginal clans have a little-known maritime history, as a replica canoe and new exhibit reveal.
Photos taken over 60 years ago are the earliest colour images of Central Australian wildflowers.
A new fifty-cent commemorative coin acknowledges the sacrifice of Australia’s drafted servicemen.
These birds need a man to help about the nest, but still want options when choosing the best sperm to fertilise their eggs.
The nation’s top science and nature photos are revealed at the 2010 Australian Museum Eureka Prizes.
As native species decline and traditional practices are lost, Aboriginal hunting is becoming unsustainable, says a report.