History & Culture
Population: How much is too much?
The human race keeps multiplying and environmental impact will continue to grow as a result, writes Peter Meredith.
Science & Environment
NASA spots Earth-sized rocky planet
A small, Earth-like rocky planet has been discovered orbiting the Kepler-10 star, 560 light-years away.
History & Culture
What do maths and crochet have in common?
A creative way of representing a mathematical principal has led to the creation of some crafty corals.
Science & Environment
Scientists set sail for Antarctic glacier
A team of Australian scientists will study the impacts of a collision between a glacier and an iceberg.
Science & Environment
Unique ecosystems thrive in “acid rain”
Queensland scientists have discovered a unique ecosystem, in which flora and fauna thrive in highly acidic water.
Nature & Wildlife
Echidnas have sex while sleeping, study says
Little is known about the sex life of echidnas, but an AG society-sponsored study is making some surprising findings.
Science & Environment
The ghost birds of Norfolk Island
Ghostbuster Guy Dutson goes in search of long-lost birds from Norfolk Island’s past.
Science & Environment
Dazzling ‘glow snails’ use light for defence
Experts explain the trick behind glowing Aussie sea snails.
Biodiversity
Extinct Australian birds increase by 25%
One bird species and five sub-species are now confirmed extinct following a long absence of sightings.
Science & Environment
When dust storms descend
Dust storms are nothing new to Australia, despite the alarm felt by Sydneysiders when a red haze descended.