Biodiversity
Rakali vs. black rat: Australian native rodent fights back
Footage has provided Sydney researchers with the first evidence of a native rakali attacking a black rat – an introduced and problematic species.
Climate
Algae Armageddon
Why has an unprecedented growth of tiny toxic plants been killing marine life en masse along Australia’s southern coastline?
Science & Environment
Discovery of ‘chainmail’ bone plates in goannas could be key to their evolutionary success
Monitor lizards, also known in Australia as goannas, are some of the most iconic reptiles on the continent. Their lineage not only survived the mass extinction that ended the reign of non-avian dinosaurs, but also gave rise to the largest living lizards on Earth.
Climate
Green is the new black
After more than a century of mining coal to produce steel, the port city of Wollongong is reshaping itself as a clean-energy hub.
Climate
‘Skin in the game’: Why Yael Stone left Hollywood
This Aussie actor has turned her back on a successful Hollywood career to work with her new extended neighbourhood south of Sydney on creating a sustainable future.
Climate
Torres Strait Islanders lose climate change case against Australian government
The Federal Court has handed down its long-awaited judgement in a four-year climate case brought by Torres Strait Islanders.
Biodiversity
OPINION: Private landholders key to conservation
Carbon and biodiversity markets will help unlock the potential of privately owned properties, writes ecologist Dr Kate Dodds.
Biodiversity
Surprising twist in the war on weeds
Invasive plant species are working together against biocontrol measures, becoming stronger and smarter.
Climate
Iconic Ningaloo Reef in hot water
Western Australia’s Ningaloo and some remote northern reefs had largely escaped the worst effects of coral bleaching – but now a severe marine heatwave is taking its toll.
Biodiversity
Australia gives up on eradicating devastating wood-boring beetle
Authorities have ceased trying to eradicate the invasive pest that has destroyed 4500 trees in the one city where it has been detected.