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Botanical bucket list: wildflowers of the mid-west
Every year, the nutrient-poor soils of Western Australia’s mid-west erupt with spectacular blooms – bringing thousands of people to the region.
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Aussie invasion: 21 native species considered pests overseas
Cane toads, rabbits, lantana…the destruction caused by introduced species to Australian shores is well known. But what about the impact of our natives overseas? Biologist Tim Low journeyed around the world to see just how damaging our flora and fauna have been to other ecosystems.
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Aerial photography of Victoria
Peter Virag, a self-taught photographer who’s lived in Melbourne since 2007, says that drone photography has the ability to capture striking perspectives of otherwise mundane subjects. Here, he shares with us the abstract patterns and vivid colours of parts of Victoria. instagram.com/peterviragphoto www.twitter.com/peterviragphoto
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Scientists can now grow flexible crystals
Despite that crystals are renowned for being hard and brittle, these scientists have found a way to make them malleable.
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An illustrated guide to Australia’s marvellous wattle
Wattles belong to the plant genus Acacia, which contains about 1350 species worldwide, including 1000 in Australia. Ranging from trees to minuscule shrubs, acacias dominate many of our landscapes. On the first day of spring is National Wattle Day, marking the moment in history when the Golden Wattle was made Australia’s official floral emblem.
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Gallery: Montague Island
Enjoy wild encounters year-round on southern NSW’s natural treasure— Montague Island. For more information about Montague Island head to the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service website
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Illustrated: Australian plant seeds
The seeds illustrated by Anne Hayes here can be found in coastal forests in northern NSW and southern Queensland.
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Your guide to the Pilbara’s wildflower season
Take a journey through the vastness of the Pilbara to discover its beautiful wildflowers.
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Advice from Alan Finkel: How to get our children excited about science
Exposing our children to the ever-advancing tide of science will prepare them to take the future by storm, writes Alan Finkel.
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Can seaweed save us from climate change?
Experts say to fight climate change, put seaweed in the mix.