Science & Environment
Where are all the stars?
As Earth Hour approaches, urban light pollution interrupts the visibility of stars.
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Science & Environment
From trash to treasure
Truly recycling means much more than council’s convenient kerbside bins.
Science & Environment
Why is the sky blue?
Astronomer, award-winning science communicator and AG columnist Fred Watson tackles the big questions about the Earth, Moon and other heavenly objects.
Science & Environment
What colour is the Moon?
The Moon changes colour depending on several factors. It can appear blue, red or silvery.
Science & Environment
Forensic investigations: Can a fly solve a murder case?
Forget the glamour of prime-time television. Forensic investigation is a precise science based on careful – and sometimes malodorous – research.
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Buzz Aldrin’s vision of future space exploration
In an exclusive interview with AG, astronaut Buzz Aldrin discusses what’s to come in the space race, and looks back on that giant leap.
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Shop for the environment
A few smart and simple choices in the supermarket can help ensure that your shopping habits don’t cost the earth.
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Oil: Fuelling the future
Oil reserves are dwindling and petrol prices rising, but few of us have any intention of abandoning our cars. What’s the solution?
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The Murray’s crusaders
While the world watches and governments and scientists argue about salinity and water resources, families living at the mouth of the Murray River are working to find their own solutions.
Science & Environment
Pups perfected in artificial womb
World-first research gives birth to live sharks.