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Massive new Indigenous Protected Area declared
Kalka-Pipalyatjara, a newly protected, Aboriginal-managed region of South Australia is home to numerous endangered species.
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Taste training for northern quolls
Training the endangered northern quoll to turn its nose up at cane toads could be the key to the species’ survival.
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The Ethiopian Australians
Ethiopian political refugees that settled in Australia are finding surprising similarities to their own culture.
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Oil and gas prospecting highlights need for marine reserves
Pressure mounts on regulators to protect marine life, as exploration for oil and gas increases in Australian waters.
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Dwarf planets accumulate in outer Solar System
Pluto may be demoted again, as researchers work to properly define dwarf planets.
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Experts fear major reef damage from stranded ship
Park authorities are starting to assess the damage to Australia’s Great Barrier Reef as questions are raised about the need for marine pilots on all large ships navigating near to the World Heritage Area.
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Risky rescue planned for leaking ship in Great Barrier Reef
A leaking Chinese coal carrier continues to threaten reef off the coast of Rockhampton, as plans get underway to salvage the vessel.
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Best nature photography of 2009
The annual ANZANG photo competition makes for a pretty picture collection.
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Toads have inbuilt earthquake warning system
Toads are capable of detecting an impending earthquake several days before the first tremors strike.
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Kimberley close to being heritage listed
The wild splendours of the Kimberley in WA are the largest land area ever assessed for National Heritage Listing.