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Do frogs have accents?
Analysing the calls of nearly 700 frogs has given scientists new insights into frog communication.
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Python parasite pulled from Australian woman’s brain
In a world first, a parasitic roundworm commonly found in carpet pythons has been found in the brain of a human.
Nature Photographer of the Year
Winners: 2023 Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year
It’s a landmark year for the Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year (AGNPOTY) competition.
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Five Australian species at immediate risk of extinction
Five species could jeopardise the Labor government’s zero extinctions target, warns a scientific committee.
Need To Know with Dr Karl
Neanderthal DNA kills superbugs
Proteins found in ancient Neanderthal DNA might help fight modern antibiotic resistance.
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Asteroid crater 520km in diameter buried deep in southeast Australia, scientists say
New evidence suggests the world’s largest known asteroid impact structure is buried near the New South Wales town of Deniliquin.
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Is the Great Barrier Reef reviving – or dying? Here’s what’s happening beyond the headlines
The Great Barrier Reef is not dead. Nor is it in good health. The truth is complex. To understand what’s going on takes more than a headline.
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High Seas Treaty a safeguard for our oceans
For the first time, oceans beyond national water boundaries have been officially recognised for protection.
History & Culture
In pictures: Garma Festival 2023
Australia’s largest celebration of Yolngu culture took place at the weekend, with four-days of art, music, dance, ceremony and song.
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Experts demand new Great Barrier Reef plan
Australia’s plan to protect the Great Barrier Reef won’t cut it in the era of climate change and another approach is urgently needed, an expert panel says.