News
Devil tumour disease a parasite, say experts
The infectious cancer afflicting Tasmanian devils displays many of the properties of a parasitic organism.
Tag: conservation
Nature & Wildlife
Gunnedah may hold key to reversing koala decline
Home to one of the only growing koala populations in NSW, Gunnedah shows that land restoration can be a win-win.
News
Galapagos tortoise Lonesome George dies
At about 100 years old, Lonesome George, the world’s rarest tortoise, dies – putting an end to his species.
Awards
Conservationist of the year: Bookend Trust
Niall Doran, on behalf of the Bookend Trust, accepts the AG Society’s Conservationist of the Year award.
Awards
Young Conservationist of the Year: Kim Hands
Kim Hands, from the Stop the Toad Foundation, wins the AG Society’s Young Conservationist of the Year award.
Awards
Lifetime of Conservation award: Bob Brown
The Australian Geographic Society’s Lifetime of Conservation award goes to stalwart Greens politician Bob Brown.
News
Feral cats a problem for rare ground parrot
The Endangered western ground parrot is under increasing threat from feral cats.
News
Cane toad v cane toad: poison used against itself
The cane toad has turned out to be its own worst enemy, with the discovery that young can be baited with toad poison.
News
Australian marine reserve the world’s largest
The government has created the largest marine reserve in the world, which protects much of Australian waters.
Science & Environment
What’s the hurry with CSG fracking?
Just what is the deal with coal seam gas? Is it safe and it is all it’s cracked up to be?