Covid-19 Archives - Australian Geographic

When Sally met Fred the black-necked stork

Since recovering from an accident, this wild, young, black-necked stork has struck up a rare and remarkable relationship with a couple managing a conservation property in Far North Queensland.

Science & Environment

COVID has reached Antarctica and scientists are concerned for its wildlife

The potential for the COVID-19 virus to jump to Antarctica’s unique and already vulnerable wildlife has scientists extremely concerned.

Why museums are a keystone in fighting future pandemics: Kristofer Helgen

Talking Australia

Why museums are a keystone in fighting future pandemics: Kristofer Helgen

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The new Chief Scientist and Director of the Australian Museum Research Institute, Professor Kristofer Helgen talks about the future of the nation’s first museum. After a massive redevelopment the museum unlocked more than 3000sq.m of new public space and recently reopened its gates to the public. Helgen has an outstanding global research track-record and a deep understanding of museums after working for almost 10 years at the legendary Smithsonian´s National Museum of Natural History in Washington, D.C. On this episode Kristofer talks about his new role and the future of the Australian Museum. He also explains his recent comments about the crucial role of museums in fighting future pandemics and draws hope for fighting climate change from prior global issues that we seem to have overcome. This Episode of Talking Australia is hosted by Angela Heathcote (Digital Producer at Australian Geographic) and produced by Ben Kanthak (www.beachshackpodcasts.com). You can also follow us on Instagram @australiangeographic

Science & Environment

Face masks floated all the way to Lord Howe Island, making for devastating images

The same converging tropical and temperate currents that create the unique ecosystem at Lord Howe are the same reason face masks have been able to make their way to the island.

News

COVID-19 puts new zing in Aussie lingo

Frugalistas, fomites and fakeaway dinners … wordsmiths are having a field day. Lexicologist Dr Adam Smith looks at the colourful, inventive language of social crisis.