Earthquake-proofing Australian buildings
In the wake of the devastating Christchurch earthquakes, engineers are evaluating building structures.
In the wake of the devastating Christchurch earthquakes, engineers are evaluating building structures.
Australian researchers have traced the formation of the Andes by studying how the South American coastline curves.
Earthquakes don’t only occur near our neighbours Japan and New Zealand – they’re common in Australia too.
Victoria and South Australia should have better plans in place for dangerous eruptions.
Mining companies in QLD have been accused of taking a “divide-and-conquer” approach, says an expert.
North Queensland may experience more aftershocks following the 5.2 magnitude earthquake on Saturday.
For the first time, scientists have found a link between climatic events and the movement of tectonic plates.
Tsunamis have occurred through history, but there is still much to learn about them. Here are the basics.
The largest earthquake ever to hit Japan also produced one of the biggest known tsunamis. See the video animation.
Many parts of Christchurch suffered devastating shaking, and this map shows the worst-hit areas.