History & Culture
Family unit still strong, research says
Families are surviving despite predictions of their demise decades ago, new research reports.
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History & Culture
Australian Antarctic explorer dies
Alf Howard, who was aboard Douglas Mawson’s 1929-31 expedition to Antarctica, has died.
Science & Environment
National recycling scheme a step closer
A nationwide container deposit scheme which could recycle 11 billion bottles annually may be approved within a year.
Adventure
Kiwi claims mountain first
BRAVING DANGEROUS WEATHER AND trekking solo, Marty Schmidt became the first New Zealander to reach the summit of Malaku – the world’s fifth-highest mountain – without oxygen. After his partner became sick, the Christchurch-based adventurer decided to attempt the summit alone – en route saving the life of another climber – before he completed the… View Article
Science & Environment
Native lizard gives cancer clues
Pregnant three-toed skinks could hold the key to how human cells turn cancerous, Australian scientists have found.
Science & Environment
Scientists develop printable lasers
Printing your own solar panels or TV screens could be as easy as popping to the local newsagent for some laser ink.
Science & Environment
What do whales and females have in common?
Pilot whales, orcas and humans are the only beings to live long after menopause and scientists have now figured out why.
Science & Environment
NZ glacier melt tips end of ice age
A change in global wind patterns helped melt NZ glaciers and end the Ice Age, scientists report.
History & Culture
Nimbin’s sustainability quest given boost
Nimbin residents are installing a solar farm to supply the town with most of its energy and make it one of Australia’s most sustainbale communities.
Science & Environment
Croc numbers recover
The biggest survey of crocodiles in Queensland has revealed the population is healthy.