Iceland risks further catastrophic eruption
Australian geographer Deanne Bird warns that a second volcano could erupt in Iceland.
Australian geographer Deanne Bird warns that a second volcano could erupt in Iceland.
Experts say earthquakes of magnitude 5.0, such as the one that collapsed buildings in Kalgoorlie on Tuesday, occur in Australia every year.
Kalka-Pipalyatjara, a newly protected, Aboriginal-managed region of South Australia is home to numerous endangered species.
Some of the heaviest rain in decades sees the Simpson seep into life and colour.
Pressure mounts on regulators to protect marine life, as exploration for oil and gas increases in Australian waters.
Park authorities are starting to assess the damage to Australia’s Great Barrier Reef as questions are raised about the need for marine pilots on all large ships navigating near to the World Heritage Area.
The first songbird to have its genome deciphered may offer new insight into how human children learn to speak.
Toads are capable of detecting an impending earthquake several days before the first tremors strike.
With artificial glaciers and other innovative technologies, a Himalayan region is regaining food self-sufficiency.
The botanical riches of countries including Australia could be hit hard as temperatures rise, a new study warns.