Science & Environment
The future is fungi
For more than a billion years, fungi have been the natural world’s architects and alchemists. Could they now help rewrite humanity’s future?
Science & Environment
Record-breaking rains bring the Kimberley to life
A group of scientists on the Mornington Wildlife Sanctuary in the Kimberley have documented their lives during a record wet season.
News
Australia’s best beach has been crowned
Hidden away on the south coast of WA, Misery Beach has beaten out iconic coastal swimming spots to be crowned Australia’s best beach.
Science & Environment
The volcanic eruption in Tonga was massive. What happens now?
The Kingdom of Tonga doesn’t often attract global attention, but a violent eruption of an underwater volcano on January 15 has spread shock waves, quite literally, around half the world.
Science & Environment
Scientists use old maps to analyse how the northern Great Barrier Reef has shaped over time
Mangrove forests are rapidly expanding on remote sand cays in the northern Great Barrier Reef, capturing carbon and helping tiny islands grow despite rising sea levels.
Flora & Fauna
Bound, gagged, posted: Investigating Australia’s cruel and corrupt illegal wildlife trade
Our report into the cruelty and corruption of the illegal wildlife trade.
Science & Environment
Australia’s iconic giant clams are in trouble
Warmer waters brought on by Australia’s rapidly changing climate makes it difficult for them to build strong shells.
News
In pictures: 2021 Great Barrier Reef coral spawning
When it comes to capturing the annual coral spawning on the Great Barrier Reef, it’s all about being at the right place at the right time.
News
Don’t miss tonight’s ‘eclipse moonrise’
The partial lunar eclipse will put on a special twilight show for most of Australia.
News
How to perfectly capture the shimmer and shine of the Southern Lights
When the aurora australis comes calling, it’s cameras at the ready. Here’s award-winning photographer Luke Tscharke’s top tips for capturing the perfect image.