Science
Nervous wait for scientists as new rover approaches Mars
This week NASA released one of the most stunning images of the surface of Mars ever seen. The image was......
Wave of support for coral reefs
Over 2600 scientists have put their names to a global call for governments to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions, to......
Invasion Nation
The reminders of bio-invaders are all around us: cane toads, rabbits, foxes and the list goes on. It’s easy to......
Carbon price just the beginning, says climate policy expert
The carbon price is now in place and the bitter debate surrounding it has only increased in volume. But for......
Time trials
The phrase “every second counts” will be especially relevant this weekend, as Australia’s timekeepers prepare to stop the clock. Time......
$2 billion Sydney desalination plant closing after 2 years
The nationwide embrace of desalination plants has come under fire after one NSW plant was shut down after only two......
Cane toad eradication breakthrough
Cane toads aren’t the most popular animal. In fact, since they were first introduced to eradicate cane beetles, scientists have......
The transition to gas powered energy not easy
The government plans to make the switch from coal powered electricity to gas powered electricity. It says this is key......
Award for Mining Research
Day after day, mining tycoons like Gina Rinehart and Clive Palmer are all over our air waves and we very......
Marine Parks don’t please everyone
The call for greater protection of Australian shores has finally been answered as a national marine park plan was announced......