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From a Hugh Jackman-esque spider to honouring traditional Indigenous words, these species have memorable names.
The race is on to develop a vaccine for the COVID-19 coronavirus. Australian researchers are leading several major clinical trials that might help bring an end to the deadly disease.
In Australia, methane emissions from fossil fuels are rising due to expansion of the natural gas industry, whereas agriculture emissions are falling.
The new values are a worrying outcome that no one wants, but one we must still grapple with.
Nigeria recently approved the world's first GM cowpea, which provides full protection against the pod-borer Maruca, a major problem for this important crop.
An upgrade for the Australia Telescope Compact Array will enable major new discoveries about the Universe.
Insects are vital to sustaining life on Earth – and their numbers are falling fast. So consider ditching the fly spray and see what you can do to help.
Nitrogen-fixing bacteria help tropical phytoplankton absorb carbon dioxide, creating a biological pump in the oceans.
Penny Whetton made the lives of those around her richer, more interesting and more human. Her death leaves a massive void.
Recently, magnetic compasses at Greenwich pointed directly at true north for the first time in 360 years. This is currently happening in Western Australia too. But what does it mean?
Growth in demand for healthy and sustainable products could make Australia's food and agribusiness sector more valuable than mining.
Corals, mangroves and seagrass habitats have been affected by extreme weather events, and some may never recover.
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