The recent discovery of five new coral species around the Indo-Pacific could have critical implications for reef management.

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The third in our series on great Australian walks sees us select five of the best in South Australia, from the coast to the ...

Turning hemp waste, such as the stalks and trash left over from harvest, into an industrial product is an emerging industry.

Satellite images showing the Earth illuminated in artificial light are becoming a glaring symbol of ‘light pollution’.

Budgies seem to have a sixth sense about where to find water, even in harsh conditions of the Australian desert.

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Australian researchers have studied the dance repertoire of cockatoos, and investigated why they bust these moves.

As climate change pushes species out of heat-ravaged zones and towards cooler regions, Australian researchers have found that ...

For a memorable day in the outdoors, nothing beats a good walk. Check out some of our favourite day walks in each state and ...

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It’s one thing to experience the burn of a jellyfish sting, but how about a dose of psychological torture to go along with ...