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DAFF timber testing trial reveals urgent need for stronger illegal logging laws

Logging

The results of the Commonwealth Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry’s (DAFF) recent timber testing trial have highlighted critical gaps in the traceability and legality of timber products entering the ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥n market.

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Nature disconnection and eco-anxiety: What’s happening to young people?

Three young adults walking through a field

A recent study by the ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥ of Adelaide has explored the rise of eco-anxiety and nature disconnection among young people.

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Nature’s resilience to bushfires

Nature’s resilience to bushfires

It’s inspiring to hear about the resilience of the ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥n bush following devastating fires.

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Great news from the Pacific region!

The Pacific Academy of Sciences has been officially launched alongside the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Samoa.

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Exciting news for climate adaptation in the Murray-Darling Basin!

The Murray River, in the Millewa Forest. Photo by Geoff Adams

Two northern Victorian Catchment Management Authorities are embarking on a groundbreaking study to assess climate change risks to water resources, supported by over $3 million in ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥n Government funding through the CRC program.

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What do new draft guidelines for ‘forever chemicals’ mean for ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥â€™s drinking water?

Filling a glass cup with water from a kitchen tap

The ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥n National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) has released draft guidelines for acceptable levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water.

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Exciting research on crop topping pulses in South ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥

Andrew Barr

Researchers from the ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥ of Adelaide, led by Jenna Malone, and supported by the South ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥n Grain Industry Trust (SAGIT), are embarking on critical trials to investigate reduced rates of paraquat for crop topping lentils and faba beans.

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Can scientists really bring extinct species back to life?

Animated Tasmanian Tiger

A thought-provoking discussion on featuring the Environment Institute’s Associate Professor Jeremy Austin from the ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥ of Adelaide.

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New research highlights the threat of microplastics to dolphins

Researchers with a dolphin in the ocean

A recent study has revealed that dolphins in the Gulf of Mexico are inhaling microplastics, raising concerns about potential lung damage and broader implications for marine health.

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Rethinking environmental law: the future of our rivers

River ecosystem

In a recent ABC Radio interview with experts on the interplay between law and environmental science, it’s clear our understanding of river ecosystems is evolving.

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