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Tourism operators follow new pathway to understanding

South-East Queensland tourism operators are taking part in a pilot program aimed at building stronger ties with Traditional Custodian Groups in the region. Developed by

Living Lab connects thousands of energy users

Thousands of Australian homes and businesses will be connected in a “Living Lab” to support the country’s transition to cleaner energy. The CSIRO’s new National

Modern net captures Queensland wildlife

A public database of Queensland’s flora and fauna has received a multi-million-dollar upgrade. State Environment Minister Andrew Powell said the WildNet website now

Global recognition for K’gari name change

It’s official. Fraser Island is no more. Australia’s request to have the world’s largest sand island known globally as K’gari has been approved. Federal

Mine waste to capture carbon and boost farm profits

Mine and quarry waste has the potential to save Australian farmers millions of dollars each year and reduce the agricultural sector’s carbon footprint. University of

Five reasons the green hydrogen dream is faltering

By Alison Reeve As the world looks for ways to tackle climate change, Australia has invested heavily in green hydrogen. Green hydrogen is shaping as the best option to

World-leading active transport program on Sunshine Coast

A Sunshine Coast active school transport program has received international recognition by exceeding global benchmarks. The top-tier international Journal of Transport

Looking back 150,000 years to predict future monsoons

Evidence dating back 150,000 years points to future monsoon seasons across northern Australia being more intense. Scientists from Townsville’s James Cook University

Solar farm approval at the speed of light (sort of)

A Queensland solar farm project, designed to minimise environmental impact, has been approved in less than three weeks. Federal Environment Minister Murray Watt said the

Extra boost to Cyclone Alfred recovery efforts

Almost $170 million in extra funding has been promised for restoration efforts in the wake of Tropical Cyclone Alfred. Both the Queensland and Federal governments have

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