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Call to review biodiversity offset scheme

A biodiversity offset scheme aimed at preserving natural habitat has not delivered on its goals, according to the Australian Conservation Foundation (ACF). Under the

Greener pastures drop red-meat emissions

Improved land management has helped Australia’s red meat industry reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by almost 80 percent. A CSIRO report found that in 2021 net

Low-carbon aviation may take off on landfill gas

A low-carbon aviation industry is a step closer thanks to a world-first development by researchers at the University of Sydney. A team led by Professor PJ Cullen has

New procurement policy to drive circular economy

Businesses bidding for Federal Government work will need to meet new sustainability benchmarks from July. Australia’s first national Environmentally Sustainable

More than a natural disaster a week for Australia

More than 40 natural disasters were declared across Australia in the past six months, impacting more than 190 local government areas. As the nation’s Emergency

QUT vaccine aims for chlamydia-free koalas

A respected Australasian researcher is leading the fight to save Australia’s koala population, with a QUT-led vaccine program releasing its first chlamydia-free animal

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New sodium-based battery can charge in seconds

Korean researchers have announced the development of a sodium-ion battery that can be charged in seconds. The breakthrough is attracting global attention because sodium

Redlands to seek new ways to upgrade Toondah Harbour

Redland City Council has declared it will continue to work with private investors to progress “vital upgrades” to the Toondah Harbour area, west of Brisbane. This

Green light for wind farm to take pressure off solar

A 400-megawatt wind farm in Central Queensland has been given the green light by the Federal Government. The Mount Hopeful Wind Farm, located 45km south of Rockhampton

Aussie dragon drops in to disrupt doze

By Graeme Wilson Enjoying her golden years in the leafy western suburbs of Brisbane, nature lover Jean Bray is a living angel when it comes to the local wildlife. A

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