Science & Environment
Gallery: The most poisonous plants in Australia (Part II)
They may not be able to run away as a defence from predators, but plants have developed poisons as their weapon.
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Science & Environment
Australia’s poisonous plants, part II
They may not be able to run away as a defence from predators, but plants have developed poisons as their weapon.
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Best science and nature photos of 2012: ANZANG
The best Australian wildlife and landcape images of 2012 have been judged. See the amazing winners.
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Fostering hope for wallaby species
An ethically challenging conservation technique may help save an endangered species.
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10 most dangerous stingers in Australia
We unearth the crawling, swimming and creeping creatures that sting for predation and self-defence.
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Gallery: Australia’s 10 most dangerous stingers
We unearth the crawling, swimming and creeping creatures that sting for predation and self-defence.
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The resurgence of red kangaroos
Professor Tim Flannery describes the resurgence of red kangaroos in Corner Country, where Qld, NSW and SA meet.
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Timeline of space exploration
Starting in 1957, human (and dog) exploration of space has led to a new understanding of our place in the universe.
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The bends: anatomy of decompression sickness
Scuba diving can transport you to a magical underwater world, but in rare cases the pressure can be dangerous.
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Gallery: Star trail in the night sky
These lovely star trail photos by an amateur photographer from Bendigo bring a new perspective to the night sky.