Image by Tung Lam from Pixabay Our oceans are in trouble and new research from Flinders University shows how changes in diatoms (microalgae) could further undermine the foundation of aquatic life’s food webs – as well as vital deep-sea carbon capture or sequestration. A new study published in Marine Ecology used high-tech methods to test common microalgal species […]

REMONDIS Aust Rocklea Resource Recovery Facility  Specialised medical waste processing added to services        REMONDIS Australia has consolidated its position as a waste management leader in Queensland by investing in an expansive multi-purpose waste processing hub and supporting infrastructure at its Rocklea Resource Recovery Facility. Six years in the making, the development was officially opened today […]

Epson’s new Adelaide office and experience centre Epson Australia and New Zealand has expanded its regional presence with a move to larger, modern premises designed to support continued business growth and enhance the customer and partner experience. The new facilities in Adelaide, Brisbane and Auckland provide increased office and operational space, as well as a […]

Yarra Valley Water is transforming over 35 hectares of land at its Upper Yarra Sewage Treatment Plant in Launching Place into a climate resilient wetland and swamp forest habitat, with over 172,000 trees set to be established as part of the next stage of the project. Yarra Valley Water has completed earthworks to make innovative […]

Solar Citizens welcomes the NSW Government announcement that the Sydney International Convention Centre will become the largest ‘solar farm’ in any Central Business District in the Southern Hemisphere. Solar Citizens CEO Heidi Lee Douglas said: “Maximising solar installations on large commercial and public roofs is absolutely the direction all public and private enterprises should embrace. […]

Red-tailed Phascogale photographed at Mt Gibson Wildlife Sanctuary. © Aliesha Dodson The Red-tailed Phascogale, a species so small, quick and wary that it typically gives scientists the slip, has been captured in record numbers at a wildlife sanctuary in Western Australia’s Wheatbelt region. The surge in captures indicates that the population is bouncing back, two years […]

Image credit: Felicity McCormack, Securing Antartica’s Environmental Future Monash University Key points International coordination of large-scale surveys is needed to deliver reliable projections of sea-level rise for coastal planning and vulnerable nations. A group of 80 scientists from 16 countries propose three survey ‘rings’ encircling Antarctica that track inland ice flow, grounding zones and ice […]

Standing in the forest, on Country in the Sunshine Coast hinterland, Kerry Neill’s infectious enthusiasm spilled into laughter: “If you’re not celebrating, get up, mate!” He was reflecting on the people whose stories were emerging in the Sunshine Coast Biosphere Awards, which celebrate those creating a better future. Just under a week later, Kerry would […]

Hornsby Shire residents have once again been recognised as Australia’s top mobile phone recyclers, claiming MobileMuster’s Top Collector Award for a ninth consecutive year. The annual MobileMuster awards recognise local councils that collect the most mobile phones, chargers and accessories for recycling. During the past financial year, Hornsby Shire residents recycled an impressive 677kg of […]

Westfield destinations across Australia have announced the 2026 finalists in this year’s Westfield Local Heroes program, marking the ninth year the program has shone a light on leaders, volunteers, innovators and everyday community members who are making an impact. Australians can cast their vote on the Westfield website for a cause close to their hearts, […]