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"A new wildlife overpass connects two of Australia's national parks, saving beloved endangered species"
#Australia #Wildlife

This giant wildlife bridge connects two national parks, saving Australia's beloved species
The retrofitted bridge includes features for a wide range of species, from rope crossings for gliding marsupials to vegetated pathways for ground-dwelling animals.

"The fight to save Australia’s ‘incredibly captivating’ endangered spiny crayfish"
#Australia #Crayfish #Animals

"Extreme high temperatures double young people’s risk of mental health admissions, Australian research shows"
#Australia #Health #Medical

Extreme high temperatures double young people’s risk of mental health admissions, Australian research shows
Exclusive University of Sydney research shows heat-related hospital admissions to increase by 6% to 7.7% by the end of the century

"Norfolk Island’s unique corals under triple threat from disease, El Niño and now government-approved dredging"
#Australia #Environment #ElNino

Norfolk Island’s unique corals under triple threat from disease, El Niño and now government-approved dredging
Exclusive: Most of the island’s corals are likely to be species that have not been formally described by science, researcher says

Western Australia is edging toward desertification #Australia

Western Australia is edging toward desertification
Australia is the driest inhabited continent on Earth. Somehow, it feels like it's getting hotter and drier every day.

"How much water and power will AI data centres use in Australia? Ironically, we don’t have the data to know"
#Australia #AI #ArtificialIntelligence

How much water and power will AI data centres use in Australia? Ironically, we don’t have the data to know
Don’t panic about AI data centres and water – it’s energy we should worry about

Tomorrow is the first day of winter here in Australia. We're in Canberra so we're getting ready for the brrr...
#Winter #Canberra #Australia

"Sydney records hottest June since 1859 as expert warns new high a ‘signature’ of global warming"
#Australia #Sydney #Climate

Sydney records hottest June since 1859 as expert warns new high a ‘signature’ of global warming
Bureau of Meteorology says city’s mean temperature reached 16.1C, surpassing the previous record of 15.7C set in 1991

I've used some questionable pit toilets in my day but I've never worried about falling in.
"This is not the first time accidents involving pit toilets have happened in Australia.
In July 2024, firefighters had to pull apart one such toilet in Indigo Valley in the state of Victoria after a man got stranded in it."
#Australia #PitToilet #Outhouse

Australia's coal and gas exports violate our human rights, group says in new UN case https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn8q5nx6jw6o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

Australia's coal and gas exports violate our human rights, group says in new UN case
The group says that it is unlawful for Australia to continue approving fossil fuel exports without protecting its citizens.

re post: #australia

Morning calisthenics on the internet (literally).
#Cockatoo #Canberra #Australia

"Green tram tracks cut heat and beautify cities. Why isn’t Australia doing it?"
#Australia #PublicTransport

Green tram tracks cut heat and beautify cities. Why isn’t Australia doing it?
Planting grass or succulents along tram tracks can cool streets, cut pollution and make cities feel more beautiful.

I went out to lunch today at a cafe with a friend. I had a hamburger. With beetroot relish. Yum!
We're obviously in Australia. A hamburger is not a hamburger if it's not under the influence of beetroot. 🫜
#Hamburger #Beetroot

"Gas companies spending millions on Australian advertising blitz to fight export tax, inquiry told"
#Australia #Climate #ClimateChange

"Deadly bird flu strain confirmed in Australia for first time"
#Birds #Australia #Animals

Deadly bird flu strain confirmed in Australia for first time
A deadly strain of avian influenza, H5N1, that has killed millions of wild and domestic birds and mammals across the globe, has for the first time reached Australia’s shores. Australian authorities confirmed that two migratory seabirds, a brown skua (Stercorarius antarcticus) and a northern giant petrel (Macronectes halli), have both tested positive for H5N1, a […]

"Australia installs 400,000 home batteries in 10 months for 11.2 GWh"
#Australia #Batteries #Energy

Australia installs 400,000 home batteries in 10 months for 11.2 GWh
Australia is in the grip of a consumer-led energy storage boom with new figures showing more than 400,000 batteries representing 11.2 GWh of storage capacity have been installed nationwide in the past 10 months.

The embattled Australian National University has agreed to a new independent selection process to choose its next Chancellor to replace Julie Bishop, whose term ends at the end of the year.
#ANU #Canberra #Australia

'Unprecedented intervention': ANU agrees to adopt independent panel to choose next Chancellor | Region Canberra
The embattled Australian National University has agreed to a new independent selection process to choose its next Chancellor to replace…

"Darwin residents want answers on toxic gas emissions. The science shows their concerns are warranted"
#Australia #Emissions

Darwin residents want answers on toxic gas emissions. The science shows their concerns are warranted
Giant gas companies are “hot venting” toxic gases known to be unsafe for humans at any concentration.

Just spotted on Reddit: an interactive online map of every public #DrinkingFountain in #Australia: https://freebubbler.com.au/

This is a welcome change
#antiScam #law #telco #Australia

I have a question... I thought the BRS bail conditions included him only being allowed to travel to Melbourne or Sydney? But, if so, how was he able to go to Queensland for the ANZAC ceremony?
#BRS #Australia

"By 2050, many Sydney apartments built to today’s standards could be too hot for weeks at a time"
#Australia #Sydney #Houses

By 2050, many Sydney apartments built to today’s standards could be too hot for weeks at a time
Apartments built to today’s standards could be too hot for future comfort for about four weeks a year in Redfern and more than seven weeks in Penrith.

Australia’s new national park links habitat to protect koalas https://news.mongabay.com/2026/05/australias-new-national-park-links-habitat-to-protect-koalas/

Australia's new national park links habitat to protect koalas
“When I was a kid, forestry was more sustainable,” Mark Graham said, leaning against a massive tree trunk. “Now 30-tonne industrial machines bulldoze everything in their path.” He’s an ecologist who’s worked for state and federal governments — and has often been at odds with the forest industry. We were walking through the Coffs Harbour […]

An #asteroid hit deep in the #Australian #outback. What it left may have broken a record.
Australian researchers say they have found evidence of Earth’s oldest known asteroid

An asteroid hit deep in the Australian outback. What it left may have broken a record
Australian researchers say they have found evidence of Earth's oldest known asteroid impact. It dates back three billion years.

"Australia can switch from fossil fuel exports to renewables, says next Cop president"
#Australia #FossilFuels #Energy

Back from getting my annual flu shot (only $24.95) at the nearest chemist. Now to wait 3 months until I can get a covid vaccination...
#Vaccinations #Australia

"Overheated cows, flooded highways, and now a fuel crisis: why Australia’s food system is in big trouble"
#Australia #Animals #Cows

Overheated cows, flooded highways, and now a fuel crisis: why Australia’s food system is in big trouble
Australia produces enough food for 75 million people. But intensifying heat and natural disasters and competition for water are eroding food security.

"One Japanese town sorts waste into 40 different categories. How does Australia’s recycling compare?"
#Japan #Australia #Recycling

"raised Donald Trump's *heckles*"
um, well, no... 😠
The Guardian Australia's Full Story podcast 14/4/26
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AusPods #Podcasting #Australia

"Salt Water Restores Native Queensland Ecosystems After Dozens of Tidal Gates Removed"
#Australia #Queensland #Environment

Salt Water Restores Native Queensland Ecosystems After Dozens of Tidal Gates Removed
It's definitely a worldwide trend: removing dams, restoring natural water movement and displacement, and in Queensland it's no different.

"Datacentres should be forced to invest in wind and solar energy, all states agree – except Queensland"
#Australia #Queensland #Energy

"For 44 years, Australia has subsidised diesel use. Is it time to stop?"
#Australia #Diesel #Climate #ClimateChange

For 44 years, Australia has subsidised diesel use. Is it time to stop?
Australia could direct revenue towards electrification, not further diesel consumption.

"Amazon enters agreements for nine Australian renewable projects to power datacentres"
#Australia #Amazon #Technology

"New study sheds light on Victoria's future rainfall"
#Australia #Victoria #Rain #Weather
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New study sheds light on Victoria's future rainfall
New research led by Monash University sheds a new perspective on forecasts of future rainfall in Victoria, showing that recent dry conditions may not fully reflect long-term climate change signals.

"Cars make way for bikes as Sydney commuters saddle up to circumvent ‘crazy’ fuel costs"
#Australia #Sydney #Cars #Vehicles