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Scientists urge deeper dive into ocean afforestation and seaweed as a carbon storage solution

Two new studies led by Institute for Marine and Antarctic Studies (IMAS, UTAS) scientists provide an approach for accurately assessing the carbon storage capability of seaweed before it is factored into carbon offset initiatives, and highlight the need for further research into the impact of extending seaweed forests offshore into oceanic ecosystems.

Festivals of the Dry, May-September 2022

The Festivals of the Dry is kicking off in Katherine. See the full program.

More protection for the Cotton Tree coastline with new Maroochy Groyne works to start

Sunshine Coast Council will start coastal protection works on Stage 2 of the Maroochy Groyne Field Renewal project next week to help shield the Cotton Tree foreshore from the current and future impacts of coastal erosion.

Significant Tree Register to help protect shire’s natural history

Trees of significant community or historical value can now be recorded on the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale’s Significant Tree Register, which aims to provide further protection for the trees, as well as recognising the important roles trees play in community health and wellbeing.

Mundubbera Show, 6-7 May 2022

The Mundubbera Show is a fantastic two-day event, filled with fun for the entire family.   Our show has proudly showcased the Mundubbera regions livestock, produce and creativity since 1921.

Marburg Show, 7 May 2022

Marburg Show Society

Rocketing into space from the Territory

The Northern Territory Space Strategy 2022-2026 builds on the success of Territory Space industry 2020 and establishes a vision for the Northern Territory to be recognised as the home of high altitude pseudo-satellites in the Indo-Pacific region, Australia’s premier space launch location and a leading regional centre for ground station facilities.

Flying scientists take off

Some of the country’s leading scientists have taken to the skies in a bid to inspire students across Central Queensland to study science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Science Minister Meaghan Scanlon said this year’s Flying Scientists trip would be led by former Australian of the Year Professor Ian Frazer AC.

Animal as Object

In her new exhibition, Animal as Object, at Tweed Regional Gallery, Deb Mostert explores the paradoxical ‘objectness’ of animals in nature through taxidermy and in culture through the souvenir.

The Wilmansrust Affair: Warwick O’Neill

Warwick O'Neill. During World War 1, military court proceedings against Australian troops were kept out of British hands. Only Australian officers could court martial Australian soldiers, much to the disgust of senior British soldiers, particularly Old Douggie Haig. It’s widely believed that the reason behind this was the trial and execution by an English Court Martial of Harry ‘Breaker’ Morant and Peter Hancock. And while this may be at least partially correct, there was another scandal in 1901 involving British military justice against Australian troops. It was known as the Wilmansrust Affair ...