Large-scale extraction of rock can have dramatic effects on the environment, but how can we minimise the negative effects? Earth Science - Geology - Learning Points. The negative impacts of quarrying are managed in three main ways:...

European explorers named a few places after Old World sites in Australasia. Here is a quick summary of the “New” names in the South Pacific.

Movin' to the Country is a series that celebrates the entrepreneurs, innovators and dreamers transforming Australia's beautiful regional areas in surprising new ways. An invasive species of tree, the White Cyprus Pine, has been...

Professor Tim Flannery investigates how seaweed is helping to save the world. From growing the foods of the future, helping clean polluted water and even combating climate change. Learn how seaweed can be used in innovative ways in our...

Movin' to the Country is a series that celebrates the entrepreneurs, innovators and dreamers transforming Australia's beautiful regional areas in surprising new ways. A family emergency brought a big city lawyer back to a small town...

Movin' to the Country is a series that celebrates the entrepreneurs, innovators and dreamers transforming Australia's beautiful regional areas in surprising new ways. Now that Phil, Cherie, and others are working hard to fight invasive...

Movin' to the Country is a series that celebrates the entrepreneurs, innovators and dreamers transforming Australia's beautiful regional areas in surprising new ways. In addition to moving their law practice to Nyngan, Richard and Ian...

Movin' to the Country is a series that celebrates the entrepreneurs, innovators and dreamers transforming Australia's beautiful regional areas in surprising new ways. It's harvest time at a cherry orchard in Orana, Australia! Learn how...

Movin' to the Country is a series that celebrates the entrepreneurs, innovators and dreamers transforming Australia's beautiful regional areas in surprising new ways. Cherry bark and slightly damaged cherries are a popular product for...