Great Barrier Reef
Autonomous killer drones begin patrolling the Great Barrier Reef
The Great Barrier Reef is in grave danger, but a killer drone may just be key in helping it heal.<p>Problems for the reef continue to mount: Coral bleaching events become more frequent as climate change spirals out of control, poor governance, increasing industrialization, overfishing and pollution …
Technology (Australia)Heartbreaking Photos Show the Brutal Lengths Australia Is Going to In Order to ‘Keep Sharks Away From Tourists’
The Great Barrier Reef in Australia is a huge tourist attraction, with promises of up close and personal views of beautiful marine life. But the …
Endangered Species‘Drones of the Sea’ Will Protect the Great Barrier Reef From Coral-Killing Starfish
The Great Barrier Reef is under constant threat from climate change and aggressive pests, so it's a good thing that scientists at Queensland …
Coral ReefsCan you spot what's wrong with this apartment?
An unusual apartment has been rented out, but some applicants have noticed a glaring problem with the bathroom.<p>The tiny apartment has a very unique …
Real EstateDeep reefs of the Great Barrier Reef offer limited thermal refuge during mass coral bleaching
1.<p>Pandolfi, J. M. et al. Global trajectories of the long-term decline of coral reef ecosystems. <i>Science</i> <b>301</b>, 955–958 (2003).<p>2.<p>Hoegh-Guldberg, O. et al. …
Coral ReefsBindi Irwin Shares Touching Post To Honor Late Father, Steve Irwin, On 12th Anniversary Of His Death
It’s hard to believe that it has already been 12 years since Steve Irwin passed away.<p>While many fans took to social media to remember the man …
FishReef foundation told to prepare to return $443.8m grant if Labor wins next election
Labor has warned the Great Barrier Reef Foundation to prepare to return a $443.8m grant in the event of change of government.<p>In a letter to the foundation’s chair, John Schubert, the opposition’s environment spokesman, Tony Burke, said a Labor government would use a clause of the grant agreement to …
AustraliaGreat Barrier Reef bleaching deeper than expected
By George Roberts on AM<p>More Information<p>Featured:<p>Professor Ove Hoegh-Guldberg, head of Marine Sciences, University of Queensland<br>Dr Pedro Frade, Centre …
University of QueenslandLabor to claw back $444 million Great Barrier Reef grant
Federal Labor has written to the Great Barrier Reef Authority warning it will claw back a controversial $444 million grant if it wins government.<p>The …
AustraliaConfronting images of endangered shark hanging off hook on Great Barrier Reef
<b>GRAPHIC CONTENT WARNING</b>: Images have emerged of endangered sharks hanging dead off baited hooks on the Great Barrier Reef.<p>The pictures show two …
Marine ConservationCoral bleaching on Great Barrier Reef not limited to shallow depths
A new study demonstrates that the recent mass coral bleaching on the Great Barrier Reef was not restricted to shallow depths, but also impacted deep …
ResearchCrocodile Hunter Steve Irwin’s daughter Bindi pays moving tribute on anniversary of father’s death
<b>Bindi Irwin has paid a moving tribute to her father Steve, who was killed aged 44 by a stingray in September 2006.</b><p>On this day 12 years ago, news …
Celebrity (UK)Seven steps to success and what's holding women back: Study
Coastal scientists study diversity<p>A group of international female scientists has taken a close look at their profession and discovered the barriers …
StereotypesACA Conference Breakfast is for the Birds
Jaime Jackett, warden from the Broome Bird Observatory, will speak at the closing breakfast at the Australian Cruise Association annual conference …
ObamaCareGovernance, corruption and the public interest
<b>The breakdown of journalistic integrity due to media monopoly means that errant political activities are seldom scrutinised.</b><p>The electorate may not …
CorruptionLabor vows to claw back unspent funding from Great Barrier Reef Foundation
05/09/2018|1min<p>Labor says it will claw back funding from the Great Barrier Reef Foundation after it was granted nearly half a billion dollars. The …
Australian NewsAustralia’s Brisbane Becoming a Cryptocurrency Hub For Travelers
Australia has been at the forefront of blockchain development and cryptocurrency acceptance this year. With several deals inked between major banks …
BitcoinCryptocurrency key to future on Great Barrier Reef island resort as developer looks for funding
A Great Barrier Reef island resort, famous in the 80s and 90s for its Get Wrecked on Keppel slogan, could see a long-awaited revival through an …
CryptocurrencyLabor will force return of controversial $443 million Great Barrier Reef grant
Labor would force the money's return by utilising a clause in the grant agreement between the foundation and the government.<p>The clause states that …
Australian NewsBackpacking Australia
Australia is a massive country with tons of things to do and see! From sailing around the Whitsundays to diving in the Great Barrier Reef to road …
AustraliaParrot on verge of annihilation poses first hurdle for new Environment Minister
The document states that the parrot was once found across most of Cape York Peninsula but now lives only in two small areas near Kingvale Station. It …
BiodiversityThe life of a shark scientist
<b>What do marine biologists do all day?</b><p>It's not all about time in the ocean, though Melissa Marquez often wishes it was!<p>A marine biologist and shark researcher based in Sydney, she has given BBC News a quick guide to ocean research, some of the Great Barrier Reef's residents, and what to do to if you …
DesuCryptocurrency behind Great Keppel Island's $300 million resurrection
The tokens will be tradeable on existing cryptocurrency exchanges. Unlike other cryptocurrencies though, the GKI Tokens will be backed by the value …
CryptocurrencyGlobally endangered shark could be 'wiped out' by commercial fishing: researcher
The population of the globally endangered scalloped hammerhead shark is rapidly declining, and getting killed on baited drumlines is only the …
FishLuxury Island Redevelopment off the Coast of Australia to be Funded by ICO
A luxury island off the coast of Australia is seeking $300 million in funding for redevelopment. Great Keppel Island will be holding a security token …
BitcoinDutton, the au pair affair and the question of abuse of power
<i>Kim Wingerei questions why it's necessary for ministerial positions to have such overarching powers of discretion that they can overrule established</i> …
Australian NewsKids off Nauru | Paddy Manning
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT<p>A leak to the <i>Herald Sun</i> reveals [$] that Malcolm Turnbull personally approved a massive $7.6 billion roads and rail package …
AustraliaMeet The 3 Intruders Gunning For The Honey Badger On "The Bachelor"
The intruders will enter the Bachelor mansion this Wednesday.
SnorkellingPlaces to visit before they vanish
The world is full of natural wonders, but some of the most beautiful are at risk due to the damage being done by climate change. Some sites have …
Sea LevelWorld ARC reunited in Darwin for second half of the rally
<b>After three weeks free cruising, Australia's famed Great Barrier Reef, stopping at the famous Early Beach enjoying one of the whitest sand beach in</b> …
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