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Plantation Forestry in Australia: Barriers and Opportunities

Plantation Forestry in Australia: Barriers to Entry and Opportunities for Growth Plantation forestry has long been a critical component of Australia’s forestry sector, contributing to the economy, supporting biodiversity, and providing sustainable timber resources. However, while the benefits of plantation forestry are...

The Story of the Goggomobil: A Tiny Car with a Big Heart

The Story of the Goggomobil: A Tiny Car with a Big Heart In the world of classic cars, few vehicles have as much personality packed into such a small frame as the Goggomobil. This diminutive German microcar, born in the post-war era,...

Corporate Photographer’s Essential Checklist

Corporate Photographer's Essential Checklist for Annual Reports, Brochures, and Advertising Assignments Corporate photography encompasses a diverse range of projects, from annual reports to brochures and advertising campaigns. As a corporate photographer, it's crucial to be well-prepared and equipped with the right gear...

Native forest protections are flawed, logging laws value industry over environmental protection

These two academic articles accompany our feature on the issue of logging native forests for wood-fired electricity. Discussed here is the Great Koala National Park, Regional Forest Agreements (RFAs), Threatened Species Expert Panel, and the problems faced by governments: NSW logging laws...

Notre Dame de Paris: A Tale of Resilience and Restoration

Notre Dame de Paris, one of the most iconic symbols of French Gothic architecture, has stood proudly on the Île de la Cité in the heart of Paris for over eight centuries. Its history is intertwined with the rich tapestry of...

Australian Pre-Decimal Coins ° Australian Penny

The Australian penny is a coin that was used in Australia prior to decimal currency in 1966. They are no longer in circulation but remain a collectible item for numismatists and collectors of vintage coins. The story of Australian pre-decimal pennies begins...

Why Musk closed the Global Engagement Center

The Global Engagement Center Shuts Its Doors: Fallout from Elon Musk’s Criticism and Congressional Defunding Elon Musk has drawn first blood in his campaign against what he sees as government inefficiency and overreach, successfully lobbying for the closure of the State Department’s...

Nick Cassidy wins USA Formula E race & Jake Dennis takes Championship lead

NICK CASSIDY WINS USA FORMULA E RACE AS JAKE DENNIS TAKES CHAMPIONSHIP LEAD - ROUND 12 - 2023 SOUTHWIRE PORTLAND E-PRIX Nick Cassidy triumphs for Envision Racing in Formula E’s debut in Portland, Oregon. Jake Dennis finishes second but takes a one-point...

RFS Firefighters Unite North America and Australasia

Wildfires are a natural disaster that know no borders. As climate change intensifies, the frequency and severity of these fires have increased, posing significant challenges...

2023 CORE Diriyah E-Prix ° Race 2 Formula E race report

° Pascal Wehrlein wins both night races in 2023 CORE Diriyah E-Prix, battling from fifth on the grid ° Jake Dennis takes second in as many days,...

Photographer Frank Hurley on the Great Barrier Reef future

Australia’s celebrated explorer, photographer and filmmaker, Frank Hurley (1885-1962), announced in the Sydney Sun newspaper in 1926 that “there is little new to be seen on the surface...

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Victorian Government to end native forest logging

23 May 2023 - Conservationists celebrate reports that state government will end native forest logging by the end of the year. This morning the ABC has reported that...

Spring in Parc des Buttes-Chaumont in Paris

Sitting inside for months over winter is an endurance test for locals and visitors from the tropics. Sitting inside I vowed that when...

Woodside’s North West Shelf (NWS) Gas Project

Woodside’s North West Shelf Gas Project Woodside’s North West Shelf (NWS) Gas Project is one of the largest and longest-running fossil fuel operations in Australia....

Event Photography: Wingham Akoostic Music Festival

The Wingham Akoostik Music Festival is an annual three-day music festival held in Manning Valley on the NSW Mid Coast. Event photography by Mark...

The GLOBAL Chef Knives that Anthony Bourdain recommended

GLOBAL Marks 40 Years with Limited-Edition Collection There are kitchen tools you admire, and then there are those you trust with your life—if your life...

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The Global Threat to Electoral Credibility: A Rising Concern

In an increasingly interconnected world, the legitimacy of elections—a cornerstone of democratic governance—is facing unprecedented threats. A new report from the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA) sheds light on the growing...

Writer James Matthews: South Africa’s voice of resistance

World renowned South African poet James Matthews has died at 95. His was the last great voice of an era of writers who worked against South Africa’s repressive and racist system of apartheid, which resulted...

Port Macquarie Koala Hospital is well worth a visit!

Nestled in the coastal town of Port Macquarie, New South Wales, lies the world-renowned Port Macquarie Koala Hospital, a sanctuary dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and protecting one of Australia's most beloved yet vulnerable species: the...

The Future of Caravan Towing: Roof-Hitched Caravans

For decades, caravanning has been a beloved way to explore the open road, offering flexibility and freedom to adventurers who prefer to bring their accommodations along with them. However, one challenge has always remained: maneuverability....

Remembering the Jakarta Embassy Bombing 20 Years on

On September 9, 2004, a devastating event shook both Australia and Indonesia. A suicide bomber detonated a one-tonne bomb hidden inside a truck just outside the Australian Embassy in Jakarta. This act of terror not...

Iconophages: A History of Ingesting Images by Jérémie Koering

Iconophages: A History of Ingesting Images by Jérémie Koering, translated by Nicholas Huckle, delves into the surprising and often bizarre history of how images have been consumed—literally eaten or drunk—throughout Western history. This scholarly yet...

A history of Phillip St Theatre, Sydney

To illustrate this history of Phillip St Theatre are production photos of The Anniversary starring June Salter, John Hamblin, Zoe Bertram, Alan Wilson, Malcolm Thompson and Rebecca Giblin; and God's Favourite, starring Ron Frazer and...

Australian actress Zoe Bertram

Zoe Bertram is a talented Australian actress best known for her work in television, particularly during the 1970s and 1980s. Photos of Zoe Bertram during production of The Anniversary featuring the cast of The Restless...

Eating Out in Dubai: A Gastronomic Adventure

Dubai, a city known for its towering skyscrapers, luxurious shopping malls, and opulent lifestyle, also boasts a culinary scene that rivals its architectural wonders. From traditional Emirati cuisine to international gourmet experiences, eating out in...

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Guide to Keeping a House Cow in Your Yard

Thinking About Keeping a House Cow in Your Yard? Keeping a house cow in your yard can provide a sustainable source of fresh milk, manure...

“Packing Up” by Vivian Maier in New York, 1955

The title, "Packing Up," offers a clue to the narrative unfolding before us. Is the nanny preparing to depart, bidding farewell to the young...

Reactions to new Federal Environment Protection Agency

Canberra, 29 May 2024 – Today marks a significant step in Australia's environmental protection efforts as the Federal Government introduces legislation to establish the...

Surat Gas Project Phase 2 – Queensland

Surat Gas Project Phase 2 – Queensland The Surat Gas Project Phase 2 is a major coal seam gas expansion located in the Surat Basin...

The French Crown Jewels stolen from the Louvre, Paris

For centuries, the French Crown Jewels have embodied the splendour and turbulence of France itself — symbols of royal power, revolutionary fury, and national...

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