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Ending Native Forest Logging Bill 2023, Hansard speeches
The full Hansard speeches in the Senate during the 15 June 2023 debate on the proposed Ending Native Forest Logging Bill 2023: Senator RICE (Victoria) (09:02): We are here on Ngunnawal country, and I acknowledge the First Peoples of this land and pay...
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Numismatics: Fake Coins to Watch For
Coins that are relatively worthless may appear intriguing and possibly valuable to the untrained eye. But they're of little interest to experienced coin collectors. And novice collectors often overpay for them. Fakes are even more dangerous. They're not always completely valueless, but...
Australian Politics
Fracking incidents on cattle station in Beetaloo Basin NT
Update: 24 August 2023 - Two workers allege they were told to keep spraying contaminated drill rig water around a gas fracking site in the Northern Territory's Beetaloo Basin, despite the gas company knowing the fluid was contaminated. An incident report provided...
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The Illegal Ivory Trade: A Crisis of Conservation and Crime
The illegal ivory trade is one of the most pressing issues in wildlife conservation, a shadowy industry that has driven several species to the brink of extinction while funding organized crime and corruption across the globe. Despite international bans and widespread...
On Photography
Exposure Triangle, What is ISO/ASA?
Understanding the concept of ISO and ASA is akin to unlocking a crucial element of the art form of film photography. The principles of 'ISO speed', 'aperture', and 'exposure time' have seamlessly transitioned into digital photography, albeit many modern devices, particularly smartphones,...
Australian Politics
Michelle Grattan: The battle to free Julian Assange
Julian Assange is a political prisoner - a publisher persecuted for exposing war crimes, and yet those responsible for the crimes walk free.
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Can AI Tools Protect Nature During Infrastructure Development?
Can AI Tools Protect Nature During Infrastructure Development? Infrastructure development is often a double-edged sword. While it brings economic growth and improved living standards, it also poses serious threats to nature. Whether it's a highway cutting through a forest or urban expansion...
Australian Politics
Australian film & TV industry needs more than content quotas
Screen industry consultation needs to consider more than content quotas to ensure a strong and thriving Australian screen industry, says UNSW expert. Content quotas are a start - but Australia's screen industry needs more Content quotas for broadcasting are a type of regulation...
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Grattan on Friday: Albanese government’s Middle East ‘stress test’
Albanese government struggles under the ‘stress test’ posed by Middle East war Crises “stress test” governments and countries. Memories remain vivid of COVID, which put immense pressures on...
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Finally, U.S Justice Dept story about $332.4 million is a REAL Nigerian scam
United States Repatriates Over $20 Million in Assets Stolen by Former Nigerian Dictator Department of JusticeOffice of Public AffairsNovember 17, 2022 The Department of Justice announced today that...
Australian Politics
Australia’s Illicit Drug Consumption Hits Record High
Ice, cocaine, heroin use surge despite $11.5 billion market dip Australia’s consumption of methylamphetamine (“ice”), cocaine, MDMA, and heroin has soared to record highs, according to the...
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Heinrich Hoffman photographs Adolf Hitler public speaking
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German photographer Heinrich Hoffman made a series of nine photographs of his friend, fledgling politician Adolf Hitler as he practiced his public speaking histrionics. The...
Understanding the AUKUS Deal
In September 2021, the announcement of the AUKUS alliance (Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States) sent shockwaves through international geopolitics. The alliance,...
How to Clean Pearls ° Cultured Pearl Types Explained
The value of pearls is judged on six factors: color, size, shape, surface, luster, and the thickness of the nacre, a natural substance that...
The Life, Music and Gravy of Poet Laureate Paul Kelly
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Gravy Day: Australia’s Unofficial Holiday Paul Kelly has a way of sneaking into the hearts of Australians, embedding his music into the nation’s cultural fabric....
Fake News is Biggest Threat to Global Stability says WEF
False information is identified as the greatest threat to global stability over the next two years, especially as numerous elections coincide with economic challenges,...
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Pentarch Sawmill blockaded after sourcing logs from koala park
Port Macquarie, June 17, 2024 – This morning, conservationists targeted the Pentarch Sawmill near Port Macquarie, blocking entrances to protest the mill's consumption of logs sourced from native timber forests within the proposed Great Koala...
Artist Profiles
John Radford’s Sculptures in Western Park, Auckland
Western Park on Ponsonby Road in Ponsonby, Auckland, is a history and art treasure trove. Spanning 20 acres, though it appears much smaller from the road, the park features playgrounds, walking trails, and a series...
Australian Politics
Illawarra Offshore Wind Zone Declaration
In a landmark announcement, the federal government officially declared the Illawarra offshore wind zone, located 20 kilometres off the coast of Wollongong in NSW. This decision has garnered widespread support from various groups, including University of...
Australian history
History of Australia’s Nuclear Energy Policy
Australia's nuclear energy policy has evolved from early exploration and ambitious plans for power generation to a focus on uranium mining and stringent export controls. While nuclear power remains a topic of debate, economic, environmental,...
Australian Politics
Cost Comparison of Nuclear, Coal, Gas and Renewable Energy
The quest for sustainable and cost-effective energy solutions has led to a diverse mix of power generation methods. Each type has distinct economic, environmental, and community impacts. This comparison examines nuclear power, coal-fired power stations, gas,...
Country Living
Discover the Reimagined Elegance of The Lodge in Queenstown
If you're planning a trip to Queenstown, New Zealand, there's a must-visit destination that blends luxury, heritage, and stunning views: The Lodge by Rodd & Gunn. Following an extensive renovation, this iconic venue has reopened its...
Australian Politics
McDonalds urged to take Koala Burgers off the menu
In a bold protest, Greenpeace Australia Pacific activists dressed as koalas scaled an iconic McDonald’s store in Melbourne, Australia, calling attention to the fast food giant’s role in deforestation. The activists unfurled a banner reading “Take...
Australian Politics
Important Koala Habitat Logged to Undermine Koala Sanctuary
The Nature Conservation Council of New South Wales (NCC) has released new analysis revealing that up to 19,000 hectares of forest in the proposed Great Koala National Park could be destroyed by Forestry Corporation NSW...
Australian Politics
WA LNG Exports Threaten Domestic Gas Supply
Excess LNG export capacity at Woodside’s Burrup Hub, coupled with insufficient renewable energy development, poses significant threats to Western Australia’s (WA) domestic gas supply and local energy consumers, according to a new report by energy...
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The ‘Golden Fleece’ Pirate Ship of Captain Joseph Bannister
Pirate Captain Joseph Bannister and his infamous ship, the Golden Fleece may not be the best known pirate. His daring exploits included avoiding sentencing...
Australia’s first professional photographer George B Goodman
Commercial photography officially began in Australia on 12 December, 1842, when George Baron Goodman opened his 'Daguerreotype Gallery' on the rooftop of Sydney's then...
“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...
Finally, U.S Justice Dept story about $332.4 million is a REAL Nigerian scam
United States Repatriates Over $20 Million in Assets Stolen by Former Nigerian Dictator Department of JusticeOffice of Public AffairsNovember 17, 2022 The Department of Justice announced...
The 99th Koala: Resilience on Kangaroo Island – Kailas Wild
The 99th Koala: A Tale of Courage and Resilience on Kangaroo Island The summer of 2019-2020, known grimly as Australia’s Black Summer, left a profound...