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NASA’s Famous Blue Marble Photo Is 50 Years Old
The Blue Marble photograph, made by NASA’s Apollo 17 astronauts on December 7, 1972, is one of the most published photographs on Earth. The last manned mission to the Moon, Apollo 17, made this photograph of Earth and changed the way we see...
Australian Politics
Land and Environment Court rules, not OK
The North East Forests Alliance (NEFA) has called for ministerial intervention in response to a Land and Environment Court ruling. NEFA, represented by the Environmental Defenders Office (EDO), brought the state government-owned logging company to court in August, seeking to halt...
Australian Politics
Reactions to Dutton’s large nuclear reactor policy
The announcement of the Coalition Liberal National Party's (LNP) energy policy under Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has sparked significant backlash and concern among energy experts, climate advocates, and regional communities across Australia. The policy, which includes plans for large nuclear reactors and...
Climate Change
Are forests the new coal? Is Biomass energy renewable?
There is a new and growing threat to the world’s forests, people and climate: the biomass energy industry, touted as a ‘renewable’ energy. The use of forest biomass as a source of ‘green energy’ is set to increase by a staggering 250%...
Antiques
The Dark Truth about Blood Diamonds
Diamonds have long been symbols of love, wealth, and status. Their sparkle adorns engagement rings, necklaces, and crowns. However, behind the glittering facade lies a dark reality that has plagued the diamond industry for decades—blood diamonds. These are diamonds mined in war...
Art Theft & Fraud
The French Job: Canberra’s Multi-Million-Dollar Antiques Heist
French Gang Flew to Australia for $10m Luxury Heist It’s not every day Canberra finds itself cast in a plot worthy of Lupin, but October delivered an art-crime drama that could make even seasoned collectors clutch their Patek Philippes a little tighter. Police...
Climate Change
Meet the Frackers: Blue Energy company information ASX:BLU
Blue Energy (BLU) is an oil and gas exploration company with conventional and unconventional (fracking) gas assets in Queensland and the Northern Territory. Their projects with Authority To Prospect (ATP) permit numbers include: Bowen Basin (ATP814P), Carpentaria Basin (ATP1112A), Galilee Basin (ATP813P),...
Commonwealth Games
1990 Auckland Commonwealth Games Athletics
Australia’s performance at the 1990 Auckland Commonwealth Games was a showcase of the country’s strength and depth in track and field athletics. From Darren Clark’s powerful sprints to Andrew Jachno’s gritty walk, and from Kerry-Anne Saxby’s dominance to the marathon excellence...
Entertainment
What is the Adelaide Fringe Festival and Is It Worth Going?
If you're a lover of arts, culture, and all things quirky, the Adelaide Fringe Festival is an event that should be on your radar. But what...
Antiques Auction News
Williamson Pink Star – Pure pink diamond sets auction record
The 'Williamson Pink Star' diamond has set a world auction record price per carat for any diamond or gemstoneÂ
Collectibles
Sindy Dolls 1960s fashion doll flashback
Pedigree's Sindy dolls were the great success story of the 1960s toy industry, cleverly catching the mood of the new teenage culture. Sindy dolls, first made in...
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Is the Paris train crash photo real?
On October 22, 1895, a chilling incident shook the heart of Paris, leaving an indelible mark on railway history. The Montparnasse derailment, as it...
Grattan on Friday: Government rushes to get though late work
Grattan on Friday: Marles plays a defensive bat on nuclear as the government rushes to get though late work Richard Marles is an ambitious man who...
Ten best Brandy Cocktail recipes
Whether you're a seasoned connoisseur or a curious newcomer, our selection of classic and contemporary brandy cocktails offers something for every palate and occasion....
Who Supports Koalas & Native Timber Logging in NSW Election 2023
Political party policies on protecting koala habitat, ending native forest logging, puppy farms, egg battery cages, and establishing an animal welfare authority have been...
Recipes, Variations and History of Mulled Wine
Mulled wine, with its rich history and warm, spiced flavors, is a timeless beverage that brings comfort and joy during the colder months. Whether...
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Australian Politics
David and Goliath Court Win for Forest Conservation Group
In a landmark decision, the NSW Supreme Court of Appeal has ruled in favor of a volunteer conservation group, South East Forest Rescue (SEFR), in their legal battle against the NSW government's native forest logging...
Australian Politics
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...
Australian Politics
Santos Faces Backlash Over Controversial CSG Project Refusal
Farmers and residents in northwest New South Wales have criticized Santos for its submission regarding the controversial Narrabri coal seam gas (CSG) project. The company is accused of refusing to provide crucial information and commitments requested...
Climate Change
NT Govt Signs Deal for Unapproved Fracking Project
Top End groups are raising alarms about the integrity of the fracking assessment process in the Northern Territory, following US petroleum company Tamboran's announcement of a gas supply deal with the NT Government for a...
Artist Profiles
Archibald Prize winner Blak Douglas mural shows coal damage
Archibald Prize Winner Blak Douglas to Unveil Mural Addressing Coal Damage in Redfern Dhungatti artist and 2022 Archibald Prize winner Blak Douglas unveils his new mural, "Coalface," at 87 Pitt Street, Redfern. The mural highlights the...
Australian Politics
Court allows NGO to sue NSW Forestry Corp for Violations
In a landmark decision on May 16, 2024, the Court of Appeal has granted South East Forest Rescue (SEFR) the right to continue its prosecution against the NSW Forestry Corporation for alleged breaches of environmental...
Australian Politics
Endangered Greater Glider Killed in Yarra Ranges National Park
Alleged Illegal Tree Clearing in Yarra Ranges National Park Yarra Ranges, Victoria – Conservation groups are expressing outrage after an endangered Greater Glider was discovered dead in a habitat tree allegedly felled by Forest Fire...
Documentary, Street, Photojournalism
Reuters and AP Photographers Win 2024 Pulitzer Prizes
In a remarkable display of excellence in journalism, both Reuters and the Associated Press (AP) have been honored with Pulitzer Prizes for their outstanding work in photojournalism in 2024. These awards underscore the significant contributions...
Australian Politics
Community Action Halts Logging in Sheas Nob State Forest
Logging operations in Sheas Nob Rock State Forest were brought to a halt today as community members issued a citizen stop work order against the Forestry Corporation. This bold move comes in response to the...
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Origin of “Welcome to Country” Nimbin Aquarius Festival 1973
Amongst the many firsts, the first Aquarius Festival held the first "Welcome to Country" performed in the country for non-Indigenous Australians in 1973
China Energy Outlook 2060, #NetZero by 2060
Sinopec Releases China Energy Outlook 2060, Anchoring New Path of Energy Transformation Development BEIJING, 30 December, 2022 - China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation (HKG: 0386, "Sinopec") officially published...
Australian Environment news, October 2022 ° Safeguard Mechanism reform ° Environment Ministers Meeting
Safeguard Mechanism reform consultation ° NATIONAL ENVIRONMENT MINISTERS MEETING Agreed Communiqué
Climate Cartoon People’s Choice Award goes to Cathy Wilcox
The Climate Cartoon People's Choice Award voting has officially concluded, and after counting all the votes, Cathy Wilcox is your People's Choice winner. Congratulations,...
António Félix da Costa wins the first ABB FIA Formula E World Championship race in South Africa
António Félix da Costa wins the first ABB FIA Formula E World Championship race in South Africa with an audacious overtake move - twice Jean-Éric...