The common death adder ( Acanthophis antarcticus) is found in every mainland state of Australia, particularly along the south ...

The third in our series on great Australian walks sees us select five of the best in South Australia, from the coast to the ...

Turning hemp waste, such as the stalks and trash left over from harvest, into an industrial product is an emerging industry.

Victoria’s promised new national parks in the central west are vital to safeguarding forests and the hundreds of rare and ...

Some people spend a long time focused on a single topic. But how about a third of a century to find out how fast fingernails ...

The recent discovery of five new coral species around the Indo-Pacific could have critical implications for reef management.

Budgies seem to have a sixth sense about where to find water, even in harsh conditions of the Australian desert.

Satellite images showing the Earth illuminated in artificial light are becoming a glaring symbol of ‘light pollution’.

For a memorable day in the outdoors, nothing beats a good walk. Check out some of our favourite day walks in each state and ...

As climate change pushes species out of heat-ravaged zones and towards cooler regions, Australian researchers have found that ...

Port Arthur Historic Site’s reputation precedes it. The name ‘Port Arthur’ alone evokes a strong emotional response for many Australians due to its connection to two dark yet formative chapters in our ...