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Outback powerhouse: regions could solve Aussie AI issue

Outback powerhouse: regions could solve Aussie AI issue

Data centres could address two challenges with a move into regional Australia: soaking up renewable energy and creating tech jobs.

Reports for sick birds surge but no new cases detected

Reports for sick birds surge but no new cases detected

Reports for sick birds surge but no new cases detected

Reports for sick birds surge but no new cases detected

No more cases of a deadly bird flu strain have been detected with tests continuing as sick or dead seabirds are discovered on beaches.

Australians call out fossil fuel threat in climate case

Australians call out fossil fuel threat in climate case

Australians call out fossil fuel threat in climate case

Australians call out fossil fuel threat in climate case

The rights to life, family and home are under threat from fossil fuel expansion by Australia and other nations, argue claimants of a landmark climate case.

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Why whales are making Star Wars sounds in Aussie waters

Why whales are making Star Wars sounds in Aussie waters

Researchers are installing more underwater microphones to track whale migration in Australia and they are already hearing out-of-this-world calls.

Questions raised over $1.5 billion logging transition

Questions raised over $1.5 billion logging transition

An investigation into a $1.5 billion package to support an end to native logging has sparked debate about funding transparency and regulatory loopholes.

'Human composting' bill promises a new way to be buried

'Human composting' bill promises a new way to be buried

Ashes to ashes, dust to plant feed: an Australian state is edging closer to a greener alternative to traditional burials dubbed "a bit weird" by its premier.

Opposition leader takes shot at 'inhumane' brumby culls

Opposition leader takes shot at 'inhumane' brumby culls

Communities in the Snowy Mountains region should be given back power to manage feral horse populations, the opposition leader says.

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Bird flu outbreak could leave industry devastated

Bird flu outbreak could leave industry devastated

Bird flu outbreak could leave industry devastated

Bird flu outbreak could leave industry devastated

A deadly strain of bird flu has been detected in Australia for the first time, putting the poultry industry on high alert for a potential outbreak.

More uncertainty for farmers as El Nino declared

More uncertainty for farmers as El Nino declared

More uncertainty for farmers as El Nino declared

More uncertainty for farmers as El Nino declared

Australian producers have been urged to game plan for a drier, warmer winter and spring, but not panic, following the declaration of an active El Nino.

Uncertainty for wildlife as killer bird flu detected

Uncertainty for wildlife as killer bird flu detected

Uncertainty for wildlife as killer bird flu detected

Uncertainty for wildlife as killer bird flu detected

Australian wildlife is facing a new and uncertain chapter after a dangerous strain of bird flu was confirmed on the mainland.

'Dark fleets' brought to light by world-first ocean map

'Dark fleets' brought to light by world-first ocean map

'Dark fleets' brought to light by world-first ocean map

'Dark fleets' brought to light by world-first ocean map

For the price of a working internet connection, conservationists and the maritime-curious will get an almost real-time look at global fishing activities.

'Missed opportunity' to act on power plan loyalty tax

'Missed opportunity' to act on power plan loyalty tax

'Missed opportunity' to act on power plan loyalty tax

'Missed opportunity' to act on power plan loyalty tax

The electricity rule-maker has a plan to price power as simply as milk and prevent loyal customers from being overcharged, although some are calling for more.

'Sobering': flu strain kills thousands of seal pups

'Sobering': flu strain kills thousands of seal pups

'Sobering': flu strain kills thousands of seal pups

'Sobering': flu strain kills thousands of seal pups

A devastating strain of bird flu has wiped out more than 75 per cent of the southern elephant seal pup population on a remote sub-Antarctic island.

AI's thirst trap: tech giant taps into recycled water

AI's thirst trap: tech giant taps into recycled water

AI's thirst trap: tech giant taps into recycled water

AI's thirst trap: tech giant taps into recycled water

One Australian state is set to get a data centre cooled with recycled water after criticism that the artificial intelligence hubs consume too many resources.

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Tax all cars: state urged to expand road-user charge

The NSW government could avoid having its planned road-user charge struck out by courts with big changes, including taxing more drivers.

Huge win for coal miner after 'earthquake' blast

A coal company is off the hook for $200,000 in fines after successfully quashing convictions related to a mine blast which landed two workers in hospital.

Concrete example: carbon refinery to turn gases green

An Australian facility will seek to prove carbon can be embedded into useful products, such as concrete, paint and plasterboard, and resold for a profit.

'Supercharged': El Nino brings drier, hotter conditions

Scientists say an El Nino phase will bring drier weather, with some advocacy groups worried bushfire conditions could be primed for a tough summer.

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Burger joint accused of 'misleading' green promotion

Popular hamburger franchise Grill'd has been accused of misleading customers over a tree-planting donation campaign.

Family of shark attack victim 'shocked and devastated'

The family of a mother and passionate teacher, who was attacked by a shark at a popular beach, have spoken publicly as she remains in a critical condition.

Fast-track: electric trucks to hit Aussie roads faster

One company's plans to electrify heavy-duty transport will accelerate and expand to more towns after a multimillion-dollar investment.

Government-backed clean manufacturing gets public tick

Most Australians back more government involvement in clean energy, while less than a quarter believe privatisation of the sector has helped the nation.

Ancient teeth reveal gaps in marsupial family tree

Australia's much-loved wombats, koalas and quokkas may need to add another branch to the family tree based on a recent fossil discovery.

Climate education is patchy and teachers need help

Time-poor educators are being left to muddle through the complex and emotionally-charged task of teaching climate change, with potentially harmful results.

Fire agencies on front foot as dry, warm weather looms

Fire agencies in eastern states are alert to what could be an early start to the season as long range forecasts point to warmer and drier conditions than usual.

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