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15,000 bugs in Canberra protect Australian farms

A massive collection of 15,000 Mediterranean insects has arrived at CSIRO's Canberra facility to boost biosecurity and protect Australia's billion-dollar agriculture industry from foreign pests.

The Growing Crisis of Trust in Experts

Australians are losing trust in experts while misinformation spreads. Learn why critical thinking and personal research are essential in today's information age.

Illawarra's Global Fight Against MND Continues

How Professor Justin Yerbury's legacy inspires Wollongong researchers in their global battle against motor neurone disease. Discover the groundbreaking work continuing at UOW.

Perth dad defies brain cancer odds for family walk

Myles Fleay, diagnosed with aggressive brain cancer at 26, defies 15-month prognosis. Six years on, he's walking with his family in Perth's Walk4BrainCancer, advocating for vital research.

Liberals Shut Down Energy Policy Debate

Liberal MPs block debate on Australia's energy crisis as households face soaring power bills. Analysis reveals flaws in government's renewable transition plan.

35 Years of WA Research Transforming Children's Health

For 35 years, The Kids Research Institute Australia has pioneered child health breakthroughs in Perth, from diabetes care to RSV vaccines and autism support. Discover how their world-class research is creating healthier futures for children globally.

Kwinana Waste to Energy Plant Opens After 7 Years

Australia's first major waste-to-energy plant opens in Kwinana, set to burn 460,000 tonnes of waste yearly and power 50,000 homes. Discover the challenges behind this $750m project.

Lake Macquarie's $5M solar pool conversion begins

Lake Macquarie City Council begins $5 million conversion of Charlestown Swim Centre to 100% solar power, cutting 420 tonnes of CO2 annually. A test case for the region's green energy future.

Hunter students get a taste of medical research at HMRI

Year 10 and 11 students from Hunter schools spent a day at the Hunter Medical Research Institute, gaining hands-on experience in labs and designing their own medical experiments. Discover how this initiative is inspiring the next generation of scientists.

Wollongong's world-first MND treatment breakthrough

University of Wollongong scientists unveil world-first motor neurone disease treatment tool, fulfilling Professor Justin Yerbury's vision. This breakthrough could transform MND care globally.

Bunnings Powers Up with Major Solar Switch

The iconic hardware giant is transforming its energy strategy with massive solar installations across stores nationwide, leading a retail revolution in renewable power.

Waste-to-Energy Plant Hit with Fresh Legal Claims

The troubled East Rockingham waste-to-energy facility faces fresh legal battles as receivers launch new claims against contractors, raising questions about Australia's renewable energy future.

Why Your Power Bill Isn't Falling With Wholesale Prices

Australian households are getting squeezed as energy retailers pocket savings from falling wholesale electricity prices while consumer bills remain stubbornly high. Discover the real reasons behind this frustrating disconnect in our exclusive investigatio

ACT Excluded from PM's Free Solar Power Plan

Anthony Albanese's landmark free solar electricity initiative leaves Canberra households in the dark as the ACT territory is conspicuously absent from the national rollout plan.

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