Wyong Return and Earn Depot has been officially launched. Wyong is now home to a new Return and Earn depot designed to make recycling eligible bottles, cans and cartons easier than ever before. Operated by St Vincent De Paul Society NSW, the Wyong Return and Earn Depot – the 31st return point in the Central […]
Flowstone coring in Pouatea Cave, Atiu, Cook Islands. From left to right: Andrea Borsato, University of Newcastle; Adam Hartland, University of Waikato, NZ; John Hellstrom, University of Melbourne; Mohammadali Faraji, University of Newcastle PhD student. Photo credit Garry K Smith. A major international review argues that human-driven change since the mid-20th century is significant enough […]
Soil restoration experts Professor Martin Breed and Dr Craig Liddicoat at Flinders University. Up to 75% of the world’s soils are degraded, threatening food production, biodiversity, climate regulation and human health and wellbeing. Flinders University soil ecology and restoration experts warn that restoring degraded soils back to full ecological health can be a lengthy and […]
Precision craftsmanship, exceptional attention to detail, and landmark construction have come up trumps among fierce competition at the 40th annual Master Builders Queensland Housing & Construction Awards. Marking the crescendo of the Awards season, the 2026 crop of regional winners gathered for a glamourous black-tie evening at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre on Saturday, […]
The Norfolk Island hairy snail. Credit: Isabel Hyman Australian Museum ‘Hairy’ snail breeding program to bring it back from the brink A team of experts is racing to save Norfolk Island’s hairy snail from extinction, kickstarting an emergency breeding program to save the unique species. Fanulena imitatrix, or the Norfolk Island hairy snail, is only […]
The Netherlands is recalibrating its power transition as severe transmission constraints and frequent midday negative power prices drive a strategic shift from rooftop solar toward large-scale offshore wind and grid flexibility. As a result, the renewable share of the country’s capacity mix is forecast to increase from 65% to over 80% by 2035, according to […]
Sun Seiya, 33, carries buckets to collect water with her daughter Sreyleak, 4, in Cambodia. Credit: WaterAid/ Tariq Hawari WaterAid Australia’s Walk for Water starts today. This National Water Week (19-23 October), organisations and individuals are invited to walk, run or ride for five day to raise awareness and funds for communities without access to clean water. […]
On Saturday 17 October 2026, shoppers can enjoy 50% off across Vinnies NSW Shops and Vinnies Finds, Vinnies’ online destination for curated pre-loved fashion, in celebration of World Op Shop Day. Whether shoppers are hunting for a vintage statement piece, refreshing their wardrobe, furnishing their home or simply looking for an unexpected bargain, World Op […]
Microplastics are prompting growing questions about everyday plastic exposure, packaging and the practical steps available to consumers and businesses. Microplastics are now part of everyday environmental conversations in Australia. They have been reported in food, drinking water, air and human samples. Some food-contact materials can release plastic particles during use. Separately, chemicals can migrate from […]
By Prabin Shrestha, Group CEO of SKG Services, a national commercial cleaning, maintenance and security services company with a 50-year history Retailers and shopping centres generate waste in different ways, from refurbishments to packaging and everyday operations. While much of the sustainability conversation focuses on recycling, diverting waste from landfill requires a broader approach. For retail and commercial property […]
