UNSW and NSW Government extend Wild Deserts partnership for another decade

The renewed commitment builds on the successful reintroduction of locally extinct mammals to Sturt National Park.

unsw.edu.au

Wollemi pine (Wollemia nobilis)

Nature Ecology & Evolution - Berin Mackenzie helped to save the last wild trees of their species from extreme fires.

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Observed and projected increases in short-duration extreme precipitation under climate change over Greater Sydney

Observed and projected increases in short-duration extreme precipitation under climate change over Greater Sydney, Khadke, Leena, Evans, Jason P, Kim, Youngil, Virgilio, Giovanni Di, Kala, Jatin

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PhD position open: The weather forecast for groundwater recharge events

• Seeking a PhD researcher with expertise in groundwater, climatology or meteorology, interested in tackling the question: • What weather events replenish groundwater and how do climate influences change this? • Using our novel Australian cave observatories of recharge events • Our aim is to provide regional stakeholders with the first weather forecast for groundwater recharge over different timescales • …

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Warming seas can threaten the hidden relationship that supports seagrass meadows

Seagrasses are often overlooked, but they are among the most important coastal habitats on Earth.

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One whale song unlocks oceans of data

A UNSW-led study demonstrates how a new tool can detect blue whale calls with almost 100% accuracy, despite only being trained on one sample song. The tool has the potential to transform how scientist...

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Elusive seabird ID paves way for more citizen-backed discoveries

A growing archive of photos, videos and recordings shared by the public is transforming conservation science.

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Platypus researcher says the species is just 'hanging on' in NSW

A leading researcher is calling for the platypus to be recognised as a threatened species in NSW, saying a lack of data is the only reason it has not been reclassified.

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Tiny mountain possum bred at lower altitudes due to climate change

Trevor Evans has been breeding the endangered mountain pygmy possum to better deal with the effects of climate change. The population at his sanctuary has grown rapidly in the process.

abc.net.au

How hidden contributions power modern research

The people who work behind the scenes to keep research moving say that there should be more recognition for their roles.

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News Vol. 14 | April 2026 | Global Ocean Accounts Partnership

Ocean accounting from around the world delivered to your inbox.

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How hidden contributions power modern research

The people who work behind the scenes to keep research moving say that there should be more recognition for their roles.

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The underwater forests coming back to life off the Sydney coast

This seaweed is to southern Australia what coral is to the tropical north. Sewage pollution made it locally extinct between Palm Beach and Cronulla in the 1980s.

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Coo-ee! Scientists tap into the inner workings of long-distance animal calls

UNSW Sydney researchers have traced the evolution of over 100 animal calls – including from lions, koalas and whales – to learn more about how mammals communicate over distances.

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Emma Johnston (1973–2025) - Nature Ecology & Evolution

Innovative marine ecologist, passionate science communicator and visionary leader in higher education.

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Live stratosphere special: Totally Cooked podcast

Join the Totally Cooked team and guest experts to explore the stratosphere, ozone, and jet stream—and how they shape our weather and climate.

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Animals can talk over huge distances – but humans might be changing their range

Animals on land and sea use sound for different purposes – and alterations in their environment can change the effect it has

theconversation.com

UNSW academics recognised in prestigious national teaching awards

Three teachers from the Business, Science and Arts Design and Architecture faculties were awarded citations for outstanding contributions to student learning.

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What lies beneath: tapping into Australia’s hidden waters

It runs from our taps, keeps crops alive and rivers flowing – yet no one knows exactly how much groundwater we have, or how often it’s renewed. UNSW researchers are venturing underground to find out.

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The blind spot that’s making our beaches less safe

The presence of lifeguards and lifesavers on our beaches is not keeping pace with increasing visitation numbers.

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Biologists and boaties team up to save Sydney's seagrass

A centuries-old nautical technique is being redesigned within a small Sydney cove in a bid to save a tiny remnant population of a dying species.

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Boats wreak hidden havoc on the harbour. Now the damage is being undone

In “a major success for the city”, seagrass has been replanted for the first time underneath new environmentally friendly boat moorings.

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Light pollution and the marine world

YouTube video by UNSW Science

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Yes, feral cats and foxes really have driven many Australian mammals to extinction

Decades of evidence link foxes and feral cats with extinctions of Australian mammals. Claims these introduced predators aren’t responsible don’t stack up.

theconversation.com

No longer extinct, just critically endangered

Citizen science platforms including iNaturalist are leading to major new discoveries and are becoming crucial to the work of scientists. How do we make them even better?

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No longer extinct, just critically endangered

Citizen science platforms including iNaturalist are leading to major new discoveries and are becoming crucial to the work of scientists. How do we make them even better?

unsw.edu.au