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AI infrastructure growth threatens 14 million Australian bees a year

Tue, 11th Nov 2025
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A University of Sydney study warns AI infrastructure growth could cause the loss of up to 14 million Australian bees annually, threatening agriculture and biodiversity.
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AirTrunk secures AUD $16 billion in largest APJ green financing

Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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AirTrunk has secured AUD $16 billion in the largest sustainability-linked refinancing in APJ, supporting green data centres and social impact initiatives.
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Indigenous knowledge & eDNA unite for climate resilience in Australia

Fri, 1st Aug 2025
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An Australian project combines Indigenous knowledge with eDNA technology to empower local communities in climate-resilient biodiversity monitoring and conservation.
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AI speeds up Tasmanian wildlife monitoring & conservation work

Fri, 2nd May 2025
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Tasmania's WildTracker utilises AI to sort over 774,000 wildlife images, saving 900 volunteer hours and boosting conservation efforts across the region.
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Eighteen Australians awarded 2025 John Monash Scholarships

Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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Eighteen Australians have been awarded the prestigious John Monash Scholarships for 2025, recognising leaders in fields like aerospace and cancer research.
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Sphere Drones secures $1.89m deal with NSW National Parks

Thu, 3rd Oct 2024
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Sphere Drones wins $1.89 million contract with NSW's NPWS to improve natural hazard management using their HubX drone systems.
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Breakthrough in RFID tech revolutionises fossil tracking

Tue, 9th Jul 2024
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A breakthrough in fossil tracking, combining RFID from HID, InfraMarker's system, and Esri's mapping software has boosted excavation efficiency.
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Smart Water Meters set to revolutionise Australian utilities

Tue, 16th Apr 2024
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Australian utility adopts smart meters, partnering with Amdocs for data-driven water conservation and enhanced digital metering capabilities.
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IWD 2024: The demand for more women in tech deepens

Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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IWD 2024 hails the call for more women in the technology sector as the industry diversifies women's communication skills, empathy and creative problem-solving abilities.
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Google and CSIRO use AI to help protect the Great Barrier Reef

Tue, 17th May 2022
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Google has partnered with CSIRO in Australia to implement AI solutions that help protect the Great Barrier Reef.
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Commvault joins Business Avengers for sustainable development

Fri, 25th Oct 2019
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Commvault has joined the Business Avengers, a coalition of 17 global companies, to champion SDG 12 on Responsible Consumption and Production.
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Aruba and Taronga Zoo partnership to transform visitor experiences

Tue, 24th Sep 2019
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Aruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company, has partnered with Taronga Zoo to deliver networking solutions and transform the visitor experience.
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New app launches to protect our oceans

Thu, 20th Jun 2019
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OceansCam, a new app aimed at ocean conservation, allows users to share positive experiences and concerns, earning rewards to support The Lewis Pugh Foundation.
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Kakapo makes Small Worlds debut

Fri, 5th Aug 2011
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Small Worlds players can purchase a Sirocco item which transforms their avatar into a walking, albeit slightly odd-looking Kakapo.