Optus issues data scam alert to customers
Optus customers have been told to be wary of scammers trying to take advantage of a data breach, as the telco continues to contact those who have been affected.
Science and Technology
Purple patch to help remote health care
A PhD student from the University of Southern Queensland is developing an affordable wound dressing made from plum peel, aloe vera and sticky gum.
Climate change and a patchwork of human factors led to Pakistan floods: Report
There are many ingredients to the ongoing humanitarian crisis - some meteorological, some economic, some societal, some historic and construction oriented.
Queensland-Japan hydrogen and new energy economy commitment
QUT has continued its investment in clean and green energy in Queensland by renewing its International Cooperation Agreement with the University of Tokyo (UTokyo) to develop joint venture projects and facilitate joint academic and scientific activities.
Yuck factor pushes Premier towards desalination
A battle is brewing in South-East Queensland over water. Despite heavy rains and flooding, the water supply authority, Seqwater, has flagged the need to find more water sources to keep up with urban growth.
Dream discovery could help crops improve water use and resist climate change
Australian scientists have identified what they call an “exquisite” natural mechanism that helps plants limit their water loss with little effect on carbon dioxide intake.
Horror-film moth a killer at navigation
The moth that had a horrifying cameo role in The Silence of the Lambs cult classic has shed new light on the mysteries of long-haul insect migrations.
New baits needed to kill mice: CSIRO
A study by Australia's national science agency has found a new baiting regime is needed to significantly reduce mouse populations.
Burns and injuries treated via video in WA
Telehealth supports remote doctors and patients across Australia's biggest state, a rural health conference focused on innovation and collaboration has heard.
Hidden ‘sponges’ may up Antarctic ice loss
Geological formations that hold vast amounts of groundwater under Antarctica's ice sheet could be causing it to shrink more quickly, a new study suggests.
It’s sweltering in the land of the Queen – but what could this mean for Queensland?
Traditionally, temperatures above 30℃ in the UK are considered hot. But to see temperatures already exceeding 40℃ is shocking.
Climate change is a “pressing and accelerating threat to global security”: academic
Climate change is a pressing and accelerating threat to global security. It will disrupt trade, displace populations, cause food and energy shortages and drive conflict between nations.
15m bees dead in NSW as varroa spreads
More than 15 million bees have been euthanised across NSW as authorities remain optimistic they can contain the varroa mite.
COVID-19 health toll exposed in new report
A biennial report into Australia's overall health has laid bare the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on death rates, mental health and vulnerable communities.
Biosecurity beefed up for foot and mouth
Australian authorities have beefed up biosecurity measures after the discovery of foot and mouth disease in Bali.
BoQ tech boost for fully digital bank
Bank of Queensland plans to roll out a new banking platform for customers and has expanded its partnership with Europe-based tech provider Temenos.
NASA rocket to launch from Arnhem Land
A NASA rocket will launch from the NT on Sunday night, the agency's first in Australia in 27 years and the first from a commercial spaceport outside the US.
NASA rocket launches from Arnhem Land
The first of three NASA rockets has launched successfully from Arnhem Land in the Northern Territory - the first commercial space launch in Australia's history.
Sydney’s new underwater invader
Marine scientists warn a subtropical coral species fleeing hotter waters in the north could thrive in Sydney's harbours, leaving locals in the lurch.
New ag minister outlines top priorities
Senator Murray Watt has given his first major address as federal agriculture minister outlining labour shortage, biosecurity and high input costs as priorities.
Breaking the ice: Women really do feel the cold more than men
Hormones make women’s hands, feet and ears stay around three degrees Celsius cooler than men’s.
Drones and tech keeping track of koalas
A hi-tech plan to generate big data sets will help protect Australian wildlife from disasters like the Black Summer bushfires.
Threatened species could be saved: study
Dozens of Australia's most threatened animal species could be saved from extinction with enhanced conservation efforts, a study has found.
Labor pledge to back critical technologies
Labor is proposing a national co-investment fund, working with superannuation and venture capital groups, to back leading tech thinkers and their firms.
Crocodiles change diet to land prey: study
Saltwater crocodiles have changed their diet from fish to pigs and it could be why their numbers have rapidly climbed in northern Australia, scientists say.
Backyard stargazers win top prize
Two groups of backyard astronomers have won top honours in the National Australian Convention of Amateur Astronomers.
Smart technology helps cattle industry
Cattle tagging research is being used to help lessen the impact of calf mortality rates, a significant issue across northern Australia.
Government to supply more Japanese encephalitis vaccine, but who can get it?
Who is recommended to have the vaccine depends on factors including their age, occupation and location. Here’s what you need to know about accessing the vaccine in Australia, ahead of further announcements expected in coming days.
Assessors, techies, bankers join mud army
Insurers say it's too soon to put a price on the floods as initial claims near $2 billion and assessors, techies and bankers muck in alongside communities.
Disaster at the check out: Why your supermarket bill just keeps going up
Australians are already paying more for meat, bread, dairy and fruit because climate change is disrupting food supply chains, a new report has found.
Heart of Queensland: How our cattle are saving lives all over the world
Queensland cattle are saving human lives by providing tissue for heart valve procedures in hospitals in more than 100 countries.