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New study finds Australia's extinction tally is far greater than previously recognised
Between one to three species of insects and other native invertebrates, such as pollinators and other beneficial species like earthworms, are becoming extinct in Australia every week, and about 9000 have become extinct since European arrival in 1788.
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Local councils are tightening cat ownership laws to help protect wildlife and keep your pet safe
3 January 2025
More and more local councils around Australia are making the move to restrict pet cats from roaming around parks and reserves in a bid to protect our native wildlife. Listen to the ABC Radio interview to find out more.
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Could we 'Eat the Invaders'?
10 December 2024
A new mini series 'Eat the Invaders' will premiere on ABC in January, featuring Biodiversity Council Communications Manager Jaana Dielenberg.
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Climate change dramatically increases extinction risks
9 December 2024
New study finds that extinctions will accelerate rapidly if global temperatures exceed 1.5°C.
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Before putting Christmas lights outside, think about our wildlife
6 December 2024
December is a great time for festive decorations. But did you know outdoor lights and lasers are really hard on wildlife around you? The good news is that there are easy ways to reduce your impact this Christmas to be kind to wildlife.
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Statement from the Biodiversity Council on Nature Positive Bills scuppered by PM
29 November 2024
The Biodiversity Council is deeply disappointed that the Prime Minister has vetoed a deal to deliver a national environment protection authority and an information-gathering agency - two key election promises.
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Health check of Australia’s native freshwater fish finds one-third need emergency room
15 November 2024
A comprehensive assessment of Australia’s native freshwater fish species has revealed one-third are threatened with extinction but also points to solutions if governments step up.
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Monash University scientists and Aboriginal rangers discover new lizard species in Central Australian desert mountains
12 November 2024
A new species of skink has been discovered in the mountain ranges of the Central Australian desert. We chat with lead researcher Jules Farquhar on what the discovery means to him and to the conservation of the species.
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Rare Australian plants with 'invisible' life stages evade detection
5 November 2024
Goodenia nocoleche has only been seen in the wild at two locations. It's one of Australia's many enigmatic plant species that operate on a 'boom and bust' cycle. Learn more about Australia's cryptic plants...
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The four steps needed to align Australia’s environmental laws and policies with a nature positive future.
25 October 2024
To be truly nature positive we need a net gain in biodiversity, not just to slow down the rate of nature loss.
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Webinar: Nature Positive Summit - key takeaways and next steps
24 October 2024
Join the Biodiversity Council as we unpack what happened at the Global Nature Positive Summit 2024 in our webinar debrief. Re-watch the webinar, access additional resources and find answers to questions from our audience.
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