Climate explained: how particles ejected from the Sun affect Earth’s climate
25 Mar 2021

Climate explained: how particles ejected from the Sun affect Earth’s climate

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When the Sun ejects solar particles into space, how does this affect the Earth and climate? Are clouds affected by these particles? Use this resource with Year 4, 7, 9 and 10 Chemistry and Earth and Space students who are … Continued
Fire, floods and ice
18 Feb 2021

Fire, floods and ice

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How Antarctic science helps us understand Australian weather and climate. The last Australian summer delivered hot weather and bushfires on scales not recorded before, followed closely by heavy rains and flooding. Why then, should we be thinking about science on … Continued
What shapes genetic diversity in mammals?
26 May 2020

What shapes genetic diversity in mammals?

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Global map points to evolution and climate impacting the biodiversity of mammals. Use this resource to build on prior knowledge with students in year 10 studying biodiversity and the importance of it to understand the impact of climate change on … Continued
Tim Jarvis: The COVID-19 pandemic is a huge opportunity for the environment
21 May 2020

Tim Jarvis: The COVID-19 pandemic is a huge opportunity for the environment

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We have an opportunity to come out of the pandemic with a new approach to protecting the environment, says environmental scientist Tim Jarvis. This resource demonstrates the importance of a scientific understanding of policy making at government level and the … Continued
In Class With… Climate Special
20 Apr 2020

In Class With… Climate Special

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Get access to the biggest STEM names and brightest minds with our In Class With... series. To young people, the changing climate is an ongoing source of anxiety. They are bombarded with devastating news and statistics almost daily, and are … Continued
The best fire management system is in northern Australia and it’s led by Indigenous land managers
19 Mar 2020

The best fire management system is in northern Australia and it’s led by Indigenous land managers

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“By using fire at the right time of year, in the right places with the right people, we have a good chance to help country and climate.” Use this article to demonstrate the importance of collaboration between traditional Aboriginal and … Continued
What we can learn from fish that change sex
6 Mar 2020

What we can learn from fish that change sex

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A fish that changes sex to lead the pack has revealed what happens genetically to pull off the trick. Encourage students to consider different body systems and adaptations within the aquatic world using this article suitable for students in years … Continued
The last ice age tells us why we should care about 2°C temperature changes
2 Mar 2020

The last ice age tells us why we should care about 2°C temperature changes

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Perhaps 2°C doesn’t sound like much, but if you look through history, seemingly small temperature changes have had huge effects on the planet and people. Emphasise the importance of an understanding of ecosystem stability and climate change with students in … Continued
Plastic waste has trashed one of Australia’s most remote islands
21 May 2019

Plastic waste has trashed one of Australia’s most remote islands

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One of Australia’s most remote paradise islands, and home to our best beach, has been covered with 400 million pieces of waste. This shocking piece could be used alongside Biological, Chemical or Earth and Space Sciences for years 6, 7, … Continued