The United Nations proclaimed 22 May The International Day for Biological Diversity (IDB) to increase understanding and awareness of biodiversity issues. The theme for the International Day for Biological Diversity 2012 is “Marine Biodiversity”.
Brisbane’s The Hut Environmental & Community Association Inc (THECA) is hosting its 11th Bushcare Forum on 26 May 2012 with the theme “Connections: Spatial, Social and Temporal Links for Biodiversity”. The forum will explore the significance of connection issues in …
World Environment Day is an annual event that is aimed at being the biggest and most widely celebrated global day for positive environmental action. World Environment Day activities take place all year round but climax on 5 June every year, …
National Tree Day and Schools Tree Day combine to make Australia’s biggest community tree planting and nature care event. In 2011, thousands of Australians planted more 1 million native trees, shrubs and grasses at over 2900 Tree Day events across …
National Tree Day Sunday 29 July 2012, Schools Tree Day Friday 27 July 2012 Read more »
Urban flooding is a serious and growing development challenge. It is a global phenomenon which causes widespread devastation, economic damages and loss of human lives. The occurrence of floods is the most frequent among all natural disasters globally. In 2010 …
The Australian Government is developing a strategy to restore and manage ecological connections in the Australian landscape. The National Wildlife Corridors Plan Advisory Group has prepared a Draft National Wildlife Corridors Plan. The Advisory Group is seeking public comments and …
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Courtesy of Biosecurity Queensland, the key to Environmental Weeds of Australia is now available for free online. This interactive identification and information resource for over 1000 invasive plants is an invaluable resource for all those involved with research, training and …
Australian weed identification tool now available online Read more »
On 29 February 2012, the Australian Green Infrastructure Council (AGIC) launched the IS rating scheme for the design, construction and operation of Australian infrastructure, with the IS rating tool now available for use.
Released in early March 2012, FOODmap is a comprehensive comparative analysis of food distribution channels for major categories within the Australian food industry, from food producer to consumer. It summarises the key features of a food industry that continues to …
FOODmap: An analysis of the Australian food supply chain Read more »
An understanding of cause and effect is central to decision-making in environmental management. It matters most where decisions may be subject to challenge or where restoration budgets are tight and managers are looking for the best value. The new Eco …