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Do you see what I see?
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/do-you-see-what-i-see/

For effective conservation and fisheries management, we need data – but with limited funding and resources, there are gaps in our monitoring programs. This is where our fabulous citizen scientists come in! Our scientists, with CSIRO and NSW DPI, studied data from the Australasian Fishes Project.

Published 01 November 2021
Michael Abbott’s generous donation 2021
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/michael-abbotts-donation/

Balinese Collection expanded – an inspiring case of sharing personal passion for common benefit.

Published 22 October 2021
Delivering innovative options for modern conservation
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/dr-dana-bergstrom/

In conversation with Dr Dana M. Bergstrom, winner of the 2021 Eureka Prize for Leadership in Innovation and Science.

Published 28 October 2021

Eureka Prizes Conservation Antarctica Climate Change
Exploring the science behind super volcanoes
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/super-volcanoes/

In conversation with Scarlett O. and Scarlett P., winners of the 2021 University of Sydney Sleek Geeks Science Eureka Prize – Primary.

Published 10 November 2021

Eureka Prizes Sleek Geeks Science Communication Volcanology
The Flowering of Australia’s Rainforests
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/the-flowering-of-australias-rainforests/

Invertebrates are essential in pollinating our rainforests – but how do climate change, fire, fragmentation, invasive species and destructive pathogens impact pollination networks? Dr Geoff Williams OAM, AM, explores how in this Second Edition of The Flowering of Australia’s Rainforests.

Published 11 November 2021
How to hijack climate change: Tips from vagrant fish
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/how-to-hijack-climate-change-tips-from-vagrant-fish/

Hotter and drier summers in Australia bring with them massive fires, successive bleaching on coral reefs and widespread die-offs of our valuable kelp forests. Although all may seem doom and gloom in our oceans, some species are surprisingly resourceful and can even take advantage of warmer waters.

Published 29 November 2021
Bleating or screaming? Two new, very loud, frog species described in eastern Australia
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/bleating-or-screaming/

With the help of vital FrogID audio, two new species of frog, each with a call as loud and piercing as each other, are described as new to science.

Published 22 November 2021
Developing ambassadors for behaviour change
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/microplastic-pollution/

In conversation with Dr Michelle Blewitt, co-winner of the 2021 Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources Eureka Prize for Innovation in Citizen Science.

Published 16 November 2021

Eureka Prizes Microplastics Citizen Science Marine Pollution
Pasifika greetings from Melissa Malu, our new Pasifika Collections & Engagement Manager
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/pasifika-collection-manager/

Melissa Malu will strive to ensure our Pasifika Collection and its links to culture, heritage, history, tradition, truth and community both in the Pacific and diaspora are strengthened.

Published 19 November 2021
Showcasing the wonders of our universe
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/dr-niraj-lal/

In conversation with Dr Niraj Lal, winner of the 2021 Celestino Eureka Prize for Promoting Understanding of Science.

Published 24 November 2021

Eureka Prizes Renewable Electricity Science Communication

Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru

Come face-to-face with one of the most remarkable gold collections to ever tour the globe in the immersive exhibition, <i>Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru</i> and add-on VR experience.

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Tails from the Coasts

Presented with the National Museum of Singapore, this culturally significant collection of watercolours brings to life extraordinary species and captivating stories.

Special exhibition
Opening Saturday 10 May

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Wild Planet

Welcome to life on Earth. Every one of Earth’s millions of species is unique, but they are all connected through evolution. Come and see life in all its glorious diversity – over 400 animals under one roof!

Permanent exhibition
Open daily

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Minerals

Be dazzled by over 1800 spectacular rocks and minerals in our new Minerals Gallery.

Permanent exhibition
Open daily

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