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The hunt for the not-so-elusive dung beetle
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/the-hunt-for-the-not-so-elusive-dung-beetle/

Last month, Dr Chris Reid and Aidan Runagall-McNaull arrived in Northeast NSW to determine the impacts of the 2019-20 bushfires on dung beetle populations. Now nearing the end of their fieldwork, there is some good news to report.

Published 13 April 2021
Living on the edge! Molecular insight into Sydney’s endangered bandicoot population
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/living-on-the-edge-molecular-insight-into-sydneys-endangered-bandicoot-population/

An endangered population of long-nosed bandicoots are inhabiting an iconic Sydney headland – and molecular insights show that they are surviving on the edge.

Published 12 May 2021
News from LIRS: 2021 Coral bleaching at Lizard Island
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/news-from-lirs-2021-coral-bleaching-at-lizard-island/

Each month, a selected blog from Lizard Island Reef Research Foundation will be featured at the AM. For this inaugural month, we feature the 2021 Coral bleaching at Lizard Island blog, by Dr Anne Hoggett.

Published 22 April 2021
The Australian Museum Magazine turns 100
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/am-magazine-turns-100/

After a controversial beginning, the Australian Museum Magazine has reached 100 years of continuous publication, with the historic latest issue a timely fit for the milestone.

Published 28 April 2021

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From field to museum – studies from Melanesia in Honour of Robin Torrence
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/from-field-to-museum-studies-from-melanesia-in-honour-of-robin-torrence/

Dr Robin Torrence, Senior Fellow in Archaeology and Geosciences at the Australian Museum, is a giant in her field. Over the last 35 years, Robin has impacted so many – including the 32 authors who have contributed to the recent special edition of the Technical Records of the AM!

Published 12 May 2021
The curious tale of the Australian Museum Olm
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/the-curious-tale-of-the-australian-museum-olm/

Just how did Europe’s only blind, cave-dwelling salamander turn up in Sydney?

Published 28 May 2021
AMplify: Australian innovations for tackling climate change
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/amplify-climate-change-innovations/

Listen to Kim McKay AO, AM Director & CEO in conversation with Professor Tim Flannery about the brightest inventions and approaches to reducing emissions and caring for our environment.

Published 02 June 2021

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Smile for the Camera! Frog mug shots help track the health of frog populations
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/smile-for-the-camera-frog-mug-shots-help-track-the-health-of-frog-populations/

Can we identify individual frogs from photos of their body patterns? A recently published study has confirmed we can for the Blue Mountains Tree Frog!

Published 15 June 2021
Lunchtime Conversation 2021: Wesley Enoch and Rhoda Roberts AO
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/lunch-conv-enoch-roberts/

Arts leaders Wesley Enoch and Rhoda Roberts AO reflect on the legacy of writer Oodgeroo Noonuccal and activism in the arts.

Published 14 July 2021

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“A singular civic space” Australian Museum’s Project Discover awarded highest honour at the 2021 AIA NSW Architecture Awards
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/project-discover-awarded-highest-honour/

Project Discover has received three major gongs at the 2021 Australian Institute of Architects (AIA) NSW Architecture Awards, including its top honour, the NSW Architecture Medallion.

Published 08 July 2021

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
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Burra

Be transported on an immersive journey through the eyes of burra (eel) in the Australian Museum’s learning and play space.

Permanent education space
10am - 4.30pm

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RELICS

Vintage objects meet miniature LEGO® worlds in RELICS: A New World Rises, an extraordinary exhibition created by LEGO® Masters winners. Opening 16 August at the Australian Museum.

Special Exhibition
Opens 16 August 2025

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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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