By James Woodford SCIENTISTS have gained a glimpse into how the koala, one of the nation’s most loved creatures, may have acted tens of millions of years ago. We may never know exactly how an ancient koala, living 24 million years ago in a since vanished rainforest, differed from its modern counterparts. But a [...]
Entries from December 29th, 2009
A Mid-Lane Speedo Crisis
December 18th, 2009 · 8 Comments · Blog
At the end of a depressing week of bad news, I thought I would offer up a change of pace…. Every man has his story about his midlife transition to Speedos. Some hide behind the foil that they have no choice – an excuse like their surf club makes them do it. For others [...]
River Red Gum Protection – One Choice, One Chance
December 8th, 2009 · 1 Comment · Guest Viewpoint
Picture and Story by Andrew Cox As one of his last acts as Premier, Nathan Rees announced last week that the NSW Government would protect the magnificent red gum forests of the Murray River. Some are now seeking to undo this decision, but Nathan Rees had little choice. As the last forestry region in [...]
