Here's one big snake caught on an electric fence in South Africa near the town of Nyngan, New South Wales, Australia.** Photo via Helen Mahar, correct identification thanks to Nexus Ouch! Someone had some fun suggesting this python was … [Read more...] about Ouch! One Big Snake
Beware the Exaggeration and Hype: A Speech by Arvi Parbo on Climate Change
Australian business icon Sir Arvi Parbo may not know much about the science of climate change, but he does know a bit about Australian business. I was interested to read his comment of last Wednesday that: "Big business today is very conscious of … [Read more...] about Beware the Exaggeration and Hype: A Speech by Arvi Parbo on Climate Change
The Carbon Neutral Myth: A New Book & Website
I've just discovered CarbonTradeWatch.org, a website critical of carbon trading. There are some thoughtful comments at the site including: "Many environmental NGOs have negotiated themselves into a corner, which allows little space for effective … [Read more...] about The Carbon Neutral Myth: A New Book & Website
Canberra Stormed: A Note from Gavin
Hi Jennifer, I’m writing a note about a bizarre end of summer storm event that hit drought affected Canberra late Tuesday evening. To some extent the whole thing went right over my head but I recall hastily pulling out internet and power connections … [Read more...] about Canberra Stormed: A Note from Gavin
Queensland Government Investigated Over Tree Clearing Case
I was pleased and surprised to read today at Farm Online that the actions of six Queensland Government employees is being investigated over the Ashley McKay saga. I detailed the sorry story in a piece at this blog entitled 'Tree Clearing in … [Read more...] about Queensland Government Investigated Over Tree Clearing Case
Elephant Culling Divides Groups: A Note from Ann Novek
Hi Jennifer, Africa has unveiled a new plan to manage its swelling elephant numbers. This culling proposal has in recent years split conservation groups. The International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) opposes the culling programme stating that, … [Read more...] about Elephant Culling Divides Groups: A Note from Ann Novek
Jennifer Marohasy BSc PhD is a critical thinker with expertise in the scientific method.
