Thirty-three different species of weeds are now reported to have developed resistance to herbicides commonly used in Australian farming systems, says Dr Chris Preston, programme leader for the Weeds CRC. The worst offenders are annual ryegrass, wild … [Read more...] about Note On Herbicide Resistance: Chris Preston
Much Money & More Models Won’t Necessarily Save The Macquarie Marshes
Malcolm Turnbull, the Federal Parliamentary Secretary for water, recently announced a $13.4 million grant to revive the Macquarie Marshes and other important wetlands. But it is unclear how the money will be spent. Reference has been made to … [Read more...] about Much Money & More Models Won’t Necessarily Save The Macquarie Marshes
Worst Drought in 100 Years – or Not? (Updated August 22, 2006)
We are in the middle of an election in Queensland, Australia. My local member has just sent me a glossy brochure stating that: "Queensland is experiencing the worst drought in 100 years ...no other government in our history has faced a challenge of … [Read more...] about Worst Drought in 100 Years – or Not? (Updated August 22, 2006)
200 Farmers Block Government Officials From Entering Cobar Property
I have just received the following note: "Over 200 farmers in western NSW today blockaded state government officials from entering the Cobar property of Kevin and Gwen Mitchell, who are the latest victims of a radical green campaign that will force … [Read more...] about 200 Farmers Block Government Officials From Entering Cobar Property
The End of Private Native Forestery in NSW: Jim Hoggett
Under the NSW Native Vegetation Act 2003 harvesting of timber for what government describes as "the purposes of private native forestry" will require approval through the preparation of a Property Vegetation Plan (PVP) or through an application for … [Read more...] about The End of Private Native Forestery in NSW: Jim Hoggett
Water in Murray River Not At Record Low
I spilt my tea over a story at ABC News Online last Thursday. Entitled ‘Murray River flows at record low', without quoting a specific source, it stated: “The water level in the Murray River is at its lowest since records began more than 100 … [Read more...] about Water in Murray River Not At Record Low
Jennifer Marohasy BSc PhD is a critical thinker with expertise in the scientific method.
