The Northern Territory Government is yet again seeking support from the federal government, this time the new Federal Indigenous Affairs Minister for crocodile safari hunting, according to ABC News Online. Last year the Federal Government rejected … [Read more...] about Croc Hunting: NT Government Again Seeks Federal Approval
Can Trees Cause Salinity? Asks Ian Mott
Regular commentator at this blog Ian Mott sent me the following email: Hello Jen, We have all grown accustomed to the notion that it is the removal of trees from the landscape that causes salinity. But recent research from the Argentine Pampas … [Read more...] about Can Trees Cause Salinity? Asks Ian Mott
Detribe: Who is He?
A regular contributor to discussion at this blog is someone know as Detribe -that's his blog signature. I attended a conference with Detribe in Ballarat a couple of years ago and he offered me a lift back to Melbourne and the airport. At some … [Read more...] about Detribe: Who is He?
Greenhouse Mafia (Part 2): Ian Castles’ View
The following comment from Ian Castles was made at the thread on yesterday's blog post Greenhouse Mafia Gagging Scientists?: "I hold the directly contrary view to that presented in the [4-Corners] program: CSIRO scientists have had exceptional … [Read more...] about Greenhouse Mafia (Part 2): Ian Castles’ View
Eco-Roses
I wonder how much fertilizer, water and pesticide was applied to all the roses that will be delivered today - Valentine's Day? Not to mention the energy involved in transporting them and keeping those cut stems cool? According to a website about … [Read more...] about Eco-Roses
Greenhouse Mafia Gagging Scientists? (Part 1)
The ABC television program Four Corners promotes itself as "investigative TV journalism at its best". It certainly has a reputation, and an ability to get its programs talked about even before they have been shown. I have already received several … [Read more...] about Greenhouse Mafia Gagging Scientists? (Part 1)
Jennifer Marohasy BSc PhD is a critical thinker with expertise in the scientific method.
