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Sunshine and supplements shown to reverse obesity conditions
Fri, 2 Jan 2026
New research has discovered that increasing vitamin D intake may be a simple approach to overturning obesity-related health problems.

Queensland study maps spread of seafood poisoning threat
Tue, 2 Dec 2025
A microscopic organism linked to serious seafood-related illness has been detected for the first time in the waters of Hervey Bay and Gladstone.

Black-throated finch faces sharp decline after floods and fire
Tue, 25 Nov 2025
James Cook University researchers say the endangered southern black‑throated finch has suffered a dramatic population drop after an extreme wet season was followed by a large wildfire near Ross River Dam in Townsville.

Using basalt to boost soil health and capture carbon
Thu, 13 Nov 2025
Australia is leading the way in sustainable agriculture with a new research initiative exploring the use of crushed basalt rock to improve soil health and sequester carbon as trials begin on rice and cotton farms.

Some Rainforest Trees Can Beat the Heat
Fri, 5 Sep 2025
New research reveals some rainforest tree species use self-cooling strategies to withstand rising temperatures, but others are more at risk.

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