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More ‘fairness’ needed in conservation
Thu, 10 Jun 2021
New research shows what is often assumed to be ‘fair’ in conservation practice may not be considered so by the very people most affected by it—and a new approach is needed if protected areas are to be effective.

Wetland increase has multiple benefits
Thu, 27 May 2021
New research from James Cook University shows mangroves are doing a lot of the heavy lifting in storing carbon and their importance may increase as climate change impacts increase.

New tech targets crazy ant invaders
Fri, 14 May 2021
James Cook University researchers will use a high-tech, ground-breaking technique to try to solve the expensive problem of yellow crazy ant (YCA) infestations.

Time running out to save coral reefs
Tue, 11 May 2021
New research on the growth rates of coral reefs shows there is still a window of opportunity to save the world’s coral reefs—but time is running out.

Limited fishing zones support reef conservation
Tue, 4 May 2021
A world first study within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park has found limited fishing zones (yellow zones) are still important conservation and fisheries management tools when paired with no-fishing zones.

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