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Monday, 07 Sep 2026

Indigenous Protected Areas have grown to protect more than half of Australia’s conservation estate, combining Traditional Owner stewardship, cultural knowledge and modern science to safeguard nature for future generations.

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Thursday, 27 Aug 2026

As scientists uncover thousands of previously unknown species, surprising new biodiversity hotspots are emerging from Australia to the Andes, reshaping our understanding of where Earth's richest wildlife lives and why protecting it has never been more urgent.

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Tuesday, 25 Aug 2026

Researchers have mapped the hidden routes of Mexico's illegal parrot trade, using almost 30 years of data to predict trafficking hotspots.

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30 Sep 2026 | 11 - 11:45am

Monitoring Australian Paddock Trees Using Deep Learning and High-Resolution Imagery

Discover how high-resolution satellite imagery is helping researchers track Australia's iconic paddock trees and better understand their loss, persistence, and regeneration across agricultural landscapes.
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1 Oct 2026 | 5 - 6:30pm

Book Launch: Paddock Trees Under Threat

Join acclaimed authors David Lindenmayer, John R. Baker and Elizabeth A. Baker for the launch of Paddock Trees Under Threat, featuring insights from the book, special guest Senator David Pocock, and an evening of wine, cheeseboards and conversation celebrating the future of conservation.
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6 Oct 2026 | 11am - 7pm

Colloquium: Centenary of National Forestry Education

The Centenary of National Forestry Education Colloquium, hosted by ANU on 6 October 2026, will celebrate 100 years of forestry education in Australia by reflecting on its history, examining current approaches to forestry education, and exploring future ambitions for the profession.
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