[W]e need a much more sophisticated discussion about growth that distinguishes between qualitative and quantitative growth. There are some things we need to grow—such as ecosystems, human health, community cohesion, political unity,…
Australians could cut power bills by 90% if they made their homes more energy efficient, report finds Debate on how to generate energy ‘important but misses the point’, analyst says,…
Who’s the real invasive species: us or them? Ecologists are rethinking urban biodiversity, by Carlyn Zwarenstein, Yahoo News June 15, 2025 The animals who cohabitate with human, whether we appreciate…
WHEN WE met up with Tim Frewin 16 October 2024 he agreed to map this walk for us from Macquarie Hills to Boolaroo, return. For the record: Tim’s…
In collaboration with the Munibung Hill Conservation Society and the Newcastle Astronomical Society, the IES: The Lighting Society would love to invite you and your organisation to our 2-part event…
John Carr is a dedicated amateur astronomer who has been scanning the night sky for many, many years. In keeping with his curiosity to know what the night sky has…
Newcastle Astronomical Society (NAS) recently hosted an event on the occasion of the Lunar Eclipse. Partial Lunar Eclipse Viewing Night, March 14, 2025 held at Bray Park, Waratah (Newastle) Note…
What is meant by a catchment? Time to be reminded of the importance of the place where we live. It's one thing to live within a house or apartment. It's…
Slip sliding away MM has carried stories over the past several months, where contributors have mentioned substantial landslides in the Thompson Road area. No documentation or photos have been available…
Contesting age. How old is old? What constitutes age when science and culture meet? OVER THE last seven years we have been referring to Munibung Hill as a reference point…