Rainforest project to create new generation of ‘super trees’ on rural property near Lismore
In short: The Science Saving Rainforests project has acquired land in northern NSW for its living seed bank.The plantation will feature stands of 60 types…
Former CFS volunteer Gregory McGannon jailed for 14 years over Cherry Gardens bushfires
In short: Gregory John McGannon has been jailed over the 2021 Cherry Gardens bushfire emergency that left two homes destroyed.The former CFS volunteer was previously found guilty of…
Lake Argyle blazes thought to be sparked by campfires scorch Gouldian finch habitat
There is concern for the habitat of a much-loved endangered bird species after two bushfires scorched pristine landscape at a renowned tourist destination in Western…
Woman charged with arson after allegedly lighting string of bushfires in WA town of Collie
A 30-year-old woman has been charged with lighting a series of fires in bushland throughout in the small West Australian town of Collie.One blaze earlier this…
Forestry industry still feeling effects of Black Summer looks at how to best protect plantations
Four years ago the hills of pine plantations in the Snowy Mountains outside Tumut were black after the most severe fire season ever recorded in…