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Bushfire response from Director Professor Bob Hill
"The recent, shocking sequence of bushfires across the southern and eastern coast of Australia has stunned us all.
In South Australia, we have experienced some extremely challenging times. The impacts of these fires will be felt for decades to come and the response to them will be complex. I have been involved in some aspects of these responses and many University of Adelaide staff have relevant expertise to assist with the recovery process."
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Antarctica research program funded $36 million by federal government
As Chief Investigator, Dr Phill Cassey joins program which aims to secure Antarctica's environmental future. Led by Monash University, this research project aims understand the complex interactions of the ocean, ice sheets, atmosphere and ecosystems that will govern Antarctica’s future.
A new species of sea snake discovered in Western Australia
The new turtle-headed sea snake, Emydocephalus orarius, or the Western Turtle-headed Sea Snake, is found from Shark Bay to Broome, Western Australia, on soft sandy habitats at depths ranging from 15 to 70 metres. PhD student James Nankivell says this is the sixth sea snake to be found in WA and not under serious threat at this stage.
Prof. Bob Hill appointed to the Wildlife and Habitat Recovery Taskforce
The taskforce will focus on providing important strategic oversight and coordination for the recovery of South Australia’s natural environment after the bushfires. The crucial team will oversee on-ground assessments and planning works, moving/relocating native animals to safer habitat, feral animal control, as well as support partner organisations.
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