Erika Tumambing reports on the silent heroes of Australian wildlife and the struggles they must overcome to save the country’s native animals. Image: Pip_Wilson

Andrew Mahony reports on the agriculture industry and how the need for environmental sustainability is making some farmers go organic. Image: Marj Joly

Josh Kenworthy investigates the growing problems of congestion on Australian roads and whether anything can be done.

Despite being made of plastic bottles and recycled materials, the Plastiki catamaran survived its four-month ocean voyage to land in Sydney with a rousing call to end plastic pollution in the world’s oceans, Nick Evershed reports.

What do poo and penises have in common with animal preservation efforts? Jacob Willis finds out. Image: LWY

While the water debate continues across Australia, a new local workshop on water management has cast the issue globally. Tara Egan reports.

Almost 90 per cent of Australian homes have access to recycling but many don’t know what symbols stand for. Sarah Michael reports.

Conservationists are concerned that fuel reduction burns in East Gippsland will threaten endangered species and reduce biodiversity.

Could whales be neighbours with oil platforms? Federal Resources Minister Martin Ferguson has just released new offshore oil leases, and some lie in areas that are flagged as potential marine sanctuaries.

The Agapanthus plant may bloom beautiful purple flowers in summer, but if uncontrolled, this popular plant can be a nightmare for native ecosystems and local councils. Natalie Muller reports. Image: EncycloPetey