Northern Australian marine park's sea floor caught on camera for first time
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 23 October 2019
Researchers mapped Wessel Marine Park, revealing vibrant sponges and corals supporting rich life. Findings, shared with Traditional Owners and rangers, aid cultural respect, marine park management, and biodiversity protection.
Keywords: Wessel Marine Park, corals, sponges, biodiversity, Traditional Owners, marine research, conservation
Saltwater science and sea country research
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 25 October 2019
RV Investigator’s voyage blended Indigenous knowledge with marine science, mapping sea country with Traditional Owners. Initiatives like art collaborations and scholarships aim to boost Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander engagement in ocean research.
Keywords: Indigenous knowledge, sea country, RV Investigator, marine science, Traditional Owners, collaboration, scholarship
How analysing ancient waters helps secure our future
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 29 October 2019
Australia’s first ATTA facility uses laser physics to trace noble gases in groundwater, revealing age, flow, and recharge rates. The breakthrough aids sustainable water management in Australia and globally amid growing climate pressures.
Keywords: ATTA facility, groundwater, noble gases, sustainability, aquifers, Australia, water management
