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Friday 21 August 2026
Hack the Gong challenge puts Illawarra’s innovators to the test at iAccelerate
Read more about Hack the Gong challenge puts Illawarra’s innovators to the test at iAccelerateWednesday 19 August 2026
Ben Quilty, Guan Wei works among treasures available at UOW Art Auction
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This rare Australian wattle is on the brink of extinction: new research
A rare South Australian wattle has been confirmed as a genetically distinct species but new research shows it has lost 98% of its population since 1830.
Backlash is often swift when authorities try to plan retreat from the coast. There’s a better way
Climate change adaptation needs to be a collaborative and community-driven project
Indigenous-led weed management research wins international award
The prize-winning report explores how Indigenous perspectives can transform environmental management and healing of Country
New project develops smart surfboard fins to help reduce shark attack risk
UOW's Surf Flex Lab will contribute to the design, manufacturing and real-life testing of new shark deterrent technology for surfers
First global bee estimates hint at thousands of hidden species
Groundbreaking study counts species across continents and countries, highlighting urgent gaps in biodiversity knowledge
How ocean maps have shaped science, politics and the climate debate
A new book by UOW researcher Sarah Hamylton reveals the real-world impact of ocean cartography on science, policy and environmental protection