The Junction

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Map technology helps mangrove conservation 
USC, Samantha Robinson
Mangroves are the focus of a new research project by the University of Western Australia to spread awareness of their importance in marine ecosystems.
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Sounds of Steel City
Deakin University, Rachel Wardhaugh

The sun is setting on another typical Friday in coastal suburbia. The migration of work weary, albeit exuberant, residents begins between the...

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April Podcast out now

The Long Read series of our podcast, Making a Difference, continues with a reckoning from Australia's past and the way it might influence our...

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Sounds of Steel City
Deakin University, Rachel Wardhaugh

The sun is setting on another typical Friday in coastal suburbia. The migration of work weary, albeit exuberant, residents begins between the two pubs that signify the beginning and the end of the small surf town. Bec Sandridge, the local act performing...

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That gut feeling
University of Newcastle, Jordann Lavers

Jordann Lavers explores the connection between the brain and the body that holds power over your health and well-being

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Is it OK not to have kids?
University of Newcastle, Kaitlin Dykstra

Kaitlin Dykstra explores how her generation is reshaping the narrative around parenthood, driven by a complex blend of personal, environmental, and financial factors.

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April Podcast out now
April 1, 2024

The Long Read series of our podcast, Making a Difference, continues with a reckoning from Australia's...

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March Podcast: On The Rocks
February 29, 2024

In the next episode of our Long Read series on Making a Difference, Tylah Tully from Curtin University...

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February Podcast: The Professional Recyclers
January 31, 2024

This month on Making a Difference is the first in our Long Read series where we focus on one, in-depth...

DOOMSCROLLING - A Soothing Compulsion
DOOMSCROLLING - A Soothing Compulsion
Griffith University, Michelle Homsombat • January 19, 2024

Michelle Homsombat's short documentary aims to investigate the act of doomscrolling and how it affects...

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