South Australia /environment/ en South Australian Biodiversity Under Threat from Ongoing Drought Crisis /environment/news/list/2025/04/23/south-australian-biodiversity-under-threat-from-ongoing-drought-crisis Three Environment Institute members have featured in The Guardian, shedding light on how South Australia’s historic dry spell is impacting ecosystems. Dr Stefan Caddy-Retalic spoke on widespread tree dieback across the Adelaide Hills, Dr Jess Marsh raised alarms for the critically endangered Kangaroo Island assassin spider, and Dr Katja Hogendoorn warned of a looming collapse in native bee populations. April 25 2025 Marilia Jean Belperio /environment/news/list/2025/04/23/south-australian-biodiversity-under-threat-from-ongoing-drought-crisis Sprigg Ediacaran fossil collection recognised by the International Commission on Geoheritage /environment/news/list/2025/01/15/sprigg-ediacaran-fossil-collection-recognised-by-the-international-commission Diego García-Bellido Capdevila of the University of Adelaide’s Environment Institute was key to securing global recognition for the Sprigg Ediacaran fossil collection. Now among the top 11 geological collections worldwide, it offers vital insights into the origins of complex life on Earth. January 15 2025 Marilia Jean Belperio /environment/news/list/2025/01/15/sprigg-ediacaran-fossil-collection-recognised-by-the-international-commission What do new draft guidelines for ‘forever chemicals’ mean for Australia’s drinking water? /environment/news/list/2024/10/24/what-do-new-draft-guidelines-for-forever-chemicals-mean-for-australias The Australian National Health and Medical ÌÇÐÄvolg Council (NHMRC) has released draft guidelines for acceptable levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water. October 24 2024 admin /environment/news/list/2024/10/24/what-do-new-draft-guidelines-for-forever-chemicals-mean-for-australias Exciting research on crop topping pulses in South Australia /environment/news/list/2024/10/23/exciting-research-on-crop-topping-pulses-in-south-australia ÌÇÐÄvolgers from the University of Adelaide, led by Jenna Malone, and supported by the South Australian Grain Industry Trust (SAGIT), are embarking on critical trials to investigate reduced rates of paraquat for crop topping lentils and faba beans. October 23 2024 admin /environment/news/list/2024/10/23/exciting-research-on-crop-topping-pulses-in-south-australia The bunker dilemma: Navigating safety in bushfire-prone regions /environment/news/list/2024/08/28/the-bunker-dilemma-navigating-safety-in-bushfire-prone-regions As bushfire seasons intensify across Australia, the discussion surrounding safety measures for residents in high-risk areas becomes increasingly critical. August 28 2024 admin /environment/news/list/2024/08/28/the-bunker-dilemma-navigating-safety-in-bushfire-prone-regions