Articles tagged: Science

Sponge restoration underway
A world-first deep water sponge restoration project is well underway off the coast of Apollo Bay, with cultivated sponges deployed to an artificial reef this week.

Scientists drilling down on Lake Colac’s pollution
Microplastics and pharmaceuticals polluting Lake Colac have drawn the attention of two scientists for their doctoral research.

Gravity survey for region
Planes flying low over the Colac district could be part of a scientific study mapping gravity across the state.

Teacher shares love of science
It’s time to whip out those magnifying glasses and beakers because it’s National Science Week.

Citizen science protects lake
Citizen science is playing a vital role in protecting the Colac district’s environment, an expert says.

Aerospace beckons graduate
Colac’s Olivia Speirs is excited to pursue a career in science and engineering.

Fossil title snapped up
Cape Otway has missed out on having one of its dinosaurs become Victoria’s new official fossil emblem.

Gas going underground
Scientists have started pumping 140 tonnes of carbon dioxide into the ground each day near Port Campbell as they test new technologies.

PROTECTING THE PROTECTORS: Defence science work earns national award
BIRREGURRA’S Simon Oldfield has won one of Australia’s top honours for his career helping scientists develop better programs and technology for the defence force.

100-million-year-old fossil found at Cape Otway could re-write history
THE DISCOVERY of a 100-million-year-old fossil at Cape Otway this week could hold the key to the history of Australian prehistoric mammals.

Shining light on sunscreens
A COLAC experiment has shed light on sunscreen chemicals which could damage the skin.

