Western Australia
PulseAugur coverage of Western Australia — every cluster mentioning Western Australia across labs, papers, and developer communities, ranked by signal.
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LiDAR-based 3D change detection method achieves 95.3% accuracy
Researchers have developed a new method for large-scale 3D change detection using LiDAR data, addressing limitations of existing techniques. The approach employs multi-resolution Normal Distributions Transform and Itera…
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Three accessible total solar eclipses to grace Earth from 2026-2028
A remarkable period for eclipse enthusiasts is set to begin, featuring three total solar eclipses visible from accessible locations between August 2026 and July 2028. The first event on August 12, 2026, will cross Green…
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Australia considers first new oil refinery in 60 years amid Middle East supply fears
Australia is considering building its first new oil refinery in over six decades to bolster its energy security. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced that a feasibility study will be conducted for a potential facil…
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Total solar eclipse to grace Sydney Harbor in 2028 · 1 source tracked
A total solar eclipse is set to occur over Sydney Harbor on July 22, 2028, offering nearly four minutes of midday darkness. This event is part of a series of three total solar eclipses within a two-year span, with previ…
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Rabbit invasion in Australia: From 24 to 600 million in 90 years
In 1859, Thomas Austin introduced approximately two dozen European rabbits to his estate in Australia for sport. This seemingly small act led to an exponential population boom, reaching an estimated 600 million rabbits …
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Chevron Australia to supply 46 PJ of natural gas to Alinta Energy
Chevron Australia has entered into a long-term agreement to supply 46 petajoules (PJ) of natural gas to Alinta Energy over five years, starting in July 2027. The gas will be sourced from Chevron's Gorgon, Wheatstone, an…
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Alcoa to acquire South32's aluminum assets for up to $5.6B · 2 sources tracked
Alcoa has agreed to acquire South32's aluminum assets, including bauxite, alumina, and aluminum operations in Australia, Brazil, and South Africa, for up to $5.6 billion. This strategic acquisition aims to expand Alcoa'…
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H5 bird flu detected in Australia, completing global spread
Australia has reported its first confirmed case of the H5 strain of bird flu, detected in a migratory brown skua in Western Australia. This marks the first time the virus has been found on the continent, meaning it has …
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AI videos mislead tourists, threaten Indigenous culture in WA
AI-generated videos are causing concern among tourism operators in Western Australia's north. These operators argue that the content inaccurately represents the region and poses a threat to the preservation of Indigenou…
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Whale sharks show no behavioral change when drones fly overhead
A new study led by Murdoch University researchers found that whale sharks did not alter their behavior when drones were flown overhead. Using motion-sensing tags on 13 whale sharks, scientists recorded swimming effort a…
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Western Australia's April photo wrap showcases diverse events and discoveries
This article presents a collection of notable photographs from Western Australia during April, capturing a diverse range of events and subjects. The images highlight significant moments such as dawn services, record-bre…