Australia

Divers propel a new “son of Collins” fleet before AUKUS nuclear ships arrive in the 2040s

Former divers with more than 500 years of collective service in the Royal Australian Navy warn that a newer version of the Collins-class ship is needed as an interim measure before AUKUS nuclear-powered ships begin to hit the water in the 2040s. Key points: Collins-class submarines will begin receiving major upgrades from the mid-2020s to …

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New artificial enzyme breaks down hard, woody lignin: study shows promise in developing new renewable energy source

Woody lignin, seen here in purified form, is an important promise as a renewable biofuel, if it can be decomposed efficiently in a useful way. Credit: Andrea Starr | Pacific Northwest National Laboratory A new artificial enzyme has been shown to chew lignin, the resistant polymer that helps woody plants maintain their shape. Lignin also …

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Australia’s blood stocks plummet as donors become ill with influenza and COVID, says Lifeblood Red Cross

Blood stocks in Australia are expected to fall to their lowest point since the start of the pandemic after donations plummeted due to the current increase in flu cases across the country, as well. such as colds and COVID. Key points: There have been a large number of cancellations of blood donation appointments and non-appearances …

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Record number of women in the 47th parliament, as voters avoid liberals

Asked why the Liberal Party had failed to resonate with many women voters, Ley said women “didn’t feel much of what we were saying.” Newly elected Liberal Party leader Sussan Ley said she wanted to have “honest conversations” with women after voters left the party. Credit: James Brickwood. “It simply came to our notice then. …

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Sixth case of legionnaire’s disease in Sydney, with CBD attendees asked to be alert for symptoms

A sixth case of Legionnaire’s disease has arisen in Sydney. All cases have spent time in the CBD area. A sixth case of legionnaire’s disease has been identified in Sydney, with authorities urging anyone who has been to the CBD to watch for symptoms. The two women and four men diagnosed, aged between 40 and …

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