Digital resources tagged with ‘resources’

Australia's First Nuclear Reactor

Prime Minister Robert Menzies opens the Lucas Heights nuclear reactor, and marvels at nuclear energy being a relatively new phenomenon in the world.

Axemen Fell Giant Trees

The axemen established camps throughout the eucalypt forests in the early 20th century. Their job was a combination of skill and stamina, harvesting giant trees for the rapidly growing hardwood industry.

Climate Change in a World without Borders

How can Australia take responsibility for its standard of living?

Closing Day at BHP's Newcastle Steelworks

Two thousand steelworkers collect their final paychecks and walk out of Newcastle's BHP steelworks for the last time. Men break down and cry. Many have laboured here all their working lives.

Global Warming

Is the rate of present day consumption enslaving future generations?

Mining Uranium in Australia

Traditional Aboriginal rights and the growth of the uranium industry in Australia.

Sustainable Agriculture

How can agriculture be made more sustainable in the future?

Water Regulation

With our harsh Australian climate subject to drought, artesian water and ground water is a resource that needs regulation.

Water Tanks

What are the practicalities and economics of water tanks in sustaining the supply of water?

Wildlife Ranger

Australia's far north Arnhem Land is patrolled by the wildlife ranger. In a remote and vast area of pristine natural beauty, the work ranges from tracking wildlife to rescuing baby turtles.