/environment/ en /environment/news/list/2025/09/04/national-threatened-species-day-bob-croser-rebird-the-ranges September 7th is National Threatened Species Day, a significant day which also marks the death of the last remaining Tasmanian Tiger in Australia. The aim of this national day is to shed light on other native species that are at risk of having the same fate. At the Environment Institute, the Bob Croser Woodland Recovery Program is supporting research and hands-on restoration projects in the South Australian Mount Lofty Ranges (MLR). The Program works hand-in-hand with ReBird the Ranges and its network of partner organisations, all united by a shared passion for bringing back MLR woodland bird populations. September 07 2025 Marilia Jean Belperio /environment/news/list/2025/09/04/national-threatened-species-day-bob-croser-rebird-the-ranges /environment/news/list/2025/09/02/building-international-partnerships-cifor-icraf Dr Robert Nasi, Director of Science, Centre for International Forest and World Agroforestry (CIFOR-ICRAF), recently visited the Environment Institute at the university of 911������ as we continue to build and strengthen our successful partnership with CIFOR-ICRAF. Robert is an Adjunct professor at the university of 911������ and featured as a panellist at the 2025 EI Research Symposium session “partner connected research”. September 03 2025 Marilia Jean Belperio /environment/news/list/2025/09/02/building-international-partnerships-cifor-icraf /environment/news/list/2025/08/28/dr-phillipa-mccormack-on-ken-henrys-call-for-urgent-nature-law-reform Dr Phillipa McCormack, Future Making Fellow at the Environment Institute, wrote about Ken Henry’s call for reform of Australia’s fragile environmental protection laws in The Conversation. In his speech to the National Press Club, Henry warned that Australia’s global reputation and its net zero commitments are at risk without urgent change. He described the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act (EPBCA) as “a misnomer if ever there was one” and condemned delays in reform. August 26 2025 Marilia Jean Belperio /environment/news/list/2025/08/28/dr-phillipa-mccormack-on-ken-henrys-call-for-urgent-nature-law-reform /environment/news/list/2025/08/05/nest-planting-day-success We’re proud to have supported the first event through NEST this past weekend, an inspiring day of hands-on conservation, community connection, and collaborative learning. Over 2000 rare and endangered plants were successfully planted across 16 properties, restoring swamps and riparian zones with the help of 35+ student and researcher volunteers and 30+ landholders.   July 21 2025 Marilia Jean Belperio /environment/news/list/2025/08/05/nest-planting-day-success /environment/news/list/2025/09/16/insects-in-crisis-tackling-biodiversity-challenges The Environment Institute is proud to have supported Professor Austin’s participation at the Insects in Crisis symposium was held in Canberra, organised by the Environment Institute of Australia and New Zealand (EIANZ). The event brought together environmental practitioners, regulators, and researchers to address the alarming decline of insect biodiversity in Australia and worldwide. July 16 2025 Marilia Jean Belperio /environment/news/list/2025/09/16/insects-in-crisis-tackling-biodiversity-challenges /environment/news/list/2025/07/08/what-do-bees-and-bandicoots-have-in-common A surprise discovery of Southern Brown Bandicoots by Dr Jasmin Packer led to the creation of Bandi Bush Care with The Bee Hub. The group works gently to restore native habitat and protect wildlife, blending science, culture, and community care in one of 911������’s busiest parks. June 14 2025 Marilia Jean Belperio /environment/news/list/2025/07/08/what-do-bees-and-bandicoots-have-in-common /environment/news/list/2025/06/10/queensland-rejects-push-for-stronger-cat-laws-despite-wildlife-impact Professor Phill Cassey spoke to ABC Online about a recent petition in Queensland calling for stricter domestic cat ownership laws, highlighting the devastating impact free-roaming cats have on native Australian wildlife. June 12 2025 Marilia Jean Belperio /environment/news/list/2025/06/10/queensland-rejects-push-for-stronger-cat-laws-despite-wildlife-impact /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 911������ 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 /environment/news/list/2025/04/07/looking-back-on-womadelaide-2025 The Environment Institute presented The Planet Talks at the 2025 WOMADelaide Festival, held on Saturday, 9th March. Taking place at the Frome Park Pavilion, these thought-provoking sessions brought together inspiring speakers to discuss, collaborate, and spark positive change for the environment. Click to listen to both sessions now.  April 11 2025 Marilia Jean Belperio /environment/news/list/2025/04/07/looking-back-on-womadelaide-2025 /environment/news/list/2025/04/07/urgent-call-to-investigate-kangaroo-deaths-on-fleurieu-peninsula Associate Professor Wayne Boardman from the University of 911������ has called for a thorough investigation into the recent deaths of kangaroos on the Fleurieu Peninsula, challenging assumptions that the cause is phalaris staggers and emphasizing the need to consider environmental factors such as toxins and climate impacts. April 10 2025 Marilia Jean Belperio /environment/news/list/2025/04/07/urgent-call-to-investigate-kangaroo-deaths-on-fleurieu-peninsula