Microbial Inoculants: Agricultural Breakthrough or Start of the Zombie Apocalypse?

If there's one thing we can say for sure about scientists, it's that they like creating big, fancy words. But…

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Check Out the Features of this New Mahindra XTV Up For Grabs

Mahindra didn't mess around when they decided to step into the UTV market. They teamed up with Intimidator – one…

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The Internet of Things: Agriculture Revolution or Rise of the Machines?

We have the internet to thank for so many things. International ecommerce, the Arab Spring, the 24-hour news cycle and…

8 years ago

The (Almost) Lost Art of Barrel Making

The Sullivan family have been in the barrel-making, or 'cooperage' trade for over 60 years, and have no plans on…

8 years ago

How Does Fracking Affect Groundwater Quality?

Mining is controversial for many reasons, not least because of environmental concerns. Traditional mining methods such as open-cut coal mining…

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What To Expect From The LIGNA Expo in 2017

This year, the LIGNA expo is given a breath of fresh air, with all new exhibitions that will feature a…

8 years ago

Wikileaks Vault 7: CIA Hackers Love Memes and Can Get Into Your Automated Machines

You've probably noticed news of Vault 7 (Wikileaks' latest leak) with vague interest. If you're not doing anything of concern…

8 years ago

Are We Really Ready to Take Operations to 100% Renewable Energy?

Renewable energy is front of the collective mind of Australia right now. What, with the local South Australian energy controversy,…

8 years ago

Going Deep: Deep Hole Drilling for Dummies

Deep-hole drilling, it’s a perilous process. Drilling at such lengths requires the proper equipment, and the know-how to use it.…

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Robot Co-workers: the Not-so-Distant Future for Manufacturing?

The return of our soldiers from World War II sparked the kind of celebration that results in babies. A lot…

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Review: PlasmaCAM and Samson CNC Cutting Systems

PlasmaCAM is heralded as the world's leading brand in CNC robotic plasma cutting machines. We spoke to Maurice from Metal…

8 years ago

Inside Australia’s Biggest Machines: Cat 797 Powertrain Haul Truck

Gemma Kirby is a perfect example of why you shouldn't judge a person by their appearance. The petite blonde is…

8 years ago

Government Focus on Renewables: Fuelling Innovation or Problems?

The biggest problem with renewable energy is the fact that its discourse is dominated by politicians. If you're interested in…

8 years ago

No More Bill-Splitting Squabbles: Retail Food Payment Innovations

Your stomach curls as you see the dreaded ‘No Split Bills’ sign at the register. We’ve all been stuck with…

8 years ago

Got Wood? Timber Types & What They’re Good For

If there was a prize for the most pedantic humans on Earth, it would have to go to the scientists…

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Massive Old Engines and the Folk Who Restore Them

North Queensland has some astounding claims to fame. It is home to Australia's largest fossil site (Riversleigh), the country's only…

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