Jano Gibson

5 days ago | abc.net.au | Jano Gibson

Lutruwita/Tasmania once had many unique Aboriginal languages, but the impact of colonisation has silenced all but a collection of ancient words. Those surviving words, retrieved from archival materials, now form the palawa kani language of Tasmanian Aboriginal people. Singer-songwriter Dewayne Everettsmith is collaborating with the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra on a new album and concert series featuring the palawa kani language.

2 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Jano Gibson

The future of salmon farming in Tasmania's Macquarie Harbour remains under "active" assessment by the federal government, despite the passing of legislation designed to nullify the issue. Tasmania's salmon industry was relieved, and environmental groups were outraged, when parliament approved contentious amendments to national environmental laws late last month.

2 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Jano Gibson

Tasmania's salmon industry has been embroiled in a series of recent controversies, including mass fish deaths and animal welfare concerns. Some locals in the Huon Valley region say it is causing environmental damage. Supporters argue the industry provides critical economic benefits to the region, and would put many businesses at risk if it were to shut down. Ros and Brett Hickey have run a roadside café about 50 kilometres south of Hobart for almost two decades.

1 month ago | abc.net.au | Jano Gibson

Researchers on Australia's Antarctic icebreaker say some of the sea creatures they have been collecting could be new to science. The RSV Nuyina is partway through a 60-day voyage to the edge of the icy continent — it's first mission dedicated solely to marine science. The expedition is primarily focused on understanding the impact that warmer waters are having on the Denman Glacier, the fastest melting glacier in East Antarctica.

1 month ago | abc.net.au | Jano Gibson

Scientists are trying to identify the best crops and farming techniques for future space travel to the Moon and Mars. They believe mushrooms could be the perfect crop as they can be grown rapidly in confined spaces and provide many health and culinary benefits. Astronauts will try to grow oyster mushrooms in space for the first time when SpaceX's Fram2 mission launches next week.