October 2024 - Victoria's Natural Ecosystems
Victoria is home to a diverse range of environments, which vary based on factors like local climate, water availability, elevation, geology, geomorphology, soils, and others. In turn, these environments are home to different ecosystems, comprising all manner of life that have lived in these niches for centuries. This month, we take a look at some of these different ecosystems, and how we might value and protect them.
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Victoria generates nearly 45% of its electricity from wind, solar and hydro power and appears well on the way to meeting government targets. But, there are still many challenges to overcome.
Australians are living longer. The whole nation is ageing. But how we age is not just a matter for senior citizens. The latest research shows that making the right lifestyle choices when we are young increases the chances of a healthy old age. And the findings are remarkable consistent. It’s all based around exercise, diet, sleep and social connections. Read all about it in this issue of Science Victoria.