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New geological discoveries in the mineral rich Jenolan Caves have reignited interest and sparked discussion about the region’s history.

The Papunya paintings are an Australian national treasure and the Australian Museum's most impressive collection of western desert art.

This week, CEO and Executive Director Kim McKay speaks with Creative Producer, Keren Ruki about the significance of the Pacific Collections.

The global trade in wildlife threatens more than just rhinos, elephants and tigers: amphibians are also at risk

Searching for Guadalcanal's lost mammals and a new period of scientific expedition in Solomon Islands

Join long rider Tim Cope for an evening on the Eurasian Steppe.

The story of one little birds encounter with a helicopter and its legacy of helping humans to avoid such encounters in the future.

Volunteers, staff, sponsors and colleagues enjoyed cocktails under the whale to celebrate five fantastic years of DigiVol.

This week on the AM podcast, CEO and Director Kim McKay speaks to ornithologist Dr Richard Major about the plight of native birds in Sydney.

Mid-2016 the digital team performed user evaluation of our latest mobile beacon project and had some interesting findings.

The Australian Museum is thrilled to celebrate five years of our innovative volunteer digitisation program

Pieces of remarkable ceremonial tradition in the south coast of Papua New Guinea.

A live panel discussion with former Eureka Prize winners and Trailblazers of Science, hosted by Robyn Williams.

Professor Tanya Monro tells of her Eureka Prize experience and the impact of the win for her and her research team.

Have you ever wondered how large fish specimens are stored here in the Australian Museum collections?