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15 Mar 2026

Sean Dooley: Rat Poisons Killing Australia’s Birds

Animals, Natural Sciences

Rat bait might seem like a quick solution to pests, but powerful rodenticides can move up the food chain and kill native wildlife. Sean Dooley explains how these poisons are affecting Australian owls, why conservation groups say current regulations do not go far enough, and what households can do to protect birds.

Guest: Sean Dooley, National Public Affairs Manager, BirdLife Australia

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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15 Mar 2026

Associate Professor Micah Goldwater: Why Rational People Still Believe in Superstitions

Popular Culture, Social Sciences, Society & Culture

Most of us consider ourselves rational, yet superstitions still shape everyday behaviour. Psychologist Micah Goldwater explains why scientific thinking and ...

15 Mar 2026

Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne: Why Some Gen Z Men Are Returning to Traditional Gender Views

LGBTIQA+ Community, Popular Culture, Social Media, Society & Culture

New research suggests some Gen Z men are expressing more traditional views about gender roles than older generations. Associate Professor ...

15 Mar 2026

Ben Cork: What the Pride in Sport Survey Reveals About Inclusion in Australian Sport

LGBTIQA+ Community, Professional, Society & Culture, Sports & Recreation

New results from the Pride in Sport Index survey reveal how LGBTQIA+ players, coaches and volunteers are experiencing sport across ...