1,600 years ago, climate change hit the Australian Alps. We studied ancient lake mud to learn what happened

  • Written by: Zoë Thomas, ARC DECRA Fellow, UNSW
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If you’ve ever visited Australia’s highest peak — Mount Kosciuszko — you might remember the long uphill trek to the summit past some of Australia’s most picturesque and rugged landscapes. Vibrant snow gums, boardwalks with meadows of exquisite alpine plants, and blinding patches of snow.

As you approach...

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