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A Change in the Weather

We live between weather and climate – between the daily experience of nature and our attempts to discern the patterns and regularities that define an Australian climate. In this land of extremes, where climatic variability is the norm, we are constantly challenged by the experience of change.

Posted 01 January 2005 † tim § edited books § weather ‡ Comments (0) ° Also tagged: , , , , ,

Atomic wonderland

The development and use of the atomic bomb was a turning point in history. It seems so obvious—the world was changed, a new age dawned. But this was not the first turning point, nor the last. History is littered with critical moments, crossroads, watersheds and points of decision. Each brings a new sense of urgency, [...]

Posted 31 July 2003 † tim § atomic age § history of australian science § theses ‡ Comments (2) ° Also tagged: , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,