Researchers turn the tide on sea level rise impacts

Matthew Kelly
January 16 2021 - 2:00pm
Bouncing back: The installation of smart gates in a degraded section of the Hunter wetlands resulted in the establishment of saltmarsh over a three year period. Picture: DPIE
Bouncing back: The installation of smart gates in a degraded section of the Hunter wetlands resulted in the establishment of saltmarsh over a three year period. Picture: DPIE

University of Newcastle researchers have assisted in a global breakthrough that will help save intertidal wetlands from the impact of rising sea levels caused by climate change.

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Matthew Kelly

Matthew Kelly

Journalist

Matthew Kelly has worked as a journalist for more than 25 years. He has been working as a general reporter at the Newcastle Herald since 2018. In recent years he has reported on subjects including environment, energy, water security, manufacturing and higher education. He has previously covered issues including the health and environmental impacts of uncovered coal wagons in the Hunter Valley, the pollution of legacy of former industrial sites and freedom of information issues.

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