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Deciphering the ‘hidden language’ in fox urine the key to managing invasive predators
LATEST NEWS  2 Jun 2026

Deciphering the ‘hidden language’ in fox urine the key to managing invasive predators

A new research project is investigating how the hidden signals in fox urine can be used to control one of the most significant invasive predators in the country.

Port MacquarieCharles Sturt UniversityGulbali Institute

Of parks and paddocks
OPINION  3 Jun 2026

Of parks and paddocks

A Charles Sturt University environmental expert argues that a cross-tenure, large-scale plan to control invasive species and give local species a fighting chance in Australia is long overdue for genuine investment.

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Professor Dominic O'Sullivan profile

Professor Dominic O'Sullivan

SPECIALTY TOPICS: Political Science, Self-Determination, New Zealand, Citizenship

Professor in Political Science Dominic O’Sullivan is a prominent political scientist and sought‑after media commentator on Australian, New Zealand and international politics. With more than 1,000 broadcast and print interviews, he offers authoritative analysis on elections, democratic practice and Indigenous policy.

His research shapes national debate on Indigenous governance, citizenship and public sector reform, informing inquiries, UN expert bodies and the International Labour Organisation.

A co‑developer of Critical Tiriti Analysis, his work guides major New Zealand government agencies and is increasingly used in Australia.

A prolific public intellectual, he has authored nine books, over 60 academic papers and more than 130 media articles.

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