August is Platypus Month: Citizen scientists help monitor local populations

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Healesville Sanctuary, Victoria, Australia. — Platypus Month is an annual community monitoring initiative led by Upper Murrumbidgee Waterwatch, helping to build a better understanding of platypus populations and the health of local waterways. Credit: Jason Edwards/Getty Images

During Platypus Month this month, an annual community-led survey is being conducted along the Murrumbidgee River in and around Canberra to monitor platypus populations. Meanwhile, at the Australian National University (ANU), University House has reopened this month following a major restoration. This week on Australia Wide, Emi Hazelwood reports from Canberra.

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Published 11 August 2026 6:00pm

Presented by Yumi Oba

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During Platypus Month this month, an annual community-led survey is being conducted along the Murrumbidgee River in and around Canberra to monitor platypus populations. Meanwhile, at the Australian National University (ANU), University House has reopened this month following a major restoration. This week on Australia Wide, Emi Hazelwood reports from Canberra.

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