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Why the HSC biology exam about koala sperm, dead lizards and super salmon had students cheering

Sydney Morning Herald - National · 21 October 2026 at 5:30 pm

Why the HSC biology exam about koala sperm, dead lizards and super salmon had students cheering

Twenty-one dead lizards, genetically modified super salmon and IVF for koalas: this year’s HSC biology exam ticked all the boxes for students.

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