Your guide to Perth's best events this week, from basketball's HoopsFest at RAC Arena to free summer concerts and the Supreme Court Nights carnival. Discover dates, tickets, and must-see highlights.
A Canberra motorist has received a suspended jail term for deliberately hitting and killing two kangaroos in acts a magistrate labelled 'callous, inhumane and cruel'. Read the full court details.
As scorching heat grips Australia, wildlife rescuers issue an urgent plea to help animals survive. Learn how to provide water, shade, and what to do if you find a distressed native animal or pet.
As Australia braces for a scorching summer, Ninja's innovative appliances offer perfect solutions for homemade ice cream, BBQ feasts, easy cooking, and keeping cool. Discover the top products to stay refreshed.
The Hunter RSPCA shelter in Rutherford has welcomed a rare influx of more than 20 mice needing homes. Shelter manager Ashley Gray-Wallis explains why these social creatures are unique low-cost pets.
As temperatures soar past 40°C in NSW, animal welfare inspectors issue a stark warning: leaving pets in cars can be fatal within minutes. Learn how to protect your best friend this summer.
The WA Government unveils a $100 million low-interest loan scheme to help aged care providers build new beds and upgrade facilities. Learn how this initiative tackles the critical shortage.
A critical shortage of veterinary services is leaving hundreds of thousands of Australians and their pets in the lurch. Discover the regions most affected and what's being done.
An ECU research choir uses Italian songs to reconnect elderly migrants with dementia to their homeland, improving wellbeing and sparking cherished memories. Discover the power of music.
A Canberra man, allegedly drunk and lonely, has been denied bail after being accused of kicking a bullmastiff and attempting to douse it with petrol. Read the full court details.
Spice expert Ian Hemphill shares three quick and delicious recipes to impress your guests this summer. Learn how to make a Watermelon & Haloumi Salad, Virgin Mojitos, and a Tomato Tart.
Gardening expert Charlie Albone shares his top tips for a low-maintenance, resilient garden this Australian summer. Learn smart watering, mulching, and care strategies to enjoy your outdoor space.
A truck driver was hospitalised after a serious collision with a large animal on the Bruce Highway near Townsville. Emergency services responded to the scene.
A shocking case of animal cruelty in Cairns as a wallaby is found with its paws bound and a beer can in its pouch. Police urge anyone with information to come forward.
Oodie's popular Boxing Day sale is still running with up to 50% off its cooling range. Designed for hot Australian summers, the lightweight, breathable fabrics are a must for heatwave nights. Shop now before stock sells out.
Rhonda Essery of Townsville has been found guilty of illegally killing two greyhounds. The court case highlights serious animal welfare breaches. Read the full story and outcome.
The North Queensland Wildlife Trust has donated $64,800 to fund critical conservation projects, aiming to protect vulnerable native species from extinction. Learn how this funding will make a difference.
Kim and Khloe Kardashian face backlash from PETA after gifting puppies for Christmas. The animal rights group urges adoption from shelters instead. Read the full story.
The world mourns the loss of French cinema icon Brigitte Bardot, who has died at 90. Explore her legendary career, activism, and enduring legacy.
Animal shelters across Queensland are pleading with families to think carefully before adopting a pet for Christmas. Learn why impulse decisions lead to heartbreaking returns.
Suzanne Lupica, charged with murdering a Port Kennedy aged care resident, has been found mentally unfit to stand trial. The WA Supreme Court heard chilling details of the alleged attack. Read the full story.
Western Australia's annual gift drive hits a major milestone, delivering festive cheer and 500 Scitech passes to children and young people in out-of-home care. Discover how the community rallied.
A new bulk-billing Medicare Urgent Care Clinic has opened in Phillip, just 2km from Canberra Hospital, aiming to reduce non-urgent ED presentations and provide free, accessible care seven days a week.
A trip to a local animal farm in Western Australia becomes a profound journey, forcing a journalist to confront the big ethical questions about life, death, and our place in the world. Read the full reflection.
Adelaide Zoo announces the heartbreaking deaths of two Colobus monkeys, bringing recent animal losses to nine. Discover the story behind the losses and the zoo's commitment to animal welfare.
A Melville man has been convicted of animal cruelty after his 2.5kg Chihuahua, Joey, was found with fractures and severe psychological trauma. The RSPCA urges the public to report suspected cruelty.
The City of Cockburn stands by its fox management program despite resident concerns over native wildlife. A new population study will guide future actions. Read the full story.
Get ready for summer with our guide to the top pool party must-haves, from sun protection to speakers and swimwear. Create the perfect Perth poolside vibe.
A 22-year-old Central Coast man has been charged with firearm and aggravated animal cruelty offences following a police investigation into an alleged illegal hunting network in western NSW. Contact Crime Stoppers with information.
A South Australian lung transplant centre celebrates saving 300 lives. Its founder shares in patient joys, from weddings to births, marking profound community impact.