A Dawesville man has been fined $5000 and banned from owning animals for five years after his elderly Great Dane, Mia, was found in the worst condition RSPCA WA inspectors had ever seen. Report cruelty via 1300 CRUELTY.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
ACT Greens leader Shane Rattenbury criticises NSW's post-Bondi protest laws as a 'knee-jerk reaction' while supporting tighter gun controls and a review of anti-vilification laws in the territory.
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.
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.
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.
Canberra's shooting community reacts to national cabinet's proposed firearms law changes, arguing limits on ownership could harm sport and farming. Read the local impact.
Find your new best friend! The Townsville Animal Care & Adoption Centre has slashed puppy adoption fees to just $99 for a limited time to clear kennels. Act now and give a dog a loving home.
The City of Wanneroo is installing 250 temporary wildlife warning signs on major roads to reduce collisions and protect native species like Carnaby's cockatoos. The $12,000 project aims to combat rising incidents linked to urban development.
Channel 7's AstroTash, who grew up in Melbourne Zoo, shares disturbing details of past fatal lion attacks in Australia following the viral Brazil mauling. Read her unique insight.
A South Australian startup has launched a groundbreaking global satellite network, now tracking animals from space. Discover how this tech is revolutionising conservation.
A frantic community search for a missing German shepherd named Arnie ended in heartbreak. The dog's owner now faces charges as volunteers reveal the costly 'wild goose chase'.
A Queensland man faces amended animal cruelty charges after his dog was found dead in his ute, which he had falsely reported stolen. He could face up to seven years in jail.
South Australian police have arrested more than 30 domestic violence offenders in a targeted statewide operation. The crackdown focused on high-risk perpetrators with outstanding warrants.
WA MP Jessica Page challenges the government's domestic violence response, demanding concrete action beyond symbolic gestures. Read her urgent call for change.
Western Australia faces a domestic violence epidemic with 12,000 incidents reported yearly. Learn about new initiatives and community responses to this critical issue.