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Cook Confident on Environmental Law Changes After Fed Talks

Western Australia's Premier Roger Cook announces breakthrough progress on environmental reform following high-level talks with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, promising faster approvals while maintaining strong protections.

NSW Skincare Recall: Banned Microbeads Found

Major beauty recall rocks NSW as nine skincare products containing illegal plastic microbeads are urgently removed from sale. Health authorities issue warning about banned ingredients.

Townsville's Illegal Dumping Crisis Exposed

Shocking discovery of construction materials illegally dumped at popular Bluewater Park exposes Townsville's growing waste crisis. Council takes action amid community outrage.

ACT Assisted Dying Laws Divide Doctors

Canberra doctors are divided over the territory's new voluntary assisted dying legislation, with some medical professionals raising significant ethical concerns about patient safety and palliative care alternatives.

Speirs Dives Into Election With Algal Bloom Plan

South Australian Liberal leader David Speirs makes waves ahead of the 2026 state election, releasing a comprehensive strategy to combat algal blooms in the River Murray while positioning himself as an environmental champion.

Student fined $35K for insect smuggling

A 22-year-old international student faces massive penalties after being caught trying to export protected Australian wildlife including tarantulas and beetles from Sydney Airport.

Girl Crashes E-Bike Into Car in Viral Footage

Disturbing footage of a young girl crashing into a car on an e-bike has ignited urgent calls for regulation as Australia faces growing safety concerns over electric bicycles.

ACT Passes Historic Voluntary Assisted Dying Laws

Discover the emotional journey behind Canberra's groundbreaking voluntary assisted dying legislation, making the ACT the first Australian jurisdiction to pass such laws through its own parliament.

WA's Green Rare Earth Mining Revolution

Western Australia's rare earth mining sector is pioneering environmentally responsible practices that could make the state a global leader in sustainable critical minerals production.

FNQ Council cuts environmental data frequency

FNQ Regional Council defends controversial move to shift from annual to biennial environmental reporting, claiming efficiency gains while critics raise transparency concerns.

Sustainability: Marketing's Unspoken Challenge

New research reveals Australian marketers are struggling to authentically implement sustainability practices, with greenwashing concerns and consumer skepticism creating major challenges for brands trying to go green.

WA cracks down on greenwashing with new mandatory rules

Western Australian businesses face stricter regulations as the state government intensifies its fight against misleading environmental marketing. Discover how new mandatory guidelines will impact local agencies and protect consumers.

Narrabri Gas Land Grab Sparks Legal Battle

Growing controversy surrounds the compulsory acquisition of farmland for Santos' Narrabri Gas Project, with landowners and environmental groups mounting fierce opposition.

Melville's Cat Containment Laws Now in Effect

Melville residents face strict new cat containment rules with hefty fines for non-compliance. Here's what every cat owner needs to know about the controversial new laws.

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