Choosing a Dog Over a Baby: My Non-Negotiable Motherhood
A Cairns woman explains her deliberate choice of pet motherhood over having human children, challenging societal norms and embracing a fulfilling life with her dog.
A Cairns woman explains her deliberate choice of pet motherhood over having human children, challenging societal norms and embracing a fulfilling life with her dog.
Explore The Village Retirement Group's award-winning approach to luxury independent living for over-65s in South East Queensland. Discover how their resident-first model is redefining retirement.
Discover why the bayside suburb of Manly in Queensland is attracting retirees with its coastal lifestyle, strong community, and luxury villages like The Village Manly. Explore the perfect blend of serenity and convenience.
Pet Insurance Australia warns of summer vet emergencies. Learn key tips to protect your dog from dehydration, sand impaction, and hot sand at Australian beaches.
Nestle Australia issues a precautionary recall for specific Alfamino Infant Formula batches due to potential cereulide toxin contamination. Parents urged to check dates and batch numbers.
Townsville's First Dog, a beloved local celebrity, is safely home after a dramatic escape sparked a massive community search. Read the full story of the rescue.
Bec Judd has playfully shut down pregnancy chatter after joking about a 'pavlova baby' during a summer escape in regional Victoria. The influencer clarified it was just holiday indulgence.
Australian pet owners are saving big on StormHero's top-selling orthopedic dog bed, now reduced to $59.49. Featuring memory foam and a washable cover, it's perfect for pets of all ages.
A Mandurah family welcomed WA's first baby of 2026 at Peel Health Campus. Meanwhile, Rockingham General Hospital recorded its busiest festive season for births. Discover the top baby names in WA.
A man in his 40s has died in a Berkeley unit fire, with police declaring a crime scene. Fire investigators and an accelerant detection dog are probing the suspicious blaze. Read the latest details.
Relive May 2025 in Canberra: David Smith narrowly holds Bean against Jessie Price, and the Lanyon community saves its beloved Point Hut Dog Exercise Area. See the gallery.
New data reveals a stark trend in the Hunter: dog registrations are exploding while birth rates fall. Meet locals choosing 'fur babies' and explore the numbers behind this societal shift.
The alarming decline of spin bowling in Test cricket, highlighted by recent Ashes tactics, demands urgent ICC intervention to protect the sport's future and inspire the next generation.
Potentially deadly algal blooms have been detected at multiple South Australian beaches. Authorities issue an urgent warning to dog owners to keep pets away from the water. Learn which locations are affected and the critical symptoms to watch for.
A toxic algal bloom has hit South Australian beaches, posing a deadly risk to dogs. Authorities urge owners to keep pets away from water and know the symptoms.
Noah and Isla are Western Australia's most popular baby names for 2025, as traditional choices hold strong. Discover the regional favourites and surprising shifts in the official list.
Geelong Hospital celebrates the arrival of Knox, the region's first baby of 2024. Born to proud parents, his birth brings joy and marks a special New Year's Day.
A Charters Towers couple are celebrating the arrival of their son, Townsville's first baby of 2026. Born at Townsville University Hospital, the healthy boy arrived just after midnight.
Meet baby Ivy, Perth's first newborn of 2026, delivered at King Edward Memorial Hospital. Her parents describe her as a special gift, making their New Year's celebration unforgettable.
Meet Azhani Khysa, the first baby born in the ACT in 2026. Her name carries a beautiful family tradition and Swahili meaning. Discover the heartwarming story of her Belconnen parents.
Discover why the bayside suburb of Manly in Queensland is fast becoming Australia's favourite retirement spot, offering coastal luxury, community, and award-winning villages like The Village Manly.
A baby boy has been airlifted to hospital with facial injuries after a dog attack in Bateau Bay. The incident follows a spate of similar attacks across NSW. Read the latest details.
A Staffordshire Bull Terrier-Mastiff cross attacked two walkers before entering a home and ambushing a teenage boy in Raymond Terrace. Police euthanised the dog.
A teenage boy and two adults were injured in a serious dog attack in Raymond Terrace. Police euthanised the loose Staffordshire Bull Terrier-Mastiff cross. Read the latest details.
A Staffordshire Bull Terrier-Mastiff cross attacked two walkers before entering a home and ambushing a teenage boy in Raymond Terrace. Police euthanised the dog.
Oliver and Charlotte are South Australia's favourite baby names for 2025. Discover the full list of trending and classic choices for boys and girls.
Discover the best Illawarra pubs and breweries where you can bring your dog this summer. From ocean views to craft beer, find your perfect spot.
Luna loses top spot for dogs to Daisy in the ACT's 2025 pet registration data, but remains queen of the cats. See the full list of popular names and breeds.
Evelyn and Oliver are Canberra's most popular baby names for 2025, as royal-inspired choices decline. Discover the latest trends and historical data from the ACT birth registry.
Zolile Ganya-Jones arrived at 4am on December 25, becoming the first baby born on Christmas Day at Canberra Women's and Children's Hospital. New parents Juanita Ganya and Hugo Jones share their festive joy.