Be the Person Your Dog Thinks You Are in 2026
Adrian Barich shares a heartfelt New Year's resolution for 2026 inspired by canine devotion. Discover the science of how dogs choose their human and why letting them sniff is essential.
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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.
Avoid Costly Vet Bills: Keep Your Dog Safe at the Beach
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.
ACT teachers report daily violence in high school classrooms
Canberra teachers speak out on daily physical assaults and disruptive behaviour in ACT public high schools, as reported incidents surge. Education Minister acknowledges more must be done.
Townsville's First Dog Found Safe After Dramatic Escape
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.
Amazon's #1 Dog Bed on Sale: Memory Foam for $59.49
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.
Man dies in Berkeley unit fire, accelerant dog on scene
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.
Canberra's May 2025: Election drama and community win
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.
Uber passenger ratings: What drivers really think
Rideshare drivers are rating passengers, affecting future ride availability. Discover the key behaviours that impact your score and what this trend means for customer service. Read more.
More Dogs, Fewer Babies: A Hunter Region Trend
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.
Toxic Algal Blooms Prompt Urgent Warning for SA Dog Owners
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.
Toxic Algae Warning for Dog Owners at SA Beaches
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.
How supermarket netting tricks your brain
Experts reveal the clever colour illusion used in fruit packaging to make produce look riper and more appealing, influencing your purchase decisions.
Cling wrap trend returns to Wollongong beaches for NYE
An antisocial trend of using cling wrap to reserve public spaces has returned to Wollongong's Stuart Park for New Year's celebrations, sparking local outrage and calls for better enforcement.
Police give Hunter NYE crowds a good report card
Newcastle and Hunter residents welcomed 2026 with good behaviour, police report. No major incidents marred celebrations, in stark contrast to Sydney's arrests. Read the full report.
Baby Boy Attacked by Dog in Bateau Bay
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.
Three injured in Raymond Terrace dog attack
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.
Boy, two adults injured in NSW dog attack
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.
Three injured in Raymond Terrace dog attack
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.
Top 10 Dog-Friendly Pubs in the Illawarra
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.
Canberra's Top Pet Names & Breeds for 2025 Revealed
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.
The Santa Rally: Real Market Magic or Seasonal Myth?
The ASX's Santa Claus rally is a real phenomenon, with the market up over 4% this December. We explore the data, psychology, and surprising history behind this seasonal surge. Is it astrology or investor behaviour?
$200k Study to Probe WA Motorist Behaviour
The WA Road Safety Commission invests $200,000 in market research to understand risky driver behaviour. The findings aim to shape future road safety campaigns and reduce fatalities.
Adelaide mum avoids jail for classroom throat-slitting threat
An Adelaide mother of six who stormed a classroom and threatened to slit a student's throat over bullying allegations has been given a good behaviour bond. The magistrate condemned her 'bullying' behaviour.
Dog's close encounter with tiger shark at Perth beach
A Groodle named Olive had a heart-stopping face-to-face meeting with a tiger shark in shallow water at a popular Perth dog beach. Drone footage captured the incredible moment, sparking calls for warning signs. #Perth #SharkSafety
Hunter Valley police chase ends with arrest after road spikes, dog squad
A 23-year-old man is assisting police after a dramatic pursuit through Cessnock's wine country, involving road spikes and a police dog squad. Read the full details of the incident.
Hunter puppy Zeus trains for life-changing seeing eye dog role
Meet Zeus, the seven-month-old black Labrador from the Hunter region being raised to become a seeing eye dog for Vision Australia. Discover how volunteer carers are shaping his future.
Man charged over Nazi symbol on boat in Lake Macquarie
A 32-year-old Swansea man faces court over allegedly displaying a prohibited Nazi symbol on a boat in a public place. Police seized two vessels during their investigation.
The science of habits and your subconscious mind
Discover how your subconscious mind shapes daily habits and learn the science-backed strategies, including the 66-day average, to make lasting positive changes in the new year.
Deadly dog virus outbreak spreads across Illawarra
A deadly canine parvovirus outbreak is spreading across the Illawarra, claiming one puppy's life. Vets warn the soil-borne virus can linger for years. Protect your pet now.
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