Western Australia's 2026 Australian of the Year recipients have been revealed, honouring leaders in mental health, youth advocacy, Indigenous employment, and environmental science. Meet the inspiring individuals driving change across the state.
The Chamber of Minerals and Energy WA accuses the Australian Conservation Foundation of grossly exaggerating Rio Tinto's approved vegetation clearing. Get the facts on the Pilbara dispute.
A campaign to protect Cairns' micro-bats has seen a positive step, with a new bridge design incorporating roosting boxes. Read how locals are fighting for wildlife.
Perth Zoo delights visitors with Inca and Manu, two blue and gold macaws, marking their first display in over a decade. Discover their unique stories and see them now.
A rare titan arum, nicknamed 'Smellanie', is about to bloom at Adelaide Botanic Gardens. Witness this endangered botanical wonder's spectacular and smelly display this weekend.
University of Wollongong research using fossil teeth proves some ancient rock wallabies travelled over 60km, challenging the view they are isolated homebodies. This has crucial implications for modern conservation strategies to protect genetic diversity.
NSW Police ramp up summer safety with Operation Safer Sands, using unmarked 4WDs and trail bikes at Stockton and Samurai beaches. Nearly 440 vehicles checked over the weekend.
Conservationists are alarmed as the Queensland government scraps a ban on shooting spectacled flying foxes, putting the endangered species at greater risk. Urgent action is needed to protect our native wildlife.
Wildlife warrior Robert Irwin returns to Australia Zoo with his Dancing with the Stars mirror ball trophy, playfully teasing sister Bindi and revealing his dance partner is visiting soon.
A Canberra conservationist is creating a 'conservation fur' fashion line from invasive fox pelts, aiming to fund culling and protect Australia's native mammals from extinction.
A lifesaving sprinkler system for Geelong's vulnerable grey-headed flying fox colony is delayed, risking mass deaths in extreme heat. Urgent action is needed to protect this crucial species.
A drowned platypus entangled in fishing line has prompted urgent calls for better protection of local waterways and a ban on fishing in platypus habitats. The incident highlights growing threats to Australia's unique wildlife.
A drowned platypus found entangled in fishing tackle in the Queanbeyan River has heightened concerns for the vulnerable species. New 'Tangle Bins' aim to protect wildlife.
Queensland's tourism chief calls for increased visitation to fund conservation of the Great Barrier Reef, following its prestigious 'World's Best Tourism Attraction' win. Discover how tourism fuels protection.
Terri Irwin honours Steve Irwin's legacy with rare photos of their beloved cockatoo, Occa. See how the family continues his conservation mission worldwide.
A new report warns clearing trees in Canberra's Jacka suburb should be avoided after a significant koala sighting. Conservationists call for transparency as development plans stall.
A new wildlife sanctuary in Bundanoon, spearheaded by Peter Lewis and John Creighton, aims to research koala health and eventually reintroduce them to Morton National Park. The community-driven project has a $10 million vision.
Queanbeyan snake rescuer Viviean Laycock survived two venomous bites, losing her sense of smell, but continues saving snakes and educating the public. Discover her story and why calls are rising.
Witness North America's largest congregation of bald eagles in BC's Harrison River. Up to 50,000 raptors feast on salmon runs in an incredible wildlife spectacle. Plan your visit.
A chance encounter over a sick wombat has sparked a $10 million plan to bring koalas back to the Southern Highlands. Discover how a new sanctuary in Bundanoon aims to reverse decades of decline.
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.
The illegal spearing of a beloved blue groper at Terrigal Haven has ignited community anger, leading to a petition for a new marine reserve at Toowoon Bay on the NSW Central Coast.
Staff at the Australian Reptile Park are in the midst of their annual 'wild west rodeo' to retrieve alligator eggs laid on Christmas night. Discover the dangerous and fascinating process.
For the first time, endangered Little Terns have nested on Blacksmiths beach near Newcastle. Conservationists hail the milestone and urge beachgoers to protect the fragile site.
Explore the remarkable recovery of Borneo's INIKEA forest, where a 14,000ha restoration project now offers rare night safaris to see civets, lorises and more. Discover this quiet conservation triumph.
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.
Newcastle councillors have overwhelmingly endorsed a campaign to protect a vast bushland area slated for 4200 homes, aiming to create a new national park to safeguard a rare chlamydia-free koala population.
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.
Cairns Regional Council partners with major hotels to educate visitors on water conservation. The new initiative aims to secure the city's water future amidst tourism growth and climate challenges.
A Cairns local has launched a petition to turn the new Barron River bridge into a bat sanctuary, inspired by a famous US example. Could this solve the city's flying fox problem? Read more.