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.
NSW Department of Education to publish public school capacity for non-local students from 2026. Find out which Illawarra schools have space and the new transparent enrolment system.
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.
Melrose High School rejected dozens of out-of-area applications despite capacity, as ACT introduces enrolment caps to balance student numbers across government schools. Read the full story.
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.
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.
Three men were rescued from a capsized vessel off Shoal Bay after encountering large waves. Marine police responded to the early morning incident on January 1.
The illegal spearing of a protected blue groper on the Central Coast has reignited community fury and calls for a marine protected area near Terrigal. Discover why this 'puppy dog of the sea' is so vulnerable.
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.
Police renew search for a woman missing in remote South Australia. Concerns mount as authorities seek public help to locate her. Follow the latest updates.
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.
Two 15-year-old girls arrested over alleged assault of a 13-year-old at Mordialloc Beach. Police seek witnesses and the man who intervened. Incident followed chaotic teen brawl at same location.
A desperate search for a 34-year-old fisherman missing from Shell Cove's Bushrangers Bay has been scaled back. Emergency services combed the area for two days without success.
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.
Newcastle's nationally significant maritime heritage collection is homeless as its lease expires in March 2026. Councillors clash over accountability and solutions for the 8,500-item cache.
A beloved Townsville institution, The Heritage Exchange, is closing its doors after three decades. Discover the story behind its legacy and what's next for the iconic building.
A beloved 80-year-old rain tree in Cairns, deemed dangerous, must be removed. The extensive root damage has also condemned the adjacent family home, leaving owners devastated.