Cairns mum's girls' night ruined by maggot invasion
A Cairns mother's quiet evening turned into a horror scene when thousands of maggots rained from her ceiling. Read her shocking story and the council's response.
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WA Solar Battery Rebates Spark Surge in Outer Suburbs
Western Australia's battery rebate scheme is driving a solar storage boom, with outer suburbs installing 70% of systems. See how households are slashing bills.
WA Families Skipping Meals as Cost of Living Bites
New data reveals WA's cost of living crisis is forcing families to choose between food and bills, with smoking rates also rising. Doctors are sounding the alarm. Read the full report.
CSIRO scientist tracks rare fly from pit toilets to Black Mountain
CSIRO entomologist Keith Bayless hunts a rare fly, Clisa australis, from NSW caves to Canberra's bushland. Its rediscovery could unlock secrets to protect Australia's vital crops from pest species. Read the full story.
Just 10% of Aussies Happy with Living Standards
A new survey reveals a deepening cost of living crisis in Australia, with only 10% satisfied. Experts warn 2026 could be even tougher. Read the full analysis.
Worst WA fly season in 40 years due to missing dung beetles
Western Australia faces its worst fly plague in four decades after a wet winter created ideal breeding conditions. Discover why dung beetles are missing in action and when relief might come.
Millions in funding for Townsville pest control
Townsville and Burdekin landholders secure $2.5 million in federal funding to combat invasive weeds and pests, protecting vital agricultural land and the Great Barrier Reef.
Summer Becomes Unaffordable Luxury for Australians
Rising costs threaten classic Australian summer activities as families struggle with inflation. Discover which traditions are becoming unattainable and why.
Empty Bedrooms Cost Families $1000 Weekly
Australian families are losing up to $1000 weekly by keeping spare bedrooms empty. New data reveals the staggering cost of underutilised housing space nationwide.
Greens plan to ban household gas in South Australia
SA Greens unveil $382 million plan to phase out household gas appliances by 2026 election. Bold climate action targets algal blooms and emissions.
Jackie French's Guide to Australian Garden Pests
Australian author Jackie French shares her wisdom on managing garden pests like wallabies and caterpillars. Discover natural pest control methods and learn when to embrace wildlife in your garden.
Australian man jailed for rushing Ariana Grande in Singapore
An Australian serial pest has been sentenced to nine days in jail after invading the yellow carpet at the Wicked premiere and rushing pop star Ariana Grande in Singapore.
Perth's new quarantine plan for shot-hole borer beetle
Perth enters a new quarantine phase to manage the invasive shot-hole borer beetle. Authorities shift from eradication to long-term containment. Learn how this affects you.
Perth homeowners pay for borer tree management
Perth property owners will soon bear the cost of managing polyphagous shot-hole borer infested trees as government shifts from eradication to management strategy.
Serial pest targets Ariana Grande at premiere
Australian serial pest Johnson Wen breached security at the Wicked premiere in Singapore, rushing Ariana Grande. Co-star Cynthia Erivo intervened. Watch the video.
Net Zero Targets Hurting Australian Households
Western Australia's opposition leader warns unattainable net zero targets are driving up living costs. Learn how energy policies impact household budgets.
Why Your Power Bill Isn't Falling With Wholesale Prices
Australian households are getting squeezed as energy retailers pocket savings from falling wholesale electricity prices while consumer bills remain stubbornly high. Discover the real reasons behind this frustrating disconnect in our exclusive investigatio
Geelong uses drones to fight disease-carrying mosquitoes
Geelong launches innovative drone program to combat mosquito populations and prevent Ross River virus outbreaks in a groundbreaking public health initiative.
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