First King Cobras Born in Australia in 16 Years
The Australian Reptile Park celebrates a major milestone with the successful breeding of king cobras, marking the first time the species has been born in Australia in 16 years.
The Australian Reptile Park celebrates a major milestone with the successful breeding of king cobras, marking the first time the species has been born in Australia in 16 years.
A severe storm system is approaching the Hunter Region, prompting warnings for residents to prepare for heavy rainfall, potential flooding, and hazardous conditions. Live updates provide the latest developments.
A Mission Australia coffee van project in Townsville that provides support and employment for homeless youth has secured crucial government funding to continue its operations.
A southwest surge has driven intense rain and storms over North Queensland, with Magnetic Island recording 131mm and Toomulla 79mm, causing localised flooding and disruptions.
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RecommendedAcross Australia, the free weekly Parkrun events are quietly transforming neighbourhoods. In Canberra's Woden district, this simple 5km ritual has become vital civic infrastructure, fostering connection in an era of urban isolation.
Mandurah detectives are appealing for public assistance after a stolen Ford Ranger was set alight, sparking a bushfire in Cardup that burned 3 hectares and damaged a building.
A tropical low developing into a category two cyclone is set to hit Western Australia's Pilbara region, bringing destructive winds up to 140km/h, flash flooding, and dangerous storm tides.
A large pile of garbage dumped by a rubbish truck caught fire in the Melville Tennis Centre carpark in Perth's south, with children playing nearby as firefighters quickly contained the blaze.
A significant emergency response is underway at Nelly Bay Marina on Magnetic Island, with authorities investigating an unfolding incident that has prompted a major alert.
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RecommendedQuick-thinking passersby in Clifton Springs, Geelong, fought a fierce house fire using buckets of water before firefighters arrived, preventing further damage.
A significant fire at a Mayfield unit required more than 20 firefighters to respond. The blaze caused structural damage but was contained without spreading to other dwellings.
A devastating house fire in Bushland Beach has resulted in the deaths of two young girls, Hallie and Evie, who succumbed to their injuries after the blaze. Emergency services responded to the incident, but the children could not be saved.
A Townsville house fire has tragically claimed the lives of two young girls, Hallie, 2, and Evie, 13, after they were pulled from their Bushland Beach home. Their mother, a local nurse, and two brothers survived the non-suspicious blaze.
A significant fire is actively burning south of Nerong within the Myall Lakes National Park area, prompting ongoing live updates from local authorities and emergency services.
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RecommendedA Cairns man who illegally poached sacred green tree pythons from Cape York faces potential imprisonment and a substantial fine for his actions.
Residents of Palm Cove in Cairns are reporting increased dingo sightings, prompting community concerns and calls for action from local authorities to ensure safety.
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A $10,000 donation from energy company JERA Australia has rescued Meals on Wheels WA from potential closure, ensuring continued meal delivery and wellbeing checks for vulnerable older Western Australians.
Discover how to cultivate edible water plants like kangkong, water chestnut, and Lebanese watercress in small spaces. Learn their benefits for biodiversity and your kitchen.
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RecommendedA significant bushfire in South Australia has destroyed multiple structures and caused widespread power outages, with emergency services battling the blaze as it continues to burn.
Cairns residents can expect a mix of sunshine and showers today, with a maximum temperature of 28°C and light winds. The forecast includes possible afternoon storms and high humidity.
Townsville residents can expect a beautiful day with sunny conditions and warm temperatures. The forecast includes clear skies and light winds, perfect for outdoor activities.
Geelong residents can expect a pleasant day with sunny skies and mild temperatures. The forecast includes light winds and low humidity, making it ideal for outdoor activities.
A tropical cyclone warning has been issued for Western Australia's Kimberley and Pilbara coasts, with residents urged to prepare for 120km/h winds, heavy rain, and flash flooding this weekend.
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RecommendedPerth residents face a prolonged heatwave with temperatures climbing into the mid-30s, particularly affecting inland suburbs. The Bureau of Meteorology warns of extreme UV levels and minimal relief.
A fishing charter operator captured rare footage of a huge 700kg leatherback sea turtle feeding in Port Stephens, highlighting the area's thriving marine ecosystem.
A truck crash on the Flinders Highway has caused a major power outage affecting half of Charters Towers, with emergency services responding and repairs underway.
A Geelong fisherman experienced a remarkable two-hour encounter with a four-metre great white shark off Victoria's Surf Coast, describing the animal as calm and inquisitive rather than aggressive.
Police continue excavating bones discovered at Newcastle Golf Club, with an anthropologist and Aboriginal land council assisting the investigation into possible links to historical middens.
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RecommendedA video has emerged showing a crocodile swimming close to a popular beach in Townsville, raising safety concerns among locals and authorities.