Student fined $35K for insect smuggling
A 22-year-old international student faces massive penalties after being caught trying to export protected Australian wildlife including tarantulas and beetles from Sydney Airport.
Category : Environment
WA Premier's 'Get It Done' ultimatum on environment laws
Roger Cook demands Senate pass Labor's environmental reforms as crucial vote looms, warning against political games with Australia's future.
Lightning bolt destroys Gold Coast tradie's work ute
A Gold Coast tradie's worst nightmare came true when a single lightning strike turned his work ute into a smouldering wreck during a severe thunderstorm, leaving him without his livelihood.
Shellharbour coastal gem vandalised - community outrage
Outraged Shellharbour residents are demanding action after their beloved coastal sanctuary was trashed with rubbish and graffiti, sparking calls for better protection of local natural treasures.
Police Dog Duke tracks down alleged car thief in Cairns
A Queensland police dog named Duke has tracked down an alleged car thief following a series of fuel and liquor thefts across Cairns suburbs in a dramatic overnight operation.
Captain Cook Highway Night Works After Cyclone Damage
Critical overnight repair operations are set to begin on Far North Queensland's Captain Cook Highway following significant cyclone damage. Get the latest on travel impacts and repair timelines.
Esk stallholders injured amid wild SEQ weather
Southeast Queensland communities are preparing for another round of severe weather while injured stallholders from the Esk markets face a painful recovery journey after being struck by flying debris.
Palm Island Bushfire: QFES Battles Farm Road Blaze
Queensland Fire and Emergency Services are responding to a significant bushfire burning on Palm Island, with multiple crews working to contain the blaze threatening local vegetation.
WA Premier demands BOM probe after $41m website failure
Western Australia's leader calls for urgent probe into Bureau of Meteorology's disastrous $41 million website upgrade that left farmers and emergency services in the dark during critical weather events.
Point Lonsdale locals fight to restore iconic lookout views
A determined community campaign is fighting to restore the disappearing lookout views at Point Lonsdale's historic lighthouse precinct, battling overgrown vegetation that's blocking the famous coastline panorama.
Townsville police officer injured in stolen car incident
A Townsville police officer has been hospitalised after a dramatic stolen vehicle incident in Rosslea that saw multiple cars stolen and a dangerous police pursuit through suburban streets.
Mandurah mother firebombed twice, suffers horrific burns
A Mandurah mother suffers horrific burns after her home and car were deliberately set alight in two separate firebombing attacks within one week, leaving the community in shock.
Lizard Island death: Superyacht questioned in Cairns
Exclusive details emerge as Queensland police question superyacht crew following the tragic death of a 73-year-old woman during a Lizard Island diving excursion. The investigation continues.
Endangered Grey Nurse Shark Rescued in Queensland
Marine rescuers perform dramatic operation to free critically endangered grey nurse shark from fishing line entanglement in Queensland waters.
Missing Canberra teen: Police issue urgent public appeal
ACT Policing makes desperate public plea for information regarding missing Canberra teenager Isabella Merten, last seen in Harrison on Monday morning.
Nazi symbol scratched on veteran's son's Tesla in Perth
The son of a World War II veteran has spoken out after discovering a Nazi symbol scratched into his family's Tesla while parked at a Perth shopping centre, calling the act 'disgusting' and 'personal'.
Illawarra donor's 650 blood gifts save 2000 lives
Meet Barbara Street, the Illawarra grandmother whose incredible 65-year blood donation journey has made her one of Australia's most prolific donors, saving countless lives across NSW.
Geelong Soaked: 192mm Downpour After 30C Heat
Geelong and the Bellarine Peninsula experience dramatic weather whiplash as torrential overnight rain follows a hot summer day, causing localised flooding and disruption.
Newcastle Crash Creates Traffic Chaos on Industrial Drive
Major delays hit Newcastle's southbound traffic after serious crash on Industrial Drive. Emergency services on scene causing significant disruptions for afternoon commuters.
Australia's east coast braces for wild weather system
Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane residents are being warned to prepare for another round of severe weather as an extensive cloud system sweeps across Australia's eastern states, bringing heavy rain and potential flooding.
Illawarra Traffic Chaos: Live Crash Updates & Delays
Breaking news from the Illawarra Mercury traffic blog: Multiple vehicle collisions and significant delays are causing major disruptions across the region's road network this afternoon.
Man charged for wheelchair user assault at Newcastle hotel
A man has been charged after an alleged violent attack on a wheelchair-bound patron at King Street Hotel in Newcastle CBD, leaving the community demanding better protection for people with disabilities.
Coca-Cola Community Grants 2024: Transform Your Local Club
Local sports clubs and community groups across Australia can apply for Coca-Cola's $5,000 grants to fund equipment, programs, and facility upgrades. Applications close March 31st.
Melbourne Dad Fights Off Machete Home Invaders
A courageous Melbourne father bravely defended his family against masked intruders armed with machetes in a violent home invasion, while NSW and QLD brace for severe storms.
Fake gun terror at Cairns shopping centre
A Cairns shopping centre was thrown into chaos when a man armed with a replica firearm targeted teenagers in a terrifying daylight incident that has left the community shaken.
Warm waters spark early deadly stinger threat
Experts warn that a dangerous combination of warm ocean temperatures and early rainfall could create perfect conditions for deadly box jellyfish and Irukandji to appear weeks ahead of schedule in Cairns waters.
Canberra transport chaos: Bridge closure, tram delays hit city
Major transport disruptions hit Canberra as Commonwealth Avenue Bridge closure and light rail delays create perfect storm for commuters. What you need to know about the ongoing chaos.
Canberra's sewer crisis: Tree roots cause thousands of blockages
The ACT faces a growing crisis as invasive tree roots cause millions in damage to sewer systems, with thousands of blockages reported annually. Discover how Canberra is fighting back against nature's underground invasion.
Australia's Social Reconnection: Reviving Community Spaces
Discover how Australia is breathing new life into local parks, libraries and community centres to combat loneliness and strengthen social bonds in the post-pandemic era.
WA Summer Drowning Scare: Shocking Stats Revealed
New data exposes alarming near-drowning incidents across Western Australia during last summer, with children and river locations posing the highest risk.
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