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.
A touching video from the Boddington bushfire shows volunteer firefighters giving water to two rescued joeys. The blaze burnt over 4100 hectares. Watch the wholesome moment.
A key bridge on the Fernleigh Track near Whitebridge has been closed after vandals set it alight, marking the latest in a spate of destructive acts across Lake Macquarie. A detour is in place.
Three corellas have died after becoming trapped in football nets at Bannockburn. Wildlife rescuers urge the public to secure or remove nets to prevent further tragedies.
Shocking video captures a massive, unidentified crocodile crossing a bridge in Far North Queensland. Locals and experts are stunned by the size of the reptile. Watch the footage and learn about crocodile safety.
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.
Canberra's leading snake expert urges residents to reconsider calling for removal unless the snake is trapped. Learn when to act and how to coexist safely.
A critical 17-metre floodgate on Adelaide's Patawalonga River was left open for days, endangering a vital dolphin nursery. Authorities are investigating the serious breach.
A spectacular and rare double bloom of the world's largest flower, the Titan Arum, has occurred at a private Cairns residence. Witness the 'Corpse Flower' phenomenon.
A Shoalhaven hiker survived an eastern brown snake bite thanks to quick first aid. Local snake catchers report a bumper season for the deadly reptiles. Learn the vital steps to stay safe.
A coastal carpet python native to Queensland was found on the NSW Central Coast after an eight-hour car journey. Experts warn of snakes in vehicles as temperatures rise.
Police have discovered the body of 37-year-old Christopher Bonds in Old Bar bushland, three weeks after he was reported missing. A report is being prepared for the Coroner.
A body discovered near Old Bar in NSW has ended the search for a 37-year-old man missing since December 9. Police investigations into his disappearance are ongoing.
A 16-year-old from Fassifern has landed a colossal 55cm bream on Christmas Day, believed to be one of the biggest ever caught in Lake Macquarie. Read the full story of this remarkable catch.
Police hold grave concerns for Trisha Graf, 41, missing in the SA outback for over two weeks. Her car was found abandoned near Blue Dam. Aerial search efforts have now resumed.
A large great white shark was caught and released by fisheries officers off Victoria's Thirteenth Beach. The incident highlights ongoing marine patrols and safety measures.
A South Coast woman has been discharged from Wollongong Hospital after being bitten twice by a large brown snake. She publicly thanked the emergency crews and locals who saved her life.
Massive saltwater crocodiles at a Queensland sanctuary have begun their annual breeding season, marked by a unique bubble-blowing courtship display. Keepers are on high alert.
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.
A rare botanical event is unfolding in Cairns as four Amorphophallus titanum, or corpse flowers, prepare to bloom simultaneously. Witness this stinky spectacle at the Botanic Gardens!
A man has been arrested following the alleged stabbing death of a 35-year-old in Laramba on Boxing Day. Police investigations continue as Major Crime detectives join the case.
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.
A 35-year-old man has died after an alleged stabbing in the remote community of Laramba, 205km west of Alice Springs. Police are investigating and urge anyone with information to come forward.
Tim the Yowie Man embarks on a day of forced inactivity on the NSW South Coast, ditching his phone, books, and cricket to discover the surprising wildlife parade that comes when you simply sit still.
A Throsby resident found a venomous tiger snake in his garage on Christmas Eve. Expert Gavin Smith safely removed the uncommon urban visitor, highlighting snake safety and respect.
A shark alert is in place for Nanarup Beach near Albany after a whale carcass was spotted floating close to shore on Christmas morning. Beachgoers urged to exercise extreme caution.
A dramatic police operation in Cairns ended after a man fled into crocodile-prone Trinity Inlet. The incident involved a stolen vehicle and a tense standoff. Read the full details.
Perth Zoo's beloved orangutans received special early Christmas gifts filled with treats, part of vital enrichment and conservation efforts for the critically endangered species. Visit to see them this Christmas.
A Perth scuba diver recounts a terrifying 10-minute ordeal with a great white shark at Ocean Reef. He was rammed into the seabed and hid as his oxygen ran low. Read his incredible survival story.
A 71-year-old man has been found dead in a cabin at the BIG4 Port Willunga Tourist Park. A 49-year-old Aldinga man has been charged with murder in what police say was not a random attack. Read the latest.