‘Rock star of whale world’ likely still alive: expert
As whale migration season begins on the Queensland coast, there is one famous humpback tourists will be keeping a keen eye out to see.
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Why land burials of whales dig a big hole for the ocean
Nature will be the big winner if Australia stops burying dead whales and gives the mighty creatures sea burials instead, researchers say.
Fears land clearing will lead to tree mammal extinction
A loss of trees and natural hollows is leading to a decline in the mammals that inhabit the spaces in northern Australia, sparking extinction fears.
Shoppers face lies, manipulation in supermarket aisles
So-called 'ocean plastic' is the poster child of greenwashing shams Australian face when they head to the grocery store, a federal inquiry has been told.
Mass stranding kills 29 pilot whales
After an hours-long rescue mission, the majority of a pod of up to 160 whales stranded at a beach in Western Australia have been saved.
‘Wiggly bottoms’ welcome home magpie media star Molly
Molly the magpie has been returned to its carers and dog friends after a long battle with authorities over a permit.
Aussie scientist’s take on the battle of the reptiles
A study led by the University of Queensland has revealed how some lizards have evolved to avoid the deadly neurotoxins of Australia's most venomous snakes.
Rare flock seeks sewage plant tree change
Victoria has recorded its largest group sighting of a grassland bird usually found in northern NSW and parts of Queensland and WA.
Plibersek rejects wetlands project in draft decision
In a draft decision, Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek has refused a development application that would have dredged wetlands east of Brisbane.
Farewell El Nino, say hello to La Nina
El Nino conditions are beginning to shift across Australia to a more neutral weather system that may change to a La Nina later this year.
Huge croc caught after evading capture for a month
A nearly four-metre-long crocodile stalked domestic animals on the edge of a private property, sparking a call to authorities to remove it.
Industry clamps as Asian honey bee nest found at port
Beekeepers are on high alert after an invasive Asian honey bee nest, which can carry a destructive mite, was found at a busy port.
Big fine for owner who ripped out mangroves for road
A Queensland man has been fined almost $145,000 for clearing a path through protected national park to make a road to his property.
New images show extent of Barrier Reef coral bleaching
New footage has been released showing widespread coral bleaching on the Great Barrier Reef, spanning 1100km from Lizard Island to the Keppel Islands.
Mite species harmful to bee industry detected at port
An invasive species that can wipe out honey bees has been detected at a Queensland port, sparking anxiety among keepers after hives were infected across NSW.
‘Like winning Eurovision’: interpretive dance scientist
A Sydney-based biologist has taken out a global award that asks scientists to harness the power of interpretive dance to convey complex research.
New classification system for reef coral bleaching
A new classification system similar to the one measuring tropical cyclones is set to be used for coral bleaching on the Great Barrier Reef.
Genomic tools show innovative Indigenous agriculture
Research shows Aboriginal people increased the spread of bunya pine, which have held cultural significance for thousands of years, following colonisation.
Croc shock as reptile found cooped up in chook pen
A crocodile has been discovered in a backyard chicken coop after it was mistaken for a goanna by a Queensland family, prompting warnings from wildlife experts.
Scientists root out the secrets of tropical forests
After decades of work, scientists have discovered tropical forests are not as diverse as once thought.
Girl bitten, boy chased by dingoes on K’gari
A five-year-old girl has been bitten on the thigh in one of two encounters involving children and dingoes on K'gari island this week.
Sea turtles tracked swimming deep into Sydney Harbour
"Pooed plastic for six days": Sea turtles unexpectedly inhabiting Australia's busiest and most polluted waterways face increased risks from man-made threats.
Cheesed-off plague town hit by 1000 drowned rats a day
A rat plague has swept through a far north Queensland fishing town, which is looking to the heavens to help solve the growing crisis.
Work complete on nation’s biggest weir since WWII
Construction is complete on the largest weir built in Australia since World War II, with the vast body of water captured to be used in agriculture and industry.
Almost 50 new spider species identified in Australia
A popular former children's TV host dubbed "Ranger Stacey" is among the Australians who have had new species of spiders named after them in a published study.
Aussies unprepared for nastier summer bites and stings
Too many Australians don't have the knowledge to prepare for chance summer encounters with snakes, spiders and other venomous animals, experts warn.
Dingo put down on K’gari after ‘high risk’ behaviour
Rangers have put down another dingo on Queensland's K'gari following a number of "high risk" incidents involving the animal and attacks by other dingoes.
Mountain to reopen after ‘Jesus saves’ vandalism attack
Queensland's culturally significant Mt Beerwah will reopen to visitors despite further public meddling following a "callous" vandalism attack.
Australia’s most attractive rodent makes 100km journey
A Dusky Hopping Mouse made a 100km hop from its usual habitat to southern NSW, confirming a significant territorial expansion for the diminutive species.
Development offsets insufficient to re-home koalas
The costs involved in cultivating Queensland koala habitats are falling short of the levies paid by developers to build on land already home to the marsupials.
Nature the big loser as scientists face suppression
Government suppression of good science is hampering the fight to address the biodiversity crisis gripping the planet, an Australian expert says.