Michael Dahlstrom
@michaeldahlstrom.bsky.social
Environment editor at Yahoo Australia. Living on Wurundjeri land. MEAA member. Views are my own. Tips: [email protected]
An iconic Aussie takeaway chain has pulled a menu item just days after its high-profile launch. The decision follows an uproar from customers about its “world-first” kangaroo pizza.
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Iconic pizza chain ditches newly launched Aussie ingredient after customer uproar
The decision has sparked a fierce debate about the food. Find out more.
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November 27, 2025 at 4:52 AM
An iconic Aussie takeaway chain has pulled a menu item just days after its high-profile launch. The decision follows an uproar from customers about its “world-first” kangaroo pizza.
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Researchers are working on a radical new plan to take back the outback from Australia's most pervasive predators. The aim is to breed “smart” generations of native marsupials that can evade attacks from foxes and cats.
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Radical 20-year plan to take back Aussie outback from predators: ‘Takes guts’
While the project has risks, if successful it could transform the face of Australia's outback. Find out more.
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November 25, 2025 at 2:33 AM
Researchers are working on a radical new plan to take back the outback from Australia's most pervasive predators. The aim is to breed “smart” generations of native marsupials that can evade attacks from foxes and cats.
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Two rare Australian animals captured together in one photo. Sadly, one is eating the other.
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Aussie woman unknowingly captures extraordinarily rare detail in bush photo
Most experts would dream of seeing just one of these two species. Find out more.
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November 24, 2025 at 6:53 AM
Two rare Australian animals captured together in one photo. Sadly, one is eating the other.
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“Once you take their habitat away, they die, so logging this forest is a really permanent end to these creatures. It’s quite heartbreaking.”
Conservationists are calling for timber harvesting to be prevented close to endangered greater habitat.
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Conservationists are calling for timber harvesting to be prevented close to endangered greater habitat.
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Late-night discovery in bushland sparks fears for rare Aussie animal: 'Epic failure'
Few people are aware of this 1.7kg animal that lives high in Australia's trees. Find out more.
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November 21, 2025 at 3:47 AM
“Once you take their habitat away, they die, so logging this forest is a really permanent end to these creatures. It’s quite heartbreaking.”
Conservationists are calling for timber harvesting to be prevented close to endangered greater habitat.
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Conservationists are calling for timber harvesting to be prevented close to endangered greater habitat.
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Calls are growing for the government department to release a $850,000 report on the health, abundance, and distribution of koalas in one of Australia's most populous states. It could help form a roadmap to prevent the species' demise.
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Pressure mounts to release details of secret $850,000 report: 'Shameful'
The report has been shelved for five months, and researchers are unable to disclose its findings. Find out more.
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November 20, 2025 at 10:54 PM
Calls are growing for the government department to release a $850,000 report on the health, abundance, and distribution of koalas in one of Australia's most populous states. It could help form a roadmap to prevent the species' demise.
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Former Australian of the Year and Chief Councillor of the Climate Council, Professor Tim Flannery, said the Liberal's decision to ditch net zero would be a “catastrophe for Australia”, financially, environmentally, but also for the party itself
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Liberal party's major call on commitment to net-zero emissions branded 'reckless' by critics
Opposition leader Sussan Ley said rising power bills had forced her party's hand on the matter.
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November 13, 2025 at 4:38 AM
Former Australian of the Year and Chief Councillor of the Climate Council, Professor Tim Flannery, said the Liberal's decision to ditch net zero would be a “catastrophe for Australia”, financially, environmentally, but also for the party itself
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Priceline, one of Australia’s biggest pharmacy chains, is “actively considering” whether to continue stocking a controversial supplement, Antarctic krill oil.
While Chemist Warehouse has refused to comment on the matter.
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While Chemist Warehouse has refused to comment on the matter.
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Priceline 'considering' pulling popular supplement from shelves as Chemist Warehouse remains silent
The omega-3 product has been the target of a major boycott campaign. Find out what's happening.
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November 13, 2025 at 4:15 AM
Priceline, one of Australia’s biggest pharmacy chains, is “actively considering” whether to continue stocking a controversial supplement, Antarctic krill oil.
While Chemist Warehouse has refused to comment on the matter.
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While Chemist Warehouse has refused to comment on the matter.
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NSW has launched a plan to go further than any other state in banning some of the world’s most damaging plastic items. Incredibly, the hit list includes ALL plastic bags with handles, tomato sauce sachets, soy sauce fish, and single-use umbrella sleeves
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Aussie state reveals massive new list of banned items that will impact millions - Yahoo News Australia
Items we use every day in supermarkets, restaurants and cafes are about to change – for good.
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November 9, 2025 at 1:26 AM
NSW has launched a plan to go further than any other state in banning some of the world’s most damaging plastic items. Incredibly, the hit list includes ALL plastic bags with handles, tomato sauce sachets, soy sauce fish, and single-use umbrella sleeves
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Tourists flock to Australia to see its koalas, but those taking the ferry to Victoria’s French Island are shocked to see hundreds of animals starving in trees stripped of leaves.
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Tourists confronted as 'tragedy' rocks Aussie island's main attraction - Yahoo News Australia
A guide on the island says the situation is 'more than embarrassing'.
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November 7, 2025 at 4:17 AM
Tourists flock to Australia to see its koalas, but those taking the ferry to Victoria’s French Island are shocked to see hundreds of animals starving in trees stripped of leaves.
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Australians are being urged by Bob Brown Foundation to boycott a popular supplement sold by wellness company Swisse.
Its active ingredient, Antarctic krill, has been linked to concerning practices in a fragile ecosystem.
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Its active ingredient, Antarctic krill, has been linked to concerning practices in a fragile ecosystem.
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Aussies urged to boycott item sold at major pharmacies and supermarkets - Yahoo News Australia
The product is sold to promote health and well-being, but critics are warning its harvesting is problematic. Find out more.
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November 6, 2025 at 9:27 PM
Australians are being urged by Bob Brown Foundation to boycott a popular supplement sold by wellness company Swisse.
Its active ingredient, Antarctic krill, has been linked to concerning practices in a fragile ecosystem.
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Its active ingredient, Antarctic krill, has been linked to concerning practices in a fragile ecosystem.
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Through the acquisition of Viagen Pets and Equine, de-extinction company Colossal Biosciences has almost doubled the number of species it has biobanked.
Its plan is to protect them from extinction for future generations.
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Its plan is to protect them from extinction for future generations.
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Tasmanian tiger resurrection team's plan for 93 rare species: 'Survive forever'
Yahoo News spoke with the company's newly appointed chief biology officer about the plan.
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November 6, 2025 at 2:10 AM
Through the acquisition of Viagen Pets and Equine, de-extinction company Colossal Biosciences has almost doubled the number of species it has biobanked.
Its plan is to protect them from extinction for future generations.
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Its plan is to protect them from extinction for future generations.
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Over five years after cameras were set up within a sprawling Western Australian landscape, an elusive “chuditch” has been filmed for the first time.
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Camera captures rare Aussie predator believed extinct across 70km landscape
A $5 million project has helped change the region, allowing for the animal's return.
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November 5, 2025 at 8:26 AM
Over five years after cameras were set up within a sprawling Western Australian landscape, an elusive “chuditch” has been filmed for the first time.
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A zoo's plan to euthanise five aging lions is on hold after several parties expressed interest in caring for them.
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Zoo reveals major update after planning to euthanise five lions
Exclusive: The zoo's owners have revealed to Yahoo News what led to the sudden change.
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November 5, 2025 at 5:22 AM
A zoo's plan to euthanise five aging lions is on hold after several parties expressed interest in caring for them.
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There is a glimmer of hope for five of the seven lions that New Zealand's Kamo Wildlife Sanctuary had scheduled to euthanise.
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Public outcry as zoo has 'no real option' but to euthanise seven famous lions
Kamo Wildlife Sanctuary has been listed for sale, and its famous lions are not included. Find out more.
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November 5, 2025 at 1:12 AM
There is a glimmer of hope for five of the seven lions that New Zealand's Kamo Wildlife Sanctuary had scheduled to euthanise.
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This is the first time I've ever seen a meteor during the day.
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Incredibly lucky moment caught on camera in broad daylight: ‘Very fast’
A sonic boom was heard as the object hurtled through the sky. See the incredible pictures.
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November 3, 2025 at 11:13 PM
This is the first time I've ever seen a meteor during the day.
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Three inventions that have ruined relaxing at the beach in Australia.
In order of annoyance:
1. Jet skis
2. Portable speakers
3. Rows of CoolCabanas close to the water blocking the view
Am I missing any?
In order of annoyance:
1. Jet skis
2. Portable speakers
3. Rows of CoolCabanas close to the water blocking the view
Am I missing any?
November 2, 2025 at 4:17 AM
Three inventions that have ruined relaxing at the beach in Australia.
In order of annoyance:
1. Jet skis
2. Portable speakers
3. Rows of CoolCabanas close to the water blocking the view
Am I missing any?
In order of annoyance:
1. Jet skis
2. Portable speakers
3. Rows of CoolCabanas close to the water blocking the view
Am I missing any?
A vandal’s decision to cut a gaping hole in a high fence has been linked to the death of an endangered koala.
Drivers who had stopped to help the animal on the motorway in Ipswich watched on helplessly as the animal was struck.
But there's much more to this story.
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Drivers who had stopped to help the animal on the motorway in Ipswich watched on helplessly as the animal was struck.
But there's much more to this story.
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Devastating consequences after vandal's 'horrible' act beside Aussie motorway
What led to the incident appears simple at first glance. But there's more to this story.
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October 31, 2025 at 10:01 AM
A vandal’s decision to cut a gaping hole in a high fence has been linked to the death of an endangered koala.
Drivers who had stopped to help the animal on the motorway in Ipswich watched on helplessly as the animal was struck.
But there's much more to this story.
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Drivers who had stopped to help the animal on the motorway in Ipswich watched on helplessly as the animal was struck.
But there's much more to this story.
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A petition containing thousands of signatures has been tabled in Victoria’s parliament, calling for an inquiry into the government’s decision to shoot koalas from helicopters. For close to 30 minutes, politicians from all sides gave fiery speeches
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Calls for independent inquiry into 'abominable' helicopter shooting of koalas
More than 1,000 were shot from helicopters in Victoria, which critics argue was completed in secrecy. Find out more.
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October 29, 2025 at 8:43 PM
A petition containing thousands of signatures has been tabled in Victoria’s parliament, calling for an inquiry into the government’s decision to shoot koalas from helicopters. For close to 30 minutes, politicians from all sides gave fiery speeches
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Queensland is considering a controversial change to the laws governing dingoes, which would see them reclassified as domestic dogs.
The proposal has sparked controversy because it could result in them being legally kept as pets for the first time.
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The proposal has sparked controversy because it could result in them being legally kept as pets for the first time.
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Controversial plan to allow previously banned Aussie pet: 'Slap in the face'
The proposal has sparked huge concerns. Find out more.
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October 29, 2025 at 6:02 AM
Queensland is considering a controversial change to the laws governing dingoes, which would see them reclassified as domestic dogs.
The proposal has sparked controversy because it could result in them being legally kept as pets for the first time.
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The proposal has sparked controversy because it could result in them being legally kept as pets for the first time.
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Annually, there were upwards of 100 collisions between kangaroos and vehicles on a 6km stretch of road in NSW. So locals raised $12k to buy a virtual fence.
Then someone stole it.
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Then someone stole it.
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Aussie community shattered by dangerous roadside act: 'Hacked off'
Locals raised more than $12,000 to purchase devices to help reduce accidents on a notorious 6km loop of road. Find out more.
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October 28, 2025 at 5:55 AM
Annually, there were upwards of 100 collisions between kangaroos and vehicles on a 6km stretch of road in NSW. So locals raised $12k to buy a virtual fence.
Then someone stole it.
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Then someone stole it.
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One of Australia’s largest irrigation companies has “unintentionally” transformed kilometres of channel into a “death trap” for wildlife. The problem occurred after Murrumbidgee Irrigation upgraded the concrete-lined walls with slippery black plastic.
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Horrifying discovery in Aussie waterway after simple change: 'Death trap'
The company has agreed to a change as disturbing images reveal the carnage on the area's wild animals. Find out more.
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October 24, 2025 at 4:58 AM
One of Australia’s largest irrigation companies has “unintentionally” transformed kilometres of channel into a “death trap” for wildlife. The problem occurred after Murrumbidgee Irrigation upgraded the concrete-lined walls with slippery black plastic.
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After securing a US$8.5b deal with the US, Australia is promising to fast-track rare earth production.
Amid the race to extract and refine, experts say China's environmental mistakes should act as a "cautionary tale" for Australia.
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Amid the race to extract and refine, experts say China's environmental mistakes should act as a "cautionary tale" for Australia.
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Australia warned to learn from China's mistake in $13 billion rare earth minerals race
An US$8.5 billion deal between Anthony Albanese and Donald Trump has drawn both praise and caution. Find out more.
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October 21, 2025 at 4:35 AM
After securing a US$8.5b deal with the US, Australia is promising to fast-track rare earth production.
Amid the race to extract and refine, experts say China's environmental mistakes should act as a "cautionary tale" for Australia.
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Amid the race to extract and refine, experts say China's environmental mistakes should act as a "cautionary tale" for Australia.
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Fake single-use plastic webs - 👎
Reusable cotton webs 👍
Reusable cotton webs 👍
October 20, 2025 at 9:06 PM
Fake single-use plastic webs - 👎
Reusable cotton webs 👍
Reusable cotton webs 👍
Anyone seen a tiger snake hunting for fish in saltwater before?
This could be the first time it's ever been photographed. I had a chat with the farmer who witnessed it, and the Australian Herpetological Society to find out more.
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This could be the first time it's ever been photographed. I had a chat with the farmer who witnessed it, and the Australian Herpetological Society to find out more.
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Aussie captures never-before-seen moment on rural property: ‘Exceedingly rare’
Experts are unaware of anyone capturing it on camera before. Find out more.
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October 20, 2025 at 4:13 AM
Anyone seen a tiger snake hunting for fish in saltwater before?
This could be the first time it's ever been photographed. I had a chat with the farmer who witnessed it, and the Australian Herpetological Society to find out more.
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This could be the first time it's ever been photographed. I had a chat with the farmer who witnessed it, and the Australian Herpetological Society to find out more.
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