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November 17, 2025 at 10:13 PM

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2026: Commercial exploitation of Kangaroos in Queensland

The Queensland Government’s population estimate for the 3 commercially exploited species in Queensland's 5 commercial shooting zones is 19,308,148 giving a commercial quota in 2026 of 2,850,900 with a...

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November 16, 2025 at 6:39 AM

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'We really need her to turn around': Health fears for rare white whale

A white humpback calf known as Siale is seen heading north along the NSW coast when most whales are searching for food in the Antarctic Ocean.

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November 13, 2025 at 3:07 AM

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Twice as effective as nets: shark-spotting drones to become ‘permanent fixture’ on Queensland beaches

State government says ‘traditional measures’ like nets and drum lines will continue to be used despite evidence of deadly impact on other marine life

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November 10, 2025 at 10:25 PM

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Scientists hopeful they have found source of SA algal bloom toxins

Scientists believe they have identified the species responsible for the toxins in South Australia's marine algal bloom that has killed millions of aquatic animals.

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November 5, 2025 at 1:30 AM

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A storm is coming

The Australian Government’s proposed reforms to its Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act). Top line comments on the Environment Protection Reform Bill.

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November 2, 2025 at 3:44 AM

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WA man fined over neglect of two dogs which 'suffered greatly'

A man in Western Australia's far north has been fined and banned from owning pets for five years after being found guilty of neglecting two dogs.

November 1, 2025 at 2:05 AM

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The quiet movement removing barbed wire fences to save wildlife

Wongarra man Doug Gimesy removes more than 18 kilometres of barbed wire from his property to create a wildlife haven.

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October 31, 2025 at 4:10 AM

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Tragic discovery in suburban yard as Aussies embrace controversial tradition

Products that sell for as little as $1 have been documented harming Australia's wildlife. Find out more.

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October 30, 2025 at 11:57 PM

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Spring's migratory flocks pose bird flu risk for Tasmania

With migratory birds returning to Tasmania during a period of increased bird flu, the chance of the virus affecting the state's coastal areas is on the rise.

October 25, 2025 at 7:09 PM

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Threatened native animals at risk as rat bait review delayed again

Rat bait poison has been found in threatened northern quoll populations as an overdue report into their use by the federal pesticides regulator is again delayed.

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October 24, 2025 at 2:10 AM

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More whales are getting tangled in fishing gear and shark nets. Here’s what we can do

Australian scientists have noticed a rise in the number of whales getting entangled in ropes and fishing lines. Rescuing them is a job for experts.

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October 23, 2025 at 6:20 AM

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Vet sent greyhounds home with 'open wounds', SA parliament told

Staff at Greyhound Racing SA accuse the organisation of suppressing complaints about its preferred vet, according to documents and graphic photos tabled in state parliament.

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October 23, 2025 at 6:19 AM

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October 22, 2025 at 8:13 AM

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October 22, 2025 at 8:13 AM

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World’s landscapes may soon be ‘devoid of wild animals’, says nature photographer

Margot Raggett, whose latest compilation shows animals scrubbed from natural habitats, calls for rethink on UK accelerated housebuilding

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October 20, 2025 at 10:03 PM

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NSW government rejected expert advice before failed koala reintroduction that left more than half dead

Exclusive: Documents reveal state environment department had ‘reckless indifference’ to fate of individual koalas, Greens spokesperson Sue Higginson says

October 19, 2025 at 10:25 PM

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The ocean's least natural predator has come for Australia

Illegal fishing is ravaging the world's oceans of fish and shellfish but it is what is left behind that is creating a mess for governments worldwide and of Australia's most remote beaches.

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October 16, 2025 at 6:04 AM

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And then there were none: Australia’s only shrew declared extinct

The tally of Australian mammals extinct since 1788 is now 39 species – far more than for any other country

Plea for information after heartbreaking discovery inside RSL bin: 'Lowlife'

October 12, 2025 at 7:08 PM

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Those responsible for the sad find could now face hefty penalties. Can you help authorities identify them?

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October 8, 2025 at 5:58 AM

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Disturbing discovery of zip-tied crocodile triggers investigation

The discovery of a saltwater crocodile with its mouth bound shut by zip ties in a Darwin river has sparked outrage, with animal rights advocates calling for stronger wildlife protections.