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Vet advice to trainer in focus after fall kills jockey

Vet advice to trainer in focus after fall kills jockey

An injured horse that returned to racing work months earlier than a vet recommended later collapsed in training, killing an apprentice jockey.

Compo in the offing for state greyhound racing ban

Compo in the offing for state greyhound racing ban

Compo in the offing for state greyhound racing ban

Compo in the offing for state greyhound racing ban

Greyhound racing participants will be compensated as an Australian state forges ahead with a landmark ban.

Gassy, koala-threatening coal mine gets state stamp

Gassy, koala-threatening coal mine gets state stamp

Gassy, koala-threatening coal mine gets state stamp

Gassy, koala-threatening coal mine gets state stamp

Environmental groups are urging the federal government to act to prevent a coal mine emitting methane pollution and destroying koala habitat.

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'She's in the sky': K'gari tragedy teen farewelled

'She's in the sky': K'gari tragedy teen farewelled

Canadian teen Piper James has been farewelled at a funeral after her death on K'gari, where her body was found surrounded by dingoes.

Fossil wonderland submitted for World Heritage listing

Fossil wonderland submitted for World Heritage listing

A 58,000-hectare Australian expanse containing some of the world's oldest evidence of animal life could be included on the prestigious World Heritage list.

Wet and wild weather brings risk of shark attacks

Wet and wild weather brings risk of shark attacks

People are being urged to exercise caution when going for a dip following a recent spate of shark attacks, as rainy weather increases swimming risks

Man jailed for dragging tied-up roo along country road

Man jailed for dragging tied-up roo along country road

A man who caused severe deformities to a kangaroo by dragging it along a road has been jailed by a magistrate who cited his lack of remorse.

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Hello possum: scientists hopeful of pygmy population

Hello possum: scientists hopeful of pygmy population

Hello possum: scientists hopeful of pygmy population

Hello possum: scientists hopeful of pygmy population

Evidence of a threatened pygmy possum species in a national park would be like "rediscovering the Tasmanian Tiger", a scientist says.

Barking up the right tree, dogs have a nose for nature

Barking up the right tree, dogs have a nose for nature

Barking up the right tree, dogs have a nose for nature

Barking up the right tree, dogs have a nose for nature

Long known as farmers' best friends, working dogs are increasingly becoming conservationists' companions due to their ability to sniff out rare species.

Baby steps: elephant trio to boost zoo's majestic herd

Baby steps: elephant trio to boost zoo's majestic herd

Baby steps: elephant trio to boost zoo's majestic herd

Baby steps: elephant trio to boost zoo's majestic herd

Families are set to be treated to three big surprises at Werribee Zoo but will need to wait a while for the anticipated arrivals.

Climate squeezing Australia's southern right whales

Climate squeezing Australia's southern right whales

Climate squeezing Australia's southern right whales

Climate squeezing Australia's southern right whales

Longer stints between southern right whale babies are sounding alarm bells for all species reliant on krill and a healthy Antarctic ecosystem.

Outback town evacuees wait out slow floodwater rise

Outback town evacuees wait out slow floodwater rise

Outback town evacuees wait out slow floodwater rise

Outback town evacuees wait out slow floodwater rise

Pets far outnumber people in an evacuated outback town as residents moved to safety wait for the flood peak, and waters to recede, so they can return home.

'Chaotic': exotic zoo found by police in drug raid

'Chaotic': exotic zoo found by police in drug raid

'Chaotic': exotic zoo found by police in drug raid

'Chaotic': exotic zoo found by police in drug raid

A makeshift zoo filled with exotic animals, including a saltwater crocodile and a deadly cobra, has been discovered by police during a "chaotic" drug raid.

No jail time after dog left to die and lies to police

No jail time after dog left to die and lies to police

No jail time after dog left to die and lies to police

No jail time after dog left to die and lies to police

A man left his dog to die in a locked ute canopy during an alcohol binge and claimed his vehicle was stolen, leading to a public search, a magistrate has heard.

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Australia's oldest-known dinosaur fossil identified

A preserved footprint found more than 60 years ago in a sandstone quarry has been identified as the oldest-known dinosaur fossil in Australia.

'Loved life': mass paddle-out for young shark victim

A community paddle-out for a boy killed in a shark attack has turned into an emotional tribute for the beloved young surfer.

Heartbroken parents to fly in for teen's island tribute

The family of a Canadian backpacker found dead near a pack of dingoes will arrive in Australia for a traditional Indigenous smoking ceremony at the site.

Roadkill has unexpected upside for conservation efforts

The carcasses of animals struck by cars are a tragic sight on the nation's roads, but scientists say they could be used to bolster conservation research.

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Paddle out to remember schoolboy shark attack victim

A 12-year-old who died after being bitten by a shark will be remembered in a community paddle out.

Cattle pioneer says the gentle giants saved her life

A renowned cattle breeder formed a remarkable bond with Brahman after swapping a city job for a long and rewarding life on the land.

Shark safety boost after horror spate of attacks

More drones will be deployed along the NSW coast as part of a multimillion-dollar boost to shark-safety programs after the death of a 12-year-old boy.

Schoolboy loses fight for life after shark attack

Nico Antic, 12, has died from critical injuries suffered when bitten by a shark at a popular swimming spot.

Shark attacks close beaches amid stormy weather warning

Sydney beaches remain closed after a spate of shark attacks as experts outline the factors that are increasing the chances of close encounters.

Man's back and legs mauled in croc attack near creek

A man in his 20s has been airlifted to hospital following a crocodile attack in north Queensland, suffering puncture wounds to his back and legs near a creek.

Dingo attack fears grow after teenager's death

Rangers have increased patrols at a tourist spot after a teenager's body was discovered surrounded by a pack of dingoes following a warning about the wild dogs.

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