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Call for help with big algal bloom choking coastal life

Call for help with big algal bloom choking coastal life

Fishing and tourism industries are struggling with the impact of a months-long algal bloom that has no end in sight, prompting calls for federal help.

Natural and a disaster but no fed help for algal bloom

Natural and a disaster but no fed help for algal bloom

Natural and a disaster but no fed help for algal bloom

Natural and a disaster but no fed help for algal bloom

Governments are working to find a way to help industries affected by a devastating algal bloom, which falls outside existing natural disaster criteria.

'Deepest pain' felt as landmark climate case dismissed

'Deepest pain' felt as landmark climate case dismissed

'Deepest pain' felt as landmark climate case dismissed

'Deepest pain' felt as landmark climate case dismissed

As a landmark climate case is dismissed by a federal court, the Torres Strait Islander men behind the action are vowing to keep fighting for their homelands.

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Renewable energy delays make Australia less attractive

Renewable energy delays make Australia less attractive

Investing in Australian renewable energy is only 'somewhat attractive' according to a study that identifies transmission and planning delays among concerns.

Rangers pounce after trees felled for dodgy island hut

Rangers pounce after trees felled for dodgy island hut

An illegal holiday hut has been discovered on a national park island made with trees cut down by a group who were fined after using the shack for hunting trips.

'Practical focus' as algal bloom inquiry calls rejected

'Practical focus' as algal bloom inquiry calls rejected

The SA government says it is focused on “practical support” for industries affected by an algal bloom, but fishermen say they need more than licence fee relief.

Desert haven teeming with life a snapshot of the past

Desert haven teeming with life a snapshot of the past

For 26 years, scientists have been observing what happens to native mammals when they are protected from feral predators such as foxes, cats and rabbits.

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Elders' legal bid to save homes, culture coming to end

Elders' legal bid to save homes, culture coming to end

Elders' legal bid to save homes, culture coming to end

Elders' legal bid to save homes, culture coming to end

The Federal Court is due to hand down a decision in the Australian Climate Case, brought by Torres Strait Islander Elders who fear for the future of their home.

Rock art heritage listing to attract eyes of the world

Rock art heritage listing to attract eyes of the world

Rock art heritage listing to attract eyes of the world

Rock art heritage listing to attract eyes of the world

World Heritage listing for a massive collection of remote Indigenous rock engravings has been celebrated but industry pollution questions remain unresolved.

Fears heritage-listed rock art at risk from gas project

Fears heritage-listed rock art at risk from gas project

Fears heritage-listed rock art at risk from gas project

Fears heritage-listed rock art at risk from gas project

A vast collection of rock art has been recognised as a World Heritage site but advocates warn the engravings are under threat from industrial expansion.

Fire ants in coal mine sound agriculture alarm

Fire ants in coal mine sound agriculture alarm

Fire ants in coal mine sound agriculture alarm

Fire ants in coal mine sound agriculture alarm

Biosecurity authorities are on alert after destructive fire ants were found at a coal mine 800 kilometres from the previous infestation zone.

'Toxic to anything with gills': algal bloom spreading

'Toxic to anything with gills': algal bloom spreading

'Toxic to anything with gills': algal bloom spreading

'Toxic to anything with gills': algal bloom spreading

A toxic algal bloom that has killed tens of thousands of marine animals has spread into a capital city river.

Grim milestone as rescuers search for US flood victims

Grim milestone as rescuers search for US flood victims

Grim milestone as rescuers search for US flood victims

Grim milestone as rescuers search for US flood victims

More than 100 people are confirmed dead as rescuers continue the search for missing people after catastrophic flooding in Texas.

Pacific voices needed as Australia seeks climate summit

Pacific voices needed as Australia seeks climate summit

Pacific voices needed as Australia seeks climate summit

Pacific voices needed as Australia seeks climate summit

Australia is hoping elevate the voices of the Pacific as the climate change minister visits the region to strengthen a bid to co-host the UN climate summit.

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'No offsets, no excuses': the pursuit of real zero

A handful of Australian companies are ditching the crutch that is carbon offsets and pursuing genuine emissions cuts, and it's been no walk in the park.

Green hydrogen powers back up with major funding

The federal energy minister is not giving up on Australia's green hydrogen dream despite setbacks, with a new project in line for government incentives.

Algal bloom turns coast into a 'marine graveyard'

A senator has claimed the federal government ignored warnings about a massive algae that has devastated a marine environment, and called for an investigation.

Beyond carbon: big four banks urged to capture more gas

It is a potent greenhouse gas responsible for climate change, but a report has found Australia's major banks have yet to single out methane emissions.

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Utes dominate vehicles sales and push BYD past Tesla

Australia's love affair with the ute has dominated new vehicle sales during June, but one hybrid model has had an unusual impact on Australia's auto market.

Woodside activists vow to fight on despite jail terms

Two climate activists have been handed suspended prison terms for their "harmful" act of letting off stench gas at Woodside’s headquarters.

Sea ice loss risks more icebergs, threatens wildlife

The consequences of Antarctic ice loss are serious and varied and monitoring the issue faces challenges as American contributions to climate science falter.

A long haul: electric trucks still face speed bumps

Questions about the price of low-emission trucks, how they can be charged and where they can be driven are slowing down pollution cuts, an inquiry has heard.

Major sunscreen brands to defend greenwashing claim

Two popular sunscreen brands allegedly misled users for years, despite their owners knowing of the adverse environmental effects of their ingredients.

Red alert for furry friends on sweltering hot days

Risk of dog death climbs during heatwaves and skyrockets on public holidays and weekends, fresh analysis suggests.

Sparks fly over competition in electric car charging

Australian drivers need more access to electric car chargers, an inquiry has heard, but companies are split over who should be allowed to deliver them.

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