Revealed: how much plastic is in our water
For the first time, researchers have discovered just how many particles of nanoplastic lurk in our drinking water – amid concerns about what it means for human health.
Environment
Tragedy as missing boy killed by crocodile
The body of a 16-year-old boy who was missing has been found after he was attacked by a crocodile while trying to swim to shore.
Toxic spill forces road shutdown
Motorists have been warned to avoid a major arterial road after a highly toxic substance spilt from a truck.
Likely cause of asbestos dumping revealed
The spread of asbestos at parks and reserves in an Australian capital city is getting bigger.
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Picture all Aussies need to see
It looks like something from a futuristic sci-fi movie, but the rows of glowing coral tell a far greater story.
Big bank‘s $750 offer to customer group
One of the big four banks has offered to fill up customers’ cars for free if they take out a loan with them.
Local leaders begging premier for flood help
Several MPs and mayors have called on their state’s premier to fast-track support for residents hit hard in the catastrophic 2022 floods.
‘Thundersnow’ ahead of winter solstice
A fresh cold snap could mean more “thundersnow” as well as another 20cm of falls for southeastern states in the lead up to the shortest day of the year.
Surprise way Aussie city will be powered
Experts say users won’t notice any difference, but an unexpected element is about to be added to the gas supply in Sydney – with others set to follow.
Lingerie-clad activists’ lunchtime protest
A group of protesters, braving freezing conditions, has used the busy lunchtime rush to call out the actions of major companies and their customers.
Monster skink discovered in Aussie cave
Researchers have revealed their discovery of a prehistoric beast 1000 times bigger than its closest living relative.
How Aussies are beating soaring energy bills
With energy prices forecast to soar again, homeowners and renters have revealed their tricks to cut their bills by hundreds of dollars.
Tragic start to ski season revealed
A lack of snow over the long weekend has forced the country’s busiest resorts to abandon the start of the ski season.
Man killed in tragic boating accident
A man in his 60s has died after his boat crashed in the middle of the night.
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