Iconic Aussie landmark faces doomed listing
It’s an international list no country wants its landmarks on, but one Australian icon remains perilously close to being included.
Natural Wonders
When to see spectacular supermoons
Australian stargazers can feast their eyes on two supermoons this month – here’s when to see them.
Farmers’ worst fears could be realised
After hundreds of farmers stormed a town hall to oppose divisive new Aboriginal heritage laws, there are now fears the protections could be rolled out nationwide.
Pics show tourists standing metres from lava
Officials have advised tourists to stay away from Iceland’s latest volcanic eruption, as onlookers have been seen standing only metres away from lava.
New venomous snake discovered in Australia
The desert whip snake inhabits remote areas of Australia and was discovered by scientists through genetics research.
Big update on mystery object washed ashore
Investigators are still trying to figure out the “type and origin” of the mysterious object, but have determined one important thing.
Crocodile mauls man, swimmers flee
A popular swimming hole in a national park has been closed after a crocodile mauled a swimmer, forcing dozens of holiday-makers to flee.
Aussies to be smashed by brutal summer
Aussies should prepare for “heatwaves and bushfires” this summer as the Bureau of Meteorology declares a high likelihood of an El Nino event.
‘Heart-breaking goodbye’ to zoo giraffe
Armani, Perth Zoo’s male giraffe, has been given a “dignified and peaceful end” at the age of 20.
Wild moment 50 sharks feast on whale
Environmental authorities have captured the moment a massive shiver of sharks descend on a whale carcass, leading to a feeding frenzy.
‘Critical danger’: Grim warning for Qld
Warnings of an El Nino developing this year have struck fear in the hearts of experts who are racing to save the Great Barrier Reef from ecological disaster.
Aussies wake up to year’s shortest day
Australians have woken up to the shortest day of the year, with the country set to experience less than 10 hours of sunlight amid freezing temperatures.
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.
Rare image captures Aussie volcano erupting
An incredible satellite photo has observed the moment lava spilt out of the side of one of Australia’s only active volcanoes.
‘Extinct’ animal returns to state park
A beloved, webbed-foot native Australian animal has returned to one location for the first time in nearly half a century.
‘Damaging’ winds and snow hit east
Two of Australia’s biggest states have been hit with a cold front that’s brought with it blustery winds and even snow.
Australia’s official coronation gift revealed
A critically endangered species has been given a lifeline through Australia’s official coronation gift to King Charles III.
Massive, mysterious blue hole found in ocean
A mysterious and massive “blue hole” discovered off the coast of Mexico could potentially provide a window into life on other planets.
Best place in Australia to watch solar eclipse
About 3000 eclipse chasers have stormed a tourist town ahead of the nation’s first total solar eclipse in more than a decade.
Stunning scenes from unique Aussie festival
Spectacular scenes illuminate the nation’s unique indigenous light show, which has opened to visitors over the long weekend.
Alarming discovery will have dire outcome
A “confronting” reality for a popular international tourism spot has scientists sounding the alarm, with grim predictions of what is to come.
‘Significant’ weather to affect Easter
Australians with fun Easter long weekend plans may have to reconsider with a wild and wet cold front moving in to disrupt barbecues and egg hunts.
Space light show to dazzle
Geomagnetic storms in space will make the southern lights visible, but they could potentially affect earth’s communications systems.
Bizarre phenomenon sweeping China
Citizens of one Chinese province were told to find shelter after the area was battered by what appeared to be a “rain of worms”.
‘Zombie viruses’ brought back from the dead
Scientists have made a shocking discovery about worrisome viruses within Arctic permafrost that could pose a pandemic threat.
Clive Palmer dealt ‘historic’ new blow
The government has blocked a planned coal mine because it would endanger the Great Barrier Reef, a decision hailed by environmental groups as historic.
Clive Palmer’s plan suffers huge setback
A controversial project driven by mining magnate Clive Palmer has failed to gain the approval of the federal environment minister.
How to watch spectacular space event
An amazing phenomenon which only happens once every 50,000 years will appear in our skies on Wednesday night.
Visitors to pay at Insta-famous spots
Tourists will be charged to enjoy the natural wonders at some of Australia’s most popular tourism hot spots from next year.
Scientists stunned by find in the Outback
A station owner and her friends have discovered a 100-million-year-old creature of the deep – in the middle of the Queensland Outback.
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