Diver’s terrifying close encounter with shark
Heart-racing footage has captured the moment a five-metre-long shark spotted a group of divers and started swimming directly towards them in waters near Bali.
Animals
Wombat woman explodes after fleeing Aus
The US influencer who fled Australia after snatching a baby wombat from its mother has opened up about the furore, hitting back at what she calls “hypocrisy”.
‘Caution’: Warning after 1m shark attack
A major warning has been issued for a popular Aussie beach after a man was bitten by a 1m shark.
Wombat influencer flees Australia after outcry
The controversial US influencer who sparked outrage after snatching a baby wombat from its mother has left Australia.
Drone films fatal shark attack
A drone has captured a fatal shark attack on a surfer off a remote Australian beach, as police say the man’s body may never be found.
Dad’s incredible find on Aussie beach
A man claims to have found a rare item – reportedly worth up to a whopping $59,000 a kilogram – washed up on a beach after ex-TC Alfred.
Wild find down woman’s pants during arrest
Police made the surprising discovery while arresting a woman at a Melbourne train station.
Suspected shark attack on remote beach
A search is underway for a surfer missing following a shark sighting on a remote Australian beach on Monday.
Woman mauled by shark ‘should be dead’
A woman who suffered severe leg injuries after being mauled by a bull shark has released an update and what she plans to do following the attack.
Kids filmed using snake as skipping rope
An investigation has been launched after a video emerged of children using a dead black-headed python as a skipping rope.
‘To the bone’: Horror shark attack update
A woman says she “should be dead” following a suspected bull shark attack south of Sydney on Friday.
Woman, 59, critical after shark attack
Two men pulled a 59-year-old woman with severe leg injuries from the water following a shark attack at an isolated beach.
400kg dolphin ‘falls out of the sky’
Three blokes sailed out for a routine fishing trip, but were in for the shock of their lives.
Plibersek sued by environmental group
A prominent environment group has launched legal action against the Environment Minister for allegedly failing to do more to protect 11 endangered species.
Disturbing deep-sea discovery in Russia
A fisherman has made an unusual discovery in the depths of the North Pacific Ocean, leading many to conclude that we may not be alone in the universe after all.
‘Horror show’: Disturbing find on beaches
A horrific sight is littering the sand of pristine Aussie beaches in what environmental advocates have deemed a “horror show”.
‘Groundbreaking’ Aussie dinosaur discovery
The “groundbreaking” evidence points to the existence of a unique apex predator that wandered the continent over 100 million years ago.
Australians urged to catch deadly spider
A major Australian zoo is calling on the public to capture and donate the world’s deadliest spider for a “lifesaving” antivenom program.
Posties’ bizarre defence against dog attacks
Australia Post boss Paul Graham has shared the new way posties are fending off the increasing rates of dog attacks while they make their rounds.
Man mauled by shark at popular beach
A man in his 20s has been flown to hospital after being attacked by a shark at a popular Aussie tourist destination.
Lifeline thrown to Aussie salmon workers
One Aussie state’s lucrative salmon industry has been thrown a $37m lifeline, after facing years of uncertainty and added scrutiny from conservation groups.
Blue-ringed octopus paralyses Sydney man
The 43-year-old experienced four bouts of paralysis after being bitten by a tentacled animal at a popular Sydney beach.
Sad update after whales stranded
An Aussie state has had to enact a tragic “last resort” decision after more than 150 whales were stranded on a remote beach.
Rangers to shoot 90 dolphins on Aussie beach
Wildlife rangers in Tasmania have been forced to carry out a horrible task after efforts to return dozens of dolphins to sea failed.
Warning over Aussie snake surge
Australians in one state were warned to “avoid snakes” after seven people were taken to hospital with bites over the weekend amid a surge in reports.
Aussie Zoo shocked by gorilla’s death
Vets at an Australian zoo are investigating the sudden death of a beloved gorilla as visitors have been left devastated.
Shopper confronted, dog allegedly left in car
Footage has captured the fiery moment a woman confronted a shopper for allegedly leaving her dog locked in her car for 20 minutes on a 36 degree day.
Blow to Aus as new bird flu outbreak found
Just days after Australia declared it had eradicated a highly contagious strain of bird flu, an outbreak has been detected in Victoria.
Human remains found in crocodile
Human remains have been found inside a crocodile man in the search for a man missing more than a week in crocodile-infested waters.
Reason for Aussie shark attack spike
The number of shark attacks has been steadily increasing over the last 10 years, with scientists putting it down to a number of factors, including climate change.
Man told to move after horror yard find
Many people say they would have to move house after seeing the disturbing video.
Reason wandering croc spotted far from home
Wildlife officers have revealed the reason a crocodile was spotted on a Sunshine Coast beach, hundreds of kilometres south of its usual habitat.
Sharks spotted at popular Sydney swim spot
Dog owners have been urged to “think twice” after multiple killer sharks were sighted at a popular Aussie swimming spot.
Teen killed in shark attack identified
Friends and family have gathered to pay tribute to a 17-year-old girl who was killed after she was bitten by a shark off Bribie Island.
Croc shows up in unexpected location
A ranger has photographed a two-metre crocodile at a popular camping spot hundreds of kilometres from where it should be.
‘Hell of a mess’: Man attacked by kangaroo
A man was walking to his car when he was attacked by a large kangaroo in what’s been described as a “hell of a mess”.
‘Disgusting’ video of man, swan investigated
The RSPCA are investigating an extremely “distressing” video allegedly involving a man and a swan.
‘Magic’: Rare sight in Sydney waters
Footage has captured the “magic” moment a rare type of whale known to frequent icier waters swam by a Sydney ferry over the public holiday.
Toddler savagely attacked by dingo
A toddler has been rushed to hospital after she was bitten by a dingo at a busy tourist hotspot on Australia Day.
Croc spotted a long way from ‘home’
Queenslanders have filmed a crocodile well over 100km south of traditional croc country.
Surfer’s ‘miracle’ shark attack escape
A surfer has spoken out about the terrifying moment he escaped a brutal shark attack at a popular surfing spot in Western Australia, where other shark attacks have occurred.
‘Deserve more’: Protesters’ distressing stunt
Animal activists have left dead piglets on the steps of a state government building in an effort to seek immediate change to pig welfare.
‘Stay away’: Stern warning for bird torturer
A bird torturer who previously tried to cook and eat an ibis has been issued a stern warning after he was charged with snaring two native birds with fishing wire.
Why pet owners could soon need ‘licence’
A coroner has made a huge suggestion that could change pet ownership in one state forever – after a tiny baby was mauled to death by a dog.
Major warning for Aussie beachgoers
One of Australia’s most venomous creatures has arrived early this year, with authorities warning beachgoers to be alert.
Call for tourist ban on Aussie island
Residents south of Perth have called on the state government to ban visitors to a popular island to protect a species whose numbers have dwindled by 97 per cent.
‘Forever surfing’: Shark victim farewelled
A missing surfer believed to have been killed in a shark attack has been remembered for his “extraordinary life” as the search for his body ends.
Bizarre find in Scottish Highlands
Two very unusual animals have been spotted in the popular tourist hotspot and are evading capture.
Twist as shark shuts down iconic beach
A shark has become trapped on the swimmer-side of a net, shutting down an iconic Aussie beach, with one local taking things into their own hands.
How record-breaking spider got A-list moniker
An Australian institute has made a bizarre tribute to two of the country’s A-list stars to mark a huge new find.
Deadly find in man’s living room
The man returned from a trip to New Zealand only to get the “shock of his life” when he made a grim discovery in his own living room.
Shark gets dangerously close to swimmers
Drone footage taken off the coast of a WA beach has captured a shark lurking dangerously close to unsuspecting swimmers.
Deadly truth behind state’s ‘glowing’ algae
A “glowing” algae has sprung up along the coast of one Aussie state – but the truth behind this natural light show is a lot darker than it appears.
Zookeeper films his own mauling death
A disturbing video shows a zookeeper who filmed his last moments before being mauled to death by a group of lions.
Warning over danger at popular beach
Rangers have warned visitors to be aware of a dangerous threat at one of Australia’s most popular tourist destinations.
Pets abused in horror holiday trend
A vet has revealed he’s seen pets “bloodied” in a concerning holiday trend, with calls mounting for urgent help.
Christmas miracle for threatened bird
A cassowary chick who had to be nursed back to health after being found on the side of the Bruce Highway has found a new home on the Gold Coast.
Man alleged horror act to 98 kangaroos
A man has been charged after dozens of kangaroos were found shot on an Australian military base.
Stark warning as flesh-eating disease spreads
A gruesome flesh-eating bacteria – suspected to be transmitted by an iconic animal – is spreading in one Aussie state, and health officials are warning everyone is at risk.
Gruesome find on cute Aussie animal
A gruesome disease which can cause disfigurement has taken root in a popular tourist town – and a cute Aussie animal may be behind the spread.
Deadly find in shopping centre restaurant
Wild footage has captured the moment a lucky snake catcher pulled one of the country’s deadliest snakes from a shopping centre restaurant.
Dog act: Moment sick dog dumped in yard
A dog is set to have life saving surgery after it was allegedly dumped in a random yard with a heartbreaking note.
City to sterilise beloved Japanese monkeys
Japanese monkeys gifted to a local council in 1981 will be sterilised and left to die naturally following a vote this week.
Dire warning over Aussie tourist hotspot
A major warning has been issued to tourists planning to visit an Australian hotspot known for its famous coastal scenery and marine populations.
Possum takes out city’s power grid
Authorities are holding a possum responsible for a widespread blackout that plunged most of the Western Australian city of Bunbury into darkness.
Fresh warning about deadly animal virus
Aussies in one state have been issued a warning about a “highly fatal” disease with no known cure, with infection causing paralysis and even death.
Chilling discovery in man’s laundry
A Northern Territory man has made a chilling discovery in his laundry after being woken by his dogs in the early hours of the morning.
Shark ‘shook’ surfer during attack
A teenage surfer has described the moment a shark attacked him, but vowing it won’t stop him getting into the water again.
Dolphin’s remarkable act shocks beachgoers
Incredible footage of a wild dolphin balancing a beer bottle on its beak at an Australian beach has gone viral.
Bull shark spotted in popular river
Swimmers have been warned to stay out of the water after a bull shark was spotted in a popular river in Victoria’s east.
Why cicadas are so much louder this year
Summer means a lot of things: hot weather, long nights and loud cicadas. And those noisy insects seem to be turning up the decibels this year.
Huge breakthrough in Chernobyl dog mystery
It’s believed the packs are descendant from pets left behind in the wake of the 1986 nuclear disaster – scientists want to know how they’ve thrived.
Shark attacks spear fisherman
A man aged in his 60s was spearfishing when he was bitten by a shark off Curtis Island receiving injuries to both of his arms.
Innocent act could land you a $30k fine
A simple act of human generosity could land residents a staggering, little known fine in two Australian states.
Deadly snake crawls up driver’s leg on fwy
This is not what you want to see crawling up your leg while driving 80km/h on the freeway.
Update in Molly the magpie saga
The people’s magpie is once again in limbo after a “concerned citizen” took a custody battle all the way to the Supreme Court.
‘Have rights’: Cops heckled over wild footage
WA police have copped backlash online after sharing bizarre footage of officers ‘arresting’ a lizard outside a home.
Pet owner scratched to death by cat
A cat has scratched his owner to death after he tried to stop it running away.
Shock call on Australia’s deadliest animal
Australia’s deadliest creature has been involved in the deaths of more people than any other animal, but it is not what you would expect.
‘Kill you’: UK expat horrified by beach find
A shocked British expat has filmed a very Australian sight on a beach – and she’s warned the world “things can kill you here”.
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