‘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”.
Animals
‘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.
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