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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - NewsWire Photos AUGUST 17, 2025: People out on Bondi Beach on a sunny Sunday.Picture: NewsWire / Damian Shaw

Sydney’s filthiest beach revealed

Sydney beaches have been ranked from cleanest to dirtiest in a new report that examines the water quality across NSW.

SYDNEY AUSTRALIA - NewsWire Photos, 01 JUNE, 2023: Bawinya the baby koala at Symbio Zoo in Helensburgh.Picture: NCA NewsWire / Simon Bullard

Shock claim about koala threat

An independent report by the NSW government found “no significant effect” from selective logging on male koala density.

Families and holidaymakers are being advised to prepare for a long, hot summer ahead.

Aussies face brutal heatwave this summer

Aussies are being warned of an unusually hot summer, with daytime and overnight temperatures set to rise across the country.

DAILY TELEGRAPH, 29th January 2023. Crowds out at Bondi beach on a hot Sunday.Picture by Damian Shaw

October hitting 45C in shock heat warning

Are you prepared for up to 57 more extreme heat days per year? We’re already getting about 20 extra. This weekend included.

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The City of Gold Coast council has begun its installation of sandstone terraces on Kirra Hill and is set to do the same at North Burleigh Hill to prevent the creation of mudslides in the grassed areas.

‘Smelled like a toilet’: Council’s major move

The difference in a local landmark reveals a council’s surprising move to prevent viral scenes, leaving them branded as ‘fun police’.

September 4, 2025: Port Noarlunga Algal Bloom. Picture: Kelly Barnes

Algal disaster triggers JobSeeker plea

Seafood industry representatives are pleading with the federal government to consider a new JobSeeker program to preserve jobs amid a rolling environmental catastrophe.

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SYDNEY AUSTRALIA - NewsWire Photos, 01 JUNE, 2023: Bawinya the baby koala at Symbio Zoo in Helensburgh.Picture: NCA NewsWire / Simon Bullard

How koala park could make millions

A massive new national park aimed at protecting koalas could generate hundreds of millions of dollars, new modelling has revealed.

Queensland's move to empower communities to block renewable projects has sparked a fierce response from Canberra over the state's 'short-sighted' energy stance.

‘Shortsighted’: Wind farm move slammed

A federal minister has slammed Queensland’s decision to block major wind farm projects, warning it threatens industry jobs and investment.

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Car dealership owner Jerry Kam exposes the brutal truth about EVs. Picture: YouTube/JerrySells

Luxury car salesman drops brutal EV bomb

A car salesman was approached by a buyer looking to sell his near-new $80,000 electric vehicle. His final offer exposes a shocking reality facing Aussie EV owners.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA- NewsWire Photos MAY 08, 2025: Greens leader Adam Bandt holds a press conference to concede he has lost the Federal seat of Melbourne . Picture: NewsWire/ David Crosling

Former Greens leader’s next high-profile gig

The former Greens leader has landed his next job after being booted from parliament in Labor’s 2025 election sweep.

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On Saturday morning, 57-year-old Mercury Psillakis was fatally mauled by what police described as a âlargeâ shark off Long Reef Beach at Dee Why.Â

State’s big move after fatal shark attack

The tragic death of 57-year-old Mercury Psillakis has reignited a fierce debate over shark safety and the role of nets along Sydney beaches.

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - NewsWire Photos JUNE 26, 2025: Major roads in the cityÃs northwest remain closed amid fears a crane could tip over. Hundreds of people were evacuated from the Carlingford work site on Wednesday. Picture: NewsWire / Nikki Short

‘Common sense’: Big call on road tax

A leading politician made a big call and said a “common sense discussion” meant the 51.6c fuel excise would eventually need to be replaced with a road user charge.

Australians face an aerial assault from protective magpies this spring, with 887 swooping attacks already logged and dozens of serious injuries reported nationwide.

How to avoid magpie swooping this season

With more than 800 incidents already recorded, an expert has revealed how you can avoid being swooped by magpies this spring.

Forecast wind gusts on Saturday afternoon. Image: Weatherzone

Grim warning to Aussies this weekend

Aussies in one state hoping for a warm and sunny weekend to welcome spring will likely be disappointed by the latest forecasts.

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