How to see year’s ‘best meteor shower’
The famous Perseids return to night skies tonight. Here’s when it peaks, how it works, and how Aussies can catch a glimpse.
Environment
Greens demand PM act on toxic bloom
As one Aussie state continues to suffer from a “disaster” algae bloom that is putting the future of the fisheries industry in crisis, the Greens have made a simple demand from Albo.
‘Morons’: 4 years’ jail for cutting down tree
Two men have been sentenced with four years jail time over the “moronic mission” chopping down a much-loved tree.
Shock call as ‘real risk’ island will disappear
A landmark court decision has found while there’s a ‘real risk’ two small islands considered part of Australia will disappear, the government owes them nothing.
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‘Like a toilet’: Sewage blankets suburbs
Australia’s longest city may have just taken a long drop down the rankings to become the county’s worst-smelling, as authorities scramble to stem a massive sewage leak.
Farms, radio, columns: Where are TV’s lost stars now?
They are many of the faces we’re used to seeing on our TV screens, but the landscape has changed drastically. WHERE ARE THEY NOW?
Polar blast marks start of Aussie ski season
Blizzard conditions and damaging winds have marked the start of a frigid Australian snow season as multiple states brace for a brutal polar blast.
Katter hits back after Irwin croc sledge
A row over croc culling between Bob Katter and Terri Irwin has intensified, with the maverick MP questioning the animal conservationist over her knowledge of the iconic Aussie reptile.
Historic deal following sacred site destruction
An Australian mining giant has inked a deal with traditional owners after the 2020 destruction of historic and sacred land.
Price of common Aussie staples to soar
The price of two staple grocery items are set to soar as farmers face extreme weather hardships – and the whole eastern Aussie seaboard could feel the squeeze.
Travel chaos as thick fog blankets Sydney
A thick blanket of fog over Sydney has led to traffic chaos across the city – with flights affected and ferries cancelled due to poor visibility.
Plea for Aussie tourism ‘game-changer’
More than 100 businesses have signed a letter in support of a “game-changing” plan to protect a beloved Australian animal that could become the country’s next great attraction.
Staggering map exposes Dutton, Albo issue
Over just five weeks Albo and Dutton caught an estimated 80 flights, emitting roughly half the amount of emissions of fuel-guzzling Taylor Swift.
‘Widely felt’: Earthquake rattles NSW
An earthquake has shaken parts of regional New South Wales, with aftershocks potentially on the way, but experts predict it is all part of a normal process.
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