The world’s second largest freshwater crayfish was once plentiful in Australia’s longest river – we’re bringing it back
The Murray crayfish disappeared from large parts of its range over the past 40 years. Now a community-driven reintroduction ...
Australia's waterbird populations almost halved in just one year, survey finds
A scientist who has worked on the survey says it is normal for waterbird numbers to go through "booms and busts" in line with ...
Sinister haul pulled from major Aussie river: '120,000 and counting'
Some 120,000 European carp were removed from the Torrumbarry Weir in NSW on Monday, and subsequently turned into fertiliser.
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NSW and Victorian irrigators cut water use in half: Yet buybacks continue
NSW and Victorian irrigators’ diversions from the Murray Darling Basin’s rivers have almost halved since 1997-98, as dairy and rice production declined amid federal government water buyouts.
BBQ recipes to take summertime feasting to a new level
A barbecue isn’t just a meal—it’s an occasion that brings people together. Whether you’re gathering with friends on a sunny ...
Mozzies may be carrying Japanese encephalitis this summer. Here’s what to know if you’re spending time outdoors
Health authorities in Victoria and NSW are warning of an increased risk of potentially life threatening mosquito-borne ...
Summer Mosquito Alert: Japanese Encephalitis Risk
Arthur Poulin/Unsplash A Victorian man is reportedly in a critical condition in hospital after contracting Japanese ...
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Crossbench kingmakers could hold sway in house divided
Veteran independents say a minority government could get more done but caution crossbenchers against trying to set deals in ...
Sawfish may have a new threat with fox found targeting newborn pup
Researchers caught one of Australia's most cunning predators in the act hunting a threatened fish species at a key nursery ...
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NSW rushes water plan rollout: mistakes wheat paddocks as wetlands
The NSW government’s rush to finalise seven major water sharing plans by July 1 has led it to declare channels in the middle ...