Remarkable Discovery on Trees Tell Tales of Australia’s Aboriginal Culture

Medicine & Technology Jun 15, 2020

Research reveals breakthrough findings on the history of Aboriginal Australians through the discovery of a new tree scar and stone tool. Scientists find evidence that the community displayed cultural persistence during their time. Click the link above to learn more.

What Is a Woman? Apparently, They Can Have Penises, Says the Australian Academy of Science

Jun 01, 2020

Many are left baffled after the Australian Academy of Science changed the definition of a woman. The academy now states that a woman is "anyone who recognizes themself as a woman." Click the link above to read more.

The Last Known Tasmanian Tiger Died Months After 1935 Recording, While Others Question Extinction

May 29, 2020

The last known Tasmanian Tiger was recorded to die months after a 1935 recording at Hobart Zoo, yet there are sighting reports from 2017-2019.

Brave Man Who Saved a Whale Calf Caught in Nets Could Be Fined $27,000 for Interfering with Shark Control

May 19, 2020

A man saves a whale calf entangled in nets off the Gold Coast but now could face fines amounting to $27,000. Queensland has been implementing the shark netting program for years, but many start to question whether the nets do more damage than good. Click the link above to watch a video of the rescue.

Fishes in Australian Aquariums Show Signs of Depression with No Human Visitors to Interact with Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

May 16, 2020

Numerous fishes in an aquarium in Australia has stopped eating, while others are hiding in the dark corners of their tank due to the lack of human interaction after the aquarium was closed in March due to COVID-19 pandemic.

Australia Launches Bluetooth-Enabled Contact Tracing App Despite Privacy Invasion Complaints

Apr 27, 2020

Australia launched the controversial COVIDSafe to trace any past contact with people who have the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). Using a phone's Bluetooth signal, it can register if the user encountered anyone with COVID-19.

Severely Burned Anwen and Other Surviving Koalas From the Recent Australian Bushfire Recuperated and Released in The Wild

Apr 23, 2020

Good news! Several koalas that survived the recent Australian bushfires are now re-released to the Lake Innes Nature Reserve in New South Wales. After recuperating in the Koala Hospital in New South Wales, the marsupials are now ready to start anew in the wild. Read the full story. Click the link above.

Scientist Shocked to Find a Lizard That Can Both Lay Eggs and Give Birth: Is this a Sign of Evolutionary Shift?

Apr 07, 2020

An Australian lizard shocked scientists with its unique ability to both give birth and lay eggs. Why is that?

Scientists in Australia has Started Tests of Possible Coronavirus Vaccine

Apr 02, 2020

Pre-clinical testing by Australia's national science agency has commenced its first stage of testing potential vaccines for coronavirus

At Least 10,000 Desperate and Thirsty Camels in Danger of Being Shot in South Australia

Jan 09, 2020

Aboriginal communities are frustrated not only by the effects of the recent bushfires but also with thirsty camels terrorizing their homes.

Heatwave in Australia Caused By Bushfire Threatens Lives and Livelihoods

Dec 16, 2019

In Mount Wilson, a house was burned down along with several sheds and at Mount Tomah, buildings were destroyed.

Being Overweight Worsens Asthma Symptoms, New Study Finds

Oct 19, 2019

Obesity has long been linked to worsening respiratory illnesses. However, it's the first time it has been seen as the direct cause of asthma-related illnesses.

The "Iron Dragon" Fossils of Australia

Oct 05, 2019

With wings spanning some 13 feet across, Ferrodraco lentoni took to the skies roughly 96 million years ago.

Newly-Discovererd Herbivore Dinosaur Fossils are Preserved in Opals

Jun 08, 2019

The fossils represent the most complete dinosaur fossil ever found preserved in opal.

First Mammal Become Extinct Victim of Climate Change

May 09, 2019

Rising sea levels destroyed the mammal’s habit, essentially eradicating the species.