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[COPY] Following a record year of racehorse death in Australia, this racing season has got off to a shocking start. In just the first week of the 2023/’24 racing season, 10 thoroughbreds were killed from race-track injuries, setting the tone for another year of unprecedented death and suffering. In October the Coalition for the … Continued
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The Australian Koala Foundation (AKF), the leading non-profit NGO dedicated to the conservation and management of the wild koala and its habitat, unveils a heartwarming collection of Koala-themed treasures donated by supporters. These items, including plush toys, statues, and artworks, celebrate the Koala’s status as a beloved Australian icon and inspire both creativity and affection … Continued
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Bats may have lived in caves and used soundwaves to navigate much earlier than first thought. Of all the mammals, bats have one of the poorest fossil records, with palaeontologists estimating that about 80 per cent of it is missing. This has made it difficult to pinpoint exactly when they first began to fly, or … Continued
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17 October 2023 – YelpKelp®, a pioneer in the pet industry, proudly announces the launch of a revolutionary pet supplement designed to address the growing concern of iodine deficiency in dogs. By harnessing the incredible power of kelp, YelpKelp® offers an innovative solution that can be easily incorporated into your dog’s daily diet, ensuring they … Continued
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80 years old and retired, yet Dulcie Ryan has taken a significant stride in supporting Koala conservation, dedicating countless hours to crafting a koala-themed quilt. From bushfires that decimated habitats, to devastating logging that wiped out entire Koala families, the Koala population is rapidly plummeting. Moved by the distressing plight of these cherished creatures, … Continued
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The Christmas spirit has come early to the cozy town of Warialda, in rural NSW, and it’s not just about festive decorations and holiday cheer; it’s about making a lasting impact on the world around us, particularly when it comes to Koala conservation. At the forefront of this thriving community’s conservation efforts stands the “Save … Continued
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MELBOURNE AUSTRALIA, 9 Oct 2023 – Illumina, Inc. (NASDAQ: ILMN) Genetic technologies could be a gamechanger for Australian beekeepers as they negotiate life with varroa mite and look to future breeding strategies. In September, Australian authorities declared the parasite could not be eradicated. It’s big news for apiarists, who have spent more than 12 months … Continued
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Analysis of Riversleigh fossils reveals fascinating new facts about a tiny possum’s ancestors. Scientists have long known that the miniature feather-tailed possums in Australia and the island of New Guinea – members of the marsupial family Acrobatidae – were evolutionary cousins, but where they started their long evolutionary journey has been a bit of … Continued
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Councils go Crazy about our Australian Icon, Sulphur Crested Cockatoos. Sulphur-crested cockatoos are an iconic parrot. They are part of the Australian identity in both the city and the bush. Yet why are they getting a BAD WRAP? Sulphur-crested cockatoos have learnt how to open garbage bins. Then they teach and share the … Continued
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Sydney dog trainers “Paws in Protest” will give free dog training advice today at Sydney Town Hall steps from 10.30 am to 3.30 pm. Paws in Protest formed to publicise modern animal training methods in the wake of social media phenomenon, “Dog Daddy”. Controversial dog trainer, Augusto DeOliveira aka “Dog Daddy” is scheduled to … Continued
