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Conservation group Rainforest Rescue won approval to transform former sugarcane farms into tropical rainforest near Australia's ancient Daintree. The project could restore 405 hectares over 15 years while creating new income for struggling farmers.
Queensland is creating a groundbreaking agency dedicated to detecting and preventing child sexual abuse after a review revealed systemic failures. The Queensland Protection Commission will unite experts across departments to share vital information and identify threats before children are harmed.
Wildlife carers in Queensland who spend their own money feeding orphaned joeys and treating injured koalas can now get reimbursed up to $5,000 for essential supplies. The state government just opened applications for $300,000 in grants recognizing the volunteers who quietly save Australia's native animals.
Britain has a critically endangered rainforest most people don't know exists, and a 90-year-old explorer is pedaling down the River Thames to save it. Robin Hanbury-Tenison will water bike 104 miles over four days to fund Europe's first temperate rainforest research station.
Australia's Queensland is opening its wallet to power up remote communities with clean energy. A $144 million fund is now accepting proposals for solar, wind, and battery projects that could transform the state's northwest.
A major water company just slashed its planned price hike in half after the Queensland government stepped in. What started as a 3.7% increase is now just 1.7%, saving families real money.
Queensland is removing all 78 children under five from residential care facilities after an inquiry found serious failures in the child safety system. The government accepted 52 recommendations aimed at protecting vulnerable children and prioritizing family-based care.
Queensland and Japan just launched a groundbreaking sports tourism partnership that will transform how both countries attract visitors through innovation and athletic events. The collaboration sets the stage for major economic growth ahead of Brisbane's 2032 Olympic Games.
An accommodation owner in Queensland became the first person prosecuted under the state's 16-year-old guide dog protection laws, marking a significant legal milestone. The landmark case sends a clear message to businesses that refusing service animals carries real consequences.
Queensland has expanded its free nasal spray flu vaccine program to cover all children ages 6 to 17, making it easier for families to protect their kids without needles. The move comes as officials rush to use expiring vaccine stocks before winter arrives.
Southern Queensland farmers are making smart decisions before a dry spell turns into crisis. By destocking early and building creative water solutions, they're protecting their land and their future.
After losing 86% of its farms since 2000, Queensland's dairy industry is finally bouncing back with up to 20 new farms and 30% production growth since 2021. Families like the Rozynskis are proving the once-struggling sector can thrive again.
Ancient stone tools discovered in Côte d'Ivoire prove humans lived deep in West African rainforests 150,000 years ago, more than double the previous record. The finding rewrites what scientists thought possible about our ancestors' incredible adaptability.
A termite with a head shaped like a sperm whale has stunned researchers exploring South American rainforests. The discovery reveals there's still so much life on Earth waiting to be found.
A rare tropical plant grows bright red structures that look exactly like glossy human lips wearing lipstick. The stunning "Hooker's Lips" flower only displays this remarkable appearance for a few weeks each year in Central American rainforests.
Queensland's forensics lab has cleared a backlog of over 600 sexual assault kits and will soon resume local testing with results in just 5-10 days. Victims who once waited years for answers can now expect justice within weeks.
A Central Queensland permaculture farm is marking a decade of teaching families and communities how to grow food and restore land. High Valley Dawn is celebrating with its biggest year yet, including the region's first official permaculture course.
Over five years, Queensland councils discovered they owned more than a billion dollars worth of roads, paths, and drains they didn't know existed. Better bookkeeping is now helping cities get control of their assets.
A new free program in North Queensland is making it easy to safely dispose of lithium-ion batteries after fire incidents more than doubled since 2022. The initiative covers everything from electric toothbrushes to e-scooters, protecting communities and waste workers from dangerous fires.
A wildlife carer in Charleville, Queensland launched her own bounty program to protect native species from invasive Indian myna birds. Her DIY conservation effort has removed more than 80 birds and inspired neighboring communities to take action.
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