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Chihuahuas named Jet and Pickle made aviation history as the first pets to fly in cabin from Adelaide. Virgin Australia's popular program has now welcomed nearly 1,500 furry passengers with overwhelmingly positive results.
One of the world's biggest energy companies is betting billions on Australia's green future. Octopus Australia just announced plans to pour $14.2 billion into renewable energy projects over the next five years.
A Sydney man received Australia's longest-ever wildlife trafficking sentence for smuggling native lizards in popcorn bags and cookie tins. The crackdown shows authorities are getting serious about protecting Australia's unique reptiles, 90% of which exist nowhere else on Earth.
Southern Cross University is partnering with Wildlife Recovery Australia to train veterinary students in wildlife care, creating the only hands-on wildlife hospital program in the country. The initiative tackles Australia's critical shortage of 1,500 veterinarians while ensuring injured native animals get the expert care they deserve.
South Australia just proved renewable energy can save money, not cost it. The state's electricity prices dropped by a third in one year and are now Australia's lowest as solar and wind power near 100%.
A century after nearly vanishing, koalas in South Australia are making an incredible comeback thanks to a bold conservation effort that started with just 18 animals. Now researchers are working to ensure this success story continues for generations to come.
Indians have overtaken the English as Australia's largest overseas-born community for the first time in history, reaching 971,020 people. This young, highly educated group is reshaping Australia's economy and culture with their entrepreneurial spirit and rich traditions.
Australia is opening bulk-billing contraceptive centers in every state and territory, making long-acting birth control free and accessible to all women. The $25.6 million program aims to combat misinformation and remove cost barriers that have kept Australia's uptake far below other developed nations.
Sam Kerr led Australia to victory over North Korea in a nail-biting quarterfinal, punching the Matildas' ticket to next year's World Cup in Brazil. The Chelsea forward scored one goal and set up another as Australia turned just two shots into goals against a relentless opponent.
Crowds surrounded the Iranian women's soccer team bus in Australia, chanting "save our girls" after players refused to sing their national anthem. The bold protest has sparked an international movement urging Australia to offer the athletes asylum.
A massive battery project in South Australia just secured funding and will soon power thousands of homes with clean energy storage. The smart twist? It's being built at an existing power station site, proving that going green can also mean going practical.
A groundbreaking AI data center powered by wind and solar will be built in partnership with Indigenous landowners in Western Australia's Kimberley region. Opening in 2032, it will be Australia's largest facility for training AI models like those behind ChatGPT.
Scientists discovered a second koala species that lived in Western Australia until 30,000 years ago, revealing Australia's richer wildlife past. The find came from century-old cave fossils that finally included enough skull material to identify the unique species.
Australia is positioned to become a major producer of polysilicon, the essential material for solar panels, with plans for a plant that could compete globally while meeting demand for cleaner, ethically sourced supplies.
Scientists confirmed that a second koala species once lived exclusively in Western Australia, disappearing around 30,000 years ago when the climate dried. The discovery rewrites what we know about one of Australia's most beloved animals.
South Australia is making major progress in controlling feral deer populations after tightening farm regulations and introducing advanced tracking systems. The state is now leading Australia's fight against invasive deer species.
Seven Iranian women's soccer players found safety in Australia this week after their silent protest at the Asian Cup raised fears for their lives back home. It's the second time in four years Australia has opened its doors to female athletes facing persecution.
Vietnam and Australia are strengthening their partnership to turn scientific research into real-world solutions. New policies, university collaborations, and investment networks are bridging the gap between lab discoveries and market success.
Henry Hutchison, Australia's most-capped rugby sevens player, says Friday's opening matches in Spain could define his team's entire season. With World Series qualification on the line, the three-time Olympian is focused on securing wins that would keep Australia's championship dreams alive.
Australia's soccer captain Sam Kerr returns to lead her national team in the upcoming Women's Asian Cup, joined by teammate Mary Fowler who's making a remarkable comeback just months after major knee surgery. The tournament kicks off March 1 in Perth as Australia chases its second Asian Cup title.
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