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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.
Scientists in South Australia have discovered naturally occurring hydrogen deep underground with 97% purity, offering a cleaner alternative to fossil fuels. The state is leading a global exploration boom that could transform how we power industries and cut emissions.
The New York Knicks are bringing the city together in ways it hasn't seen in years, with fans from every borough rallying behind their team's resurgence. After years of disappointment, the team's success is creating genuine moments of joy across one of America's most diverse cities.
After 27 years, the New York Knicks are heading to the NBA Finals, and fans from every corner of the city came together at Radio City Music Hall to celebrate. The watch party turned into a beautiful display of unity as thousands of New Yorkers shared pure joy.
Satellite technology just revealed over 1,000 coral reefs hiding in Australia's murky northern waters that nobody knew existed. The discovery rivals the size of the Great Barrier Reef and opens new possibilities for marine conservation.
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.
New York just became a major player in robotics innovation with the launch of New York Robotics, a nonprofit uniting over 160 startups across the region. The move positions the Big Apple alongside Silicon Valley and Boston as a global center for cutting-edge robot technology.
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.
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