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New legislation in SA introduces landmark duty not to harm biodiversity

New biodiversity legislation has been passed in South Australia. New laws introduce a range of protections for flora and fauna across the State, as well as a general duty that applies to individuals, businesses and governments not to harm biodiversity. Originally pledged by SA Premier Peter Malinauskas, the new laws represent a renewed commitment to …

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Koala Park Delay Sparks Hunger Strike

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Pressure is mounting on the Minns Labor Government to fulfill their 2 yearlong promise to establish the Great Koala National Park as advocates take to the stairs of parliament house itself to have their voices heard. Forests at Orara East, Pine Creek, Newry, Wild Cattle Creek and Mt Coramba – all part of the proposed …

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Feral cats underestimated in killings of reintroduced species

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In 2024, the Minister for Environment and Water, Tanya Plibersek, declared that the Federal Government had reached a new frontier on what it called “a war on feral cats”. In 2025, feral cats have been found to pose an even greater threat to translocation and conservation programs than previously thought; with a DNA study from …

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Native lizard halts Canberra Airport construction

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The critically endangered Canberra Grassland Earless Dragon lives near Canberra Airport’s runway, where a new road is planned. Roadworks began, sparking outrage from conservationists. The Department of Environment intervened, halting work temporarily. Senator David Pocock emphasised the need to address Australia’s biodiversity loss. Talks continue, and for now, the Earless Dragon remains safe. Produced By: …

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Turtle Talk: Saving the Endangered Bell’s Turtle

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A university team in the Northern Tablelands of NSW are on a mission to save the endangered Bell’s turtle. The threatened native species aren’t found anywhere else in the world, and the population is at high risk of extinction- with foxes raiding almost 100 per cent of nests. This year, University of New England researcher …

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Analysis of genetic diversity shows conservation action needed

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As the world remains in the grips of climate change, how is the preservation of animals and plant life impacted? According to analysis of 628 species, genetic diversity in plants, animal and fungi species has seen a downward turn worldwide. The study revealed a decrease in two thirds of the analysed populations, but also highlighted the …

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First Nations communities critical to environmental conservation efforts

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Last week the Global Nature Positive Summit kicked off in Sydney, bringing leaders together from across the world to discuss effective ways to protect and repair our environment. First Nations leaders and representatives across different sectors gathered at the summit to build understanding of the changes required to value nature and address biodiversity loss. New …

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Dark web of wildlife trade

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The rise of the internet has seen an incline in wildlife trade. However, the dark web has since opened doors on another layer of exchange with majority of wildlife, plants and fungi sold mostly for recreational drugs, according to Australian researchers. A new study published in the British Ecological Society journal highlights 153 species traded …

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