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Minns says alleged Islamophobic threats against Lakemba mosque ‘truly disgusting’ – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU · Mar 19, 2025

We found the only kangaroo that doesn’t hop – and it can teach us how roos evolved their quirky gait

In the remnant rainforests of coastal far-north Queensland, bushwalkers may be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of a diminutive marsupial that’s the last living representative of its family.

The Conversation · Mar 19, 2025

Rain gave Australia’s environment a fourth year of reprieve in 2024 – but this masks deepening problems: report

For the fourth year running, the condition of Australia’s environment has been relatively good overall. Our national environment scorecard released today gives 2024 a mark of 7.7 out of 10.

The Conversation · Mar 19, 2025

Chronic patients get most relief in medicine cost cut

Patients could save almost $7 on each prescription as the government promises to make medicines cheaper in a move supported by the coalition.

AAP · Mar 19, 2025

Graham's brave bid for world moguls medal falls short

Australian freestyle skier Matt Graham's noble effort to win a fifth world championship medal has come up short in St Moritz.

AAP · Mar 19, 2025

Mild winters and trend towards electrification will push back gas shortage until 2028, Aemo says

Increased cost of the fossil fuel has also cut forecasts of how much gas will be needed in Australia’s southern states

The Guardian - AU · Mar 19, 2025

Australia’s Super Rugby revival helping to prime Wallabies for Lions challenge

A flying start to the season featuring expansive rugby being played at breakneck speed has lifted spirits ahead of the Lions’ arrival on Australian soil

The Guardian - AU · Mar 19, 2025

Bob Carr says Aukus a ‘colossal surrender of sovereignty’ if submarines do not arrive under Australian control

Former foreign minister says it is ‘inevitable’ US won’t supply nuclear-powered submarines under Aukus

The Guardian - AU · Mar 19, 2025

Australians have lost hope in the fair go, with profound implications for the election

The character of our country is changing radically – with profound implications for the federal election

The Guardian - AU · Mar 19, 2025

Can animals make art?

In the forests of eastern Australia, satin bowerbirds create structures known as “bowers.”

The Conversation · Mar 19, 2025