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Margaret River Shiraz Crowned Australia's Best Red Wine

In a stunning upset that's shaking the wine world, Western Australia's Margaret River region has dethroned traditional favourites to produce the country's best Shiraz, according to prestigious international judging.

Slender-billed Curlew declared extinct

The slender-billed curlew, once a migratory marvel across Europe and the UK, has been officially declared extinct after decades without confirmed sightings, marking another devastating blow to global biodiversity.

Wolf packs return to Europe after near extinction

Europe's wolf population has made a remarkable comeback from near extinction, but their expanding territories are creating fresh conflicts with farmers and sparking political debates across the continent.

Australia's last native shrew declared extinct

Scientists confirm the Christmas Island shrew has vanished forever, becoming Australia's first mammal extinction in decades and highlighting the global biodiversity crisis.

Australian Bird of the Year 2025: Who Will Win?

The prestigious Australian Bird of the Year competition returns for 2025, pitting iconic species against each other in a battle for avian supremacy that captures the nation's heart.

Jane Goodall's final warning to world leaders

Legendary conservationist Dr Jane Goodall delivers powerful critique of global leadership in what may be her final public message, urging humanity to confront environmental crises.

Australia's rarest bird of prey faces silent extinction

Australia's rarest bird of prey, the Red Goshawk, is vanishing without public notice. Conservationists reveal how habitat destruction and bureaucratic inertia are pushing this magnificent raptor to the brink.

Australian Bird of the Year 2025: Voting Open

The highly anticipated Australian Bird of the Year competition for 2025 has officially launched, inviting nature enthusiasts and bird lovers nationwide to cast their votes for their favourite feathered contenders in this celebrated conservation initiative

AI Pioneer Warns of Human Extinction Risk

Yoshua Bengio, one of AI's founding fathers, issues chilling warning that artificial intelligence could surpass human control and potentially lead to humanity's extinction without urgent regulation.

Trump's 100% Tariff Threat to Australian Industry

Former US President Donald Trump is poised to announce crushing 100% tariffs on Australian aluminium and steel imports if re-elected, dealing a catastrophic blow to a key Australian industry and threatening thousands of jobs.

Attenborough Finds 'Extinct' Prehistoric Fish Alive

Sir David Attenborough's latest documentary uncovers the incredible survival story of the coelacanth, a prehistoric fish once thought lost to extinction for 66 million years. Dive into the deep-sea mystery that has captivated scientists and naturalists.

AI Watchdog: 'Everyone Will Die' in Worst-Case Scenario

The UK's first AI Safety Institute chief has issued a stark warning, stating that the worst-case scenario for artificial intelligence could lead to human extinction. The alarming prediction highlights the urgent need for global regulation as AI capabiliti

Spix's Macaw Returns from Extinction in Wild

The iconic blue Spix's Macaw, declared extinct in the wild, is making a triumphant return to its Brazilian home thanks to a groundbreaking conservation programme led by India's Vantara initiative.

Climate activists glue themselves to Melbourne CBD streets

Climate change protesters from Extinction Rebellion have caused major disruptions in Melbourne's CBD, gluing themselves to a key intersection during morning rush hour, demanding immediate government action on the climate emergency.

Dodo De-Extinction: Scientists Make Major Breakthrough

Groundbreaking genetic research brings the dream of resurrecting the extinct dodo bird one step closer to reality. Scientists achieve a major milestone in sequencing its genome, sparking both excitement and ethical debate.

Australian Music Legend Jon English Dies Aged 73

The entertainment world mourns the loss of Jon English, the trailblazing Australian musician and actor, who has died aged 73. Remembered for his role in 'Against the Wind' and a stellar music career.

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