A hot summer saw Australians use record amounts of electricity, but the growing share of renewable energy continued to push fossil fuels out of the grid, driving gas generation to its lowest level in 25 years.
New research reveals Karenia cristata, the algae behind South Australia's massive 2025 algal bloom, is the most toxic species of its kind studied. Even low concentrations caused significant marine mortality, impacting coastal wildlife for over a year.
Heavy rainfall has transformed Australia's Channel Country into a rare bird haven, attracting species like the golden-headed cisticola inland. While exciting for birdwatchers, experts note a slight concern for potential bird flu spread.
Oral care company Hismile is facing criticism for using "misleading" social media ads. The ads feature sales professionals and staff dressed as health workers, some using AI-generated imagery, and include a clip of a woman banned from providing health services. This follows a recent fine for similar advertising practices.
Solomon Islands PM Matthew Wale condemned China's missile test, signaling a shift from the region's 'friends to all' policy. Leaders from Fiji and PNG also voiced concerns, highlighting historical trauma from nuclear testing. This marks a significant change for the Solomon Islands, previously a close China ally.
Queensland's government is projected to collect nearly $5 billion annually from land tax by 2029-30, a significant increase from current figures. The tax, which applies to investment properties exceeding a $600,000 threshold, was previously criticized by Premier David Crisafulli as affecting "humble" investors.
Employees of Sydney-based branding agency For The People found their office locked due to unpaid rent. A liquidator's report suggests the director, Chris Billing, operated the company while insolvent for years, potentially engaging in illegal 'phoenix trading' by transferring business to a new entity to avoid debts totaling nearly $5 million to the ATO and $8 million to creditors.
