Neil, a one-tonne southern elephant seal famous for his viral beachside antics in Tasmania, has returned to the sea. The five-year-old spent weeks lounging on suburban streets, attracting millions of views and visitors before his departure was confirmed by wildlife authorities.
A 37-year-old firefighter from southern Tasmania has been charged with possessing bestiality material. Police allege they found the material on a storage device. The man is suspended and will appear in court in October.
Wildlife advocates and a local councillor are calling for stricter regulations in Tasmania to protect Neil, a popular five-year-old elephant seal. Concerns are rising about public safety and Neil's welfare as his popularity grows, with fears he could be euthanized if people don't maintain distance. A petition seeks restricted access zones around his habitats.
Wildlife advocates and a local councillor are calling for stricter regulations in Tasmania to protect Neil, a popular five-year-old elephant seal. Concerns are rising about public safety and Neil's welfare as his popularity grows, with fears authorities might need to euthanize him if people don't maintain distance. A petition seeks restricted access zones around his habitats.
As Neil, a popular five-year-old elephant seal, attracts global attention in Tasmania, wildlife advocates and a local councillor are urging for stricter protection laws. Concerns are rising about potential euthanasia if the public doesn't maintain distance, prompting calls for restricted access zones and increased fines.
Neil, a 1-tonne elephant seal, has become a local celebrity and "menace" in southern Tasmania, bypassing barricades and damaging property. Experts explain his behavior as normal for a growing, lonely seal, while conservationists highlight the vulnerable status of his species due to bird flu.
Tasmania Police have dismantled a significant 3D-printed gun manufacturing operation in Risdon Vale, charging a 43-year-old man. The raid uncovered 3D printers, illegal firearms, and digital blueprints, highlighting a growing concern over these banned weapons.
Tasmania Police have dismantled a sophisticated 3D-printed gun manufacturing operation in Risdon Vale, seizing 3D printers, firearms, and digital blueprints. A 43-year-old man has been charged with multiple firearm offenses.
Clare Glade-Wright has unseated fellow independent Dean Harriss in the southern Tasmanian upper house seat of Huon.
