A new 850-kilowatt solar farm and one-megawatt battery storage system in Windorah, Queensland, aims to increase energy resilience and reduce diesel use by over 50%. While locals won't see lower power bills, the project is seen as a step towards decarbonization for remote, diesel-reliant communities.
O Pátio Limeira Shopping promove shows gratuitos de forró de 18 a 21 de julho para celebrar a cultura junina. A programação inclui artistas como Lis Ferraz, Matutos, Belo Xote e Tom Santana, com o objetivo de oferecer uma experiência tradicional aos clientes.
After being decimated by feral cats and foxes, the burrowing bettong, a football-sized marsupial, has been reintroduced to Sturt National Park in New South Wales. Ecologists are monitoring the animals, equipped with radio collars, as they adapt to a 'wild training zone' designed to control predators.
Sergeants Lawrence and Hogan, part of Queensland's 48.7% female forensic workforce, share their experiences working in the outback, from solving crimes to community engagement, highlighting the rewards and challenges of their roles.
Marree, South Australia, celebrates the end of a record-breaking drought with annual events Camel Cup and Maree Gymkhana & Motorkhana, marking a welcome relief for pastoralists with significant rainfall after a dry 2025.
Comércio em Uberaba e Uberlândia terá horários especiais durante jogos do Brasil na Copa. Lojas fecharão mais cedo em dias de partida.
Cidades do Alto Tietê preparam telões, promoções e atrações para receber torcedores durante a Copa do Mundo. A expectativa é alta para a estreia do Brasil no sábado (13), com eventos planejados em bares, restaurantes e praças.
French-Canadian firm Flying Whales aims to establish an airship cargo hub in Mount Isa, Australia, by 2029. The company seeks government investment for its carbon-neutral LCA60T airships, designed for low-cost freight in remote areas. However, talks have stalled as government funds prioritize other sectors.
A motorbike rider has died in a crash during the Finke Desert Race in Central Australia. The incident occurred on Sunday at 12:40pm; police and paramedics responded, but the rider succumbed to injuries. The event, marking its 50th anniversary, will continue as planned despite the fatality.
The Finke Desert Race, a 460km off-road race from Alice Springs to Finke and back, celebrates its 50th anniversary this weekend. Originally a motorbike-only event in 1976, it now includes buggies and trucks, attracting over 800 competitors.
Chris Hemsworth's Wild State production company is developing a feature film and documentary series about Australia's Finke Desert Race, celebrating its 50th anniversary. The project aims to bring the brutal outback race to a global audience.
Quilpie, a town in outback Queensland, is adopting flat-pack homes to address a severe housing shortage. The crisis, exacerbated by the departure of essential service providers, is being tackled by innovative building solutions like modular kits to attract new residents and essential workers.
Outback Queensland councils are seeking guidance from Texas, a US state leading in wind energy, to develop their own renewable energy sector. Energy lawyers from Texas are visiting Queensland to share lessons on landholder negotiations and waste disposal from their state's wind boom.
A Virginia woman is suing Outback Steakhouse for $1.5 million after slipping on mashed potatoes and sustaining serious injuries. Tracy J. Renshaw claims the restaurant created a dangerous condition and failed to warn patrons.
Police in Mount Isa, Australia, shot and killed a pet dog named Smokey after accidentally running it over. The incident, captured on video, has drawn criticism from animal rights groups and the dog's owner's family.
Two friends, Brenton Taylor and Brenton Whittenbury, are driving 1925 Studebakers from Adelaide to Darwin and back, recreating Captain Edward Bagot's 1924 journey. They are raising funds for the Royal Flying Doctors Service.
The Stuart Highway in South Australia's far north is closed in both directions after a serious crash involving a car and a road train near Bulgunnia. Emergency crews and investigators are at the scene, with the duration of the closure unknown.
A serious crash involving a car and a road train has closed the Stuart Highway in both directions in South Australia's far north. Emergency crews and investigators are at the scene near Bulgunnia station, with the condition of those involved unknown.
Leaked documents show mining giant BHP is delaying decarbonisation efforts in Western Australia, purchasing polluting trucks and scrapping greener facilities. Experts warn this could have global implications. The Pope also denounced AI.
Leaked documents reveal mining giant BHP is delaying decarbonisation efforts in Western Australia. Pope Francis has criticized AI, while Australia's David Pocock discusses a potential 'teal' political party. The world's longest golf course and other news are also covered.
The Nullarbor Links, the world's longest golf course at 1,365km across Australia's outback, offers a unique challenge with varied terrain, wildlife, and fundraising for the Royal Flying Doctor Service.
O festival Restaurant Week acontece no Rio de Janeiro com menus completos a preços fixos de R$ 59,90 a R$ 149,90. A expectativa é de vender 64 mil menus, com impacto de R$ 10 milhões na economia local. Parte da arrecadação pode ser destinada ao INCAvoluntário.
A magnitude-5.5 earthquake in Australia's outback has created a significant ground rupture, offering University of Melbourne researchers a rare opportunity to study seismic activity and its geological impacts. The findings could help predict future earthquake damage near populated areas.
The Topar Campdraft in far west NSW marks 30 years, showcasing a traditional Australian bush sport that combines horsemanship, cattle handling, and speed. The event also hosts a clinic, attracting participants from across the country.
