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‘If the land is sick, so are we’: Australian First Nations spirituality explained

More than two-thirds of young Australians are experiencing eco-anxiety, while almost half of Australians believe our country is in “decline”.

Global demand for oil could peak soon

Even if oil demand peaks later than forecast, the progression from prospecting to exploration and mining can take decades.

Australian High Commission joins Indian PM Modi in honoring mothers with tree planting on World Environment Day

Members of the Australian High Commission planted trees at their compound, marking their solidarity with the Prime Minister’s initiative.

Fiji’s capital named best for environment in Global Cities ranking

For this year, Fiji has welcomed 271,683 visitors and generated $970 million, showcasing tourism sector's resilience and growth.

Call for Pacific journalists to lead environmental action

Dr Michael stressed the importance of collaboration with local and regional media outlets to amplify stories of environmental injustices faced by communities.

The Holocene or the Anthropocene – Are we serious about the climate change?

“A committee of roughly two dozen scholars has, by a large majority, voted down a proposal to declare the start of the Anthropocene, a newly created epoch of geologic time.”

Fiji steadfast in addressing climate change with an emphasis on gender inclusivity

“We need greater representation of women in climate-related decision-making at all levels, ensuring that women can influence climate strategies."

How Australia’s First Nations managed Australia’s ecosystems

As we face an uncertain climate future, it’s valuable to look at how people weathered such change.

North Queensland’s record-breaking floods are a frightening portent of what’s to come under climate change

Cairns airport is closed, roads are extensively damaged and residents in the city’s northern beaches are cut off by floodwaters.

“Falepili Union”: Australia and Tuvalu sign historic agreement

Australia has committed to providing a special pathway for citizens of Tuvalu to come to Australia with access to Australian services.

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53-foot tractor-trailer driver Baljeet Singh pleads guilty in deadly pileup, was playing phone game and fled to India

The crash killed 42-year-old mother Nancy Lefrançois and her 11-year-old son Loïc Chevalier, who were travelling in a passenger vehicle struck in the collision.

Indian Premier League could be played in Australia, Adelaide Oval explores plan

The proposal is part of a broader idea to strengthen cricket ties between Australia and India.

Perth toddler Sandipan Dhar’s death ‘probably preventable’ after missed blood test, coroner says

21-month-old Sandipan died in March 2024 after being taken to hospital with a persistent fever that had lasted for weeks.
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