Science
By Science Correspondent Researchers from the University of Queensland have confirmed that Brisbane’s only known dinosaur fossil is the oldest ever found in Australia, dating back around 230 million years to the early Late Triassic period. The fossil, an 18.5-centimetre footprint, was discovered in 1958 at Petrie’s
Health,
By Mental Health Correspondent Breathing happens around 20,000 times a day, but how many of those breaths are truly effective? According to recent research published by National Geographic, the way you breathe profoundly impacts your brain and body, influencing everything from heart health and mood to memory and sleep.
News
By Jill Dando News Plastic pollution littering Australian coastlines has dropped by more than a third over the last decade, according to research by CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency. Researchers surveyed inland, riverine, and coastal habitats across six metropolitan regions across Australia including Hobart in Tasmania, Newcastle in New
Animals
By Jill Dando News A touching success story unfolded at the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital, as Lady J, named in honour of Wildlife Warrior Julia Morris, was released into her natural habitat after undergoing nine months of dedicated rehabilitation! Julia generously donated towards the care of Lady J, a beautiful
Animals
By Jill Dando News On Friday 15 November, Australia Zoo celebrated Steve Irwin Day by honouring the legacy of the greatest Wildlife Warrior that ever lived. A special day on the Australia Zoo calendar, Steve Irwin Day represents everything Steve was so passionate about: family, conservation and fun. Each year,
Good News Tonic
By Jill Dando News A Brisbane-based Clinical Psychologist, is set to release a debut series of children’s books designed to assist children in navigating complex emotional situations. Clinical Psychologist now author, Olivia Yaksich, has penned a number of books aimed to help young readers and their families navigate stressors.
Animals
By Jill Dando News The internationally renowned Watoto Children’s Choir, currently on the last leg of their 2024 Australian tour, made a special stop at Australia Zoo where they not only performed, but had the incredible opportunity to live out a dream—spending time with some of Australia’s