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Aussies hit 28 million and counting

Aussies hit 28 million and counting

Australia’s population has just reached 28 million, according to estimates from the ABS, but it’s not babies being born driving most to our explosive population growth – so what’s behind it?

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‘Message in a bottle’ mates meet

‘Message in a bottle’ mates meet

A touching letter in a bottle cast into the ocean off Chile in 2007 has united a Norwegian sailor and a Darwin local in an unlikely friendship spanning two decades and thousands of miles

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No bubble trouble for curious cats

No bubble trouble for curious cats

Werribee Open Range Zoo keepers have treated lions and gorillas to a bubble party, capturing hilariously different reactions from each species during the enrichment activity

NASA reveals plan for moon base

NASA reveals plan for moon base

Humans could be living on the moon in as little as six years if NASA’s three-phase plan to build a moon base goes according to schedule. But the US isn’t the only country with lunar aspirations

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Daniher beats Beast in tribute toon

Daniher beats Beast in tribute toon

Cartoonist Mark Knight commemorates AFL great Neale Daniher, who died this week having raised more than $100 million after founding FightMND following a Motor Neurone Disease diagnosis

Aussie Supergirl’s tiny teen attic

Aussie Supergirl’s tiny teen attic

Aspiring actor turned Hollywood heavyweight Milly Alcock has revealed the tiny attic bedroom where she chased global fame as a teenager before landing the title role in the coming blockbuster

Algal bloom fishing ban extended

Algal bloom fishing ban extended

South Australia is working to rejuvenate its damaged marine ecosystem following algal bloom devastation. Find out what the state is doing to help bring back sea life back

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Star drops after French Open win

Star drops after French Open win

Soaring temperatures during a Paris heatwave have caused chaos at Roland-Garros all week, with the 26th seed collapsing on the court requiring medical attention after a brutal five-set sizzler

SpaceX celebrates massive fireball

SpaceX celebrates massive fireball

A test flight win for SpaceX’s giant Starship has thrilled Elon Musk’s team and a large crowd of observers despite the huge explosion upon splashdown as the company prepares to go public

Did umps go potty for Pendlebury?

Did umps go potty for Pendlebury?

AFL great Scott Pendlebury’s celebration of his history-making career in the sport saw the Magpies hold on to claim victory but some fans felt umpires were blinded by the big day – take the poll

Roblox: new roadblocks for kids

Roblox: new roadblocks for kids

Popular gaming platform Roblox has launched new age-based accounts in order to improve safety for its youngest users. Find out what the changes mean for you and your friends

Aussie teen conquers Mt Everest

Aussie teen conquers Mt Everest

Melbourne teenager Bianca Adler has become the youngest ever Australian to conquer Mount Everest after reaching the summit in freezing, windy conditions and is now making her way back down

Fancy running away to the circus?

Fancy running away to the circus?

Chasing a life beneath the big top was an unusual career choice for these Australians but they’re back touring with Cirque du Soleil’s extravaganza. Here’s how they help bring the magic to life

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Aussie teen’s historic solo flight

Aussie teen’s historic solo flight

A Victorian high-school student has become the youngest female pilot to break a world record with her impressive solo fight – raising thousands for charity in the process. Here’s why she did it

‘Smashing pumpkins’ feast at zoo

‘Smashing pumpkins’ feast at zoo

Three female hippos and nine Asian elephants have received the ultimate seasonal treat at one Australian zoo after staff grew giant pumpkins gulped by the animals’ giant jaws in just a few chomps

Flu vaccine given without needle

Flu vaccine given without needle

Researchers are testing the effectiveness of a nasal spray flu vaccine to see if it could replace needles for kids in Australia. Would you rather get your flu shot this way?

World’s fastest sets lofty new goal

World’s fastest sets lofty new goal

Sabastian Sawe made headlines last month when he became the first in the world to legally run a marathon in less than 2 hours. Now, the 27-year-old Kenyan is aiming to go one better in Berlin

Tassie devil’s trip to the dentist

Tassie devil’s trip to the dentist

This little snapper may have a stronger bite than the African lion, but even his teeth need a little TLC from the dentist from time to time. Find out how he went from fractured to fang-tastic

Eagle ray brothers born in captivity

Eagle ray brothers born in captivity

Two endangered eagle ray pups are gliding through their early milestones after their same-day birth at an Australian aquarium in a win for the species – here’s a first look at the newborn boys

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Aussie teens make great mates

Aussie teens make great mates

A new report shows most Aussie teenagers feel they can make new friends easily, however, a close look at the data shows many kids face challenges they can’t control – both here and across the globe

Double dare Deanne’s downhill bid

Double dare Deanne’s downhill bid

Female jockey Deanne Panya will swap racing silks for skateboard sneakers as she prepares to represent Australia at the World Skate Games and hurtle downhill on a longboard at 100km/hr

Royal kids name ‘cuddly’ joey

Royal kids name ‘cuddly’ joey

Princess Charlotte loves animals and the outdoors, so it must have given her great pleasure to help name a cute new joey at Australia Zoo. Find out what the royals called the “cuddly” little creature

Aussie World Cup ban overturned

Aussie World Cup ban overturned

The cancellation of a 20 year-old World Cup tradition had soccer fans in such an uproar Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan decided to turn a red card on the controversy. Find out what happened

Concussion deals a heavy blow

Concussion deals a heavy blow

This footy-loving teen had her world turned upside down when a dangerous tackle led to months of concerning concussion symptoms. But luckily, there are ways to reduce the risk

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How to add value to Bluey coins

How to add value to Bluey coins

Australia Post has released a new set of $2 Bluey coins, potentially inspiring a new generation of collectors who may one day make a ‘Dollarbuck’ if the hobby bounces back – find out what’s valuable

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Kids go blue to help end bullying

Kids go blue to help end bullying

Bullying is a major problem for Aussie kids, with just under half of students across Years 4-9 affected every few weeks. Find out how you can help take a stand this Do It For Dolly Day on May 8

Through Sir Attenborough’s eyes

Through Sir Attenborough’s eyes

Forty species bear his name and he fears rats more than gorillas – the one and only Sir David Attenborough turns 100 after half a century of bringing our planet into the homes of everyday people

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Willy Wonka, eat your heart out

Willy Wonka, eat your heart out

Roald Dahl’s ‘pure imagination’ finds a spiritual home in Australia as Cadbury’s massive $150 million project to build the ultimate chocolate experience is unanimously approved by council

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Bid to save sign language news

Bid to save sign language news

Australia could soon lose its only daily news service delivered in sign language, leaving thousands of deaf Australians without a news service in their first language. Here’s why that is a big deal