On 4 May 1864, the first brown trout eggs ever successfully shipped to Australia hatched in the cool waters of Plenty River, Tasmania – causing a ripple effect for both fishing and conservation that endures to this day.
Australians have commemorated Anzac Day on 25 April for more than a century, but the ceremonies and their meanings have changed significantly since 1915.
The death of the champion Australian racehorse was mourned by the nation – and shrouded in mystery.
Consider wearing zinc or covering up next time you’re snorkeling, says Dr Karl – one popular sunscreen chemical can be toxic for baby corals.
Eating insects is growing in popularity. Are they just a trendy addition to city restaurants, or might they be the solution to feeding the planet’s burgeoning population?
‘C-Day’ brought change to Australia in the form of a new decimal currency.
We do know cows’ diets affects the flavour of their milk.
Unknown Danish architect Jørn Utzon won the competition with his bold vision.
Scans of thylacine brains from museum collections hint at areas of cortex involved in complex predatory behaviour.
Love letters, shootouts and bank robberies – Andrew George Scott’s life and relationship to James Nesbitt has left historians intrigued.