One of the world’s deadliest spiders could hold the key to saving the lives of people who’ve had heart attacks, according to research by Australian scientists.
The drop bear myth, which says Australia is home to a killer species of koala that will jump from trees and latch onto you, has scared tourists for decades. But where did the myth come from?
A new collection of stamps tell the story of Australia’s volcanic past.
This evening, Venus and Mars will appear so close together, you can spot them with a pair of binoculars or a telescope.
Expand your knowledge of humpback whales with these five amazing facts.
How to tell a black house spider from a funnel-web spider.
Tasmanian devils are among Australia’s most beloved animals. Here are some not-so-often sighted facts about them.
A University of Sydney study has looked at the phenomenon of face pareidolia, or seeing faces in inanimate objects.
They’re about to attempt something no-one’s ever done before – 2600km in 110 days across Antarctica. Would you dare?
Australia’s first fully mobile veterinary hospital for wildlife is ready to hit the road at a moment’s notice.