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NewsYahoo News AustraliaOver 20 pets rescued from unimaginable squalor in decrepit Adelaide home
Pictures of the home show a shocking level of neglect toward the animals and the occupants' personal property, with thick layers of grime and filth coating almost every surface.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaWildlife carer in state of shock after native animal 'brutally hacked'
GRAPHIC CONTENT: The wildlife rescuer was 'shocked and disgusted' by what had been done to the magpie. Find out more.
LifestyleYahoo News AustraliaDog owners hit back at MP's call to ban breed after attack
While public safety is a genuine concern, banning specific dog breeds is not an effective or ethical solution, experts say.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaHorror as Aussie woman's cat caught in steel trap
The owner of the beloved cat has recounted the horrific moment her pet returned home injured. Find out what happened.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaHeartbreaking find dumped in Aussie park as temperatures hit 35C
A member of the public made the shocking discovery in the middle of this week's Sydney heatwave.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaDriver slammed over 'disgusting' decision as temperatures soar
The motorist was called out by concerned witnesses. Find out more.
LifestyleYahoo News AustraliaLocals outraged after 'jaw dropping' discovery chained to bench
It's believed the pets were left with no food and water for three days.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaFacebook slammed for stubborn refusal to remove 'shocking' videos of animal cruelty
Despite many complaints over sickening images showing blatant animal cruelty, Facebook continues to say the content is 'not against community standards'.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaAussie zoo backtracks following backlash over viral orangutan act
Visitors were shocked to see the animal's wild move, but the zoo's response left some people furious. Find out more
NewsYahoo News AustraliaSick beachgoers cheer on disturbing whale shark act
Footage has surfaced of a man taking a knife to a stranded sea creature, to the delight of an excited crowd.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaDesperate plea after 'horrible' killings rock Queensland community
There's fears the killers have been going undetected for months.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaDog owner hits back after controversial photo showing pet tied to his ute
The Melbourne tradie has brushed off criticism after the controversial move sparked a bitter debate online. Find out what he said.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaPossible motive for devastating 'croc massacre' in north Queensland
A wildlife expert has warned of a potentially devastating domino effect within the already fragile ecosystems. Find out more
NewsYahoo News AustraliaWarning to dog owners over life-threatening injuries caused by 'fun game'
The innocent 'game' could cause a range of serious and long-term injuries for your pet. Here's what you need to know.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaHarrowing footage shows dolphin caught in controversial Queensland shark trap
The incident has prompted renewed calls for the government to rethink its shark mitigation program. Find out more.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaBulldozers ordered to stop work after endangered species found dead near NSW forest
The EPA has ordered logging to stop as it investigates the dead greater glider. Find out more.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaFamily ‘distraught’ after missing pet found drowned: ‘Tied a brick to his neck’
GRAPHIC WARNING: The missing cat's family had desperately been searching for him for weeks before his body was discovered.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaK'gari dingo attacks: The simple rule tourists keep ignoring
Many of the recent dingo bite victims on the Queensland island appear to be ignoring the rule.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaRace to save endangered orca population from starvation
Dying of cancer, an engineer is using his final moments on the planet to try and save a pod of orcas.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaResident's horror after severed horse head dumped on Aussie doorstep
The disturbing act rattled the South Australian couple who made the discovery on Sunday. Find out more.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaPhoto shows chilling moment before Aussie dad's horror shark attack
A photographer looking for dolphins captured the shot which appears to show the great white shark seconds before the attack.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaFamily stunned by metres-long snake 'doing parkour' in Aussie street
'Carpet pythons have 80 to 100 small teeth so a large one can absolutely cause damage if it gets a hold of you.'
NewsYahoo News AustraliaHarrowing discovery in Queensland mangroves exposes threat facing endangered species
Video shows first responders using a knife to cut the creature free.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaMum's horror as deadly intruder found lurking centimetres from baby
It's one of the 'most toxic animals on the planet'.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaAussie man's 'unacceptable' animal act caught on camera
The 33-year-old's actions have been condemned by authorities. See what he did.
