oceans
NewsYahoo News AustraliaMan's rare fossil find while hiking with his girlfriend: '325 million years old'
The man was amazed by the discovery which could be more than 300 million years old. Find out what it is.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaBattle over Woodside's new gas project heats up: 'Climate bomb'
Find out why a WA offshore gas project will be challenged in the Federal Court over concerns it could harm the Great Barrier Reef.
ScienceYahoo News AustraliaAustralia wipes out distinct tiger shark population before it was discovered
Known to have existed until about 2000, two factors are believed to have killed off this genetically distinct population.
NewsYahoo News Australia'Embarrassing': Whale with calf tangled in Queensland shark nets
Conservationists are urging the Queensland government to drop the controversial shark net program after another whale became tangled.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaWarning to tourists after lifeguard's close call with monster great white
One local on North Stradbroke Island has a message for tourists after he shared a spectacular photo of a huge shark stalking the ocean. Find out more.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaDog owners warned as toxic sea creatures wash up on Aussie beaches
A daily dog walk has ended in tragedy for an Adelaide man after his border collie ate one of the world's deadliest fish. Find out what you need to know to help protect your pet.
ScienceYahoo News AustraliaWhy bull shark numbers in Australia could begin to drop
Urbanisation and climate change are contributing to the decline of bull shark habitat, but scientists say there is some good news.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaHeavy fish consumption linked to increased cancer risk
The study's authors believe contaminants in fish flesh could be to blame. Find out more.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaBrazilian fisherman's unusual haul after fish disappear from ocean
These fisherman are now paid to collect rubbish after their regular catch disappeared. Find out more as we exam the global initiatives for World Oceans Day.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaFear for future of pristine Tiwi Islands: 'Stakes couldn’t be higher'
Santos's Barossa gas project is set to be challenged in the Federal Court by Traditional Owners.
LifestyleYahoo News AustraliaHow much plastic do Coles, Woolworths, Aldi and IGA use?
Yahoo News asked each of the supermarket chains seven questions about their plastic use. Their responses were disappointing. Find out why.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaAncient whale dies of 'very rare' cause: 'You almost take a step back'
While plastic regularly kills whales in the Phillipines, this 70-year-old male died of something less common. See out what investigators found.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaWarning sign that appeared the day before Tonga's volcanic eruption
For the first time, scientists have mapped the underwater volcano following the disastrous eruption and tsunami in Tonga. What they found blew them away.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaSwimmers' incredible encounter with whales off Bondi Beach: ‘Pure joy’
Ocean swimmers at Bondi had a Monday morning they will never forget when they swam eye to eye with a pair of humpback whales. See the incredible pictures.
LifestyleYahoo News AustraliaStory behind 'perfect' holes found on Aussie shells: 'Moderately disturbing'
A South Australian man took to the internet to wonder what was behind the curious detail. Do you know?
NewsYahoo News Australia59 minutes of shark ‘torture’ off Sydney beach divides internet
Authorities maintain the shark their contractor worked within their guidelines. Watch the video here.
NewsYahoo Finance AUInvestigation underway as huge 18m whale washes up on remote beach
See photos of the operation underway after the mature sperm whale washed up on the tropical beach.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaStory behind tiny detail on Coles' new plastic bags
Coles are spruiking the environmental credentials of its new bags, but are they actually greener? Find out more.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaBeachgoers hit with $800 fine for collecting protected shellfish
A day at a popular NSW beach has turned into a "costly afternoon" for one group.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaSeal with horrific injuries washes up on a popular dog beach
Authorities have been criticised for taking too long to help the seal. Find out more.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaAussie fishermen film terrifying encounter with 'monster' shark: 'Inhaled propeller'
The three-metre shark latched onto the boat and wouldn't let go as the fishing group became increasingly 'worried'. Watch the drama unfold.
NewsYahoo News Australia'Incredible': Giant squid found washed up on beach
One of the ocean's most elusive creatures from the deep has washed up on a beach in Cape Town – a week after another giant from the sea was found in Japan.
NewsYahoo News Australia'Instagram culture' blamed for troubling disappearance of endangered sharks
Grey nurse sharks have disappeared from a popular diving spot in NSW. Researchers are desperately trying to work out why.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaBody of teen found after rock fishing tragedy
The 19-year-old has been missing since Monday when he was swept off the rocks while fishing. Read more.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaBeachgoers' 'brave' act after confronting discovery on Perth beach
Experts believe the shark was likely a rare species. Watch the video here.
