Queensland greyhound track remains shut amid safety concerns
The future of a regional Queensland greyhound racing venue remains in limbo six months after its snap closure due to…
Why people love going to a hunt club with no hounds, no foxes and no hunting
Every fortnight during winter, a dedicated group don their best riding outfits and make their way to the Kangaroo Island…
Inquiry with ‘wide-ranging powers’ to investigate NSW greyhound racing industry
In short: An independent inquiry into Greyhound Racing NSW has been confirmed by the NSW government. The inquiry’s confirmation comes…
Deadly brown snake interrupts tennis match at Brisbane International
Former US Open champion Dominic Thiem has had to battle two Aussie opponents in the first round of qualifying for…
‘He’s just part of the ship’s crew’: Oli the cat set for fantastic voyage in Sydney to Hobart
Around 62,000 sailors have competed in the Sydney to Hobart since 1945, but next month a friendly feline named Oli…
Two greyhounds euthanased, one injured during race featuring new safety device
A safety initiative to minimise harm was on trial during a race in which two greyhounds were euthanased and another injured…
Mum reduced to tears after seeing horse break leg in ‘freak’ rodeo incident
A horse has died in a “freak accident” after suffering a broken leg at a rodeo in north-west Victoria. Key points: A…
Emotional support alligator denied entry to baseball stadium
A baseball fan and his emotional support animal, an alligator named WallyGator, have been denied entry to a Major League…
Is this Fremantle’s most important ball winner? How Winnie the groodle helps the Dockers perform
When Winnie walks into a room, she’s greeted by a wave of adoration. Key points: Angie Bain is the Fremantle…
Travelling tent boxer Beaver Brophy becomes camel racing champion in Queensland outback
Beaver Brophy is propped up beside an open campfire with no distractions but a glimmering sky, lazy conversation, and the…