Category: News

Tasmanian vets call for end to greyhound racing

Between reports of animal abuse and cruelty, and a state government that directed $37m of taxpayer funds this year to support it, Tasmania’s greyhound racing industry has long been the subject of controversy. A petition presented to parliament in 2022, that called for the withdrawal of taxpayer funding, attracted more […]

When “Forever” is a Deadly Problem

Previous studies have found there are short-term health risks from exposure to concentrations of per- and polyfluoroalkyl chemicals for both humans and wildlife, but there has been limited understanding of the long-term effects of exposure to PFAS – or ‘forever chemicals’ as they are also called – on aquatic ecosystem-dependent […]

More than $38k raised for Byron Bay Wildlife Hospital

Comedy masters Jimeoin, Lehmo, Mandy Nolan and MC Madeleine West drew a capacity crowd to raise over $38,000 to help treat sick, injured and orphaned wildlife at Byron Bay Wildlife Hospital’s second annual WILD AID fundraiser event in Byron Bay. “We are so humbled by the generosity of our community, […]

Playpens for calves

Anyone who has watched lambs or calves frolicking and careering around a paddock chasing each other, knows that these young animals, just like young children, love to play, but while zoos have recognised the importance of enrichment programs that give captive-bred juveniles a creative outlet for their physical and mental […]

High-tech dog mannequin aids TAFE training

A cutting-edge canine mannequin, recently introduced at TAFE NSW Kingscliff, is providing veterinary nursing students with an invaluable, hands-on learning experience. The lifelike mannequin, imported from the US – and affectionately named Barbara – allows students to practice essential clinical skills in a safe and controlled environment. Gemma Holland, a […]