Beneath the surface, human noise is rewriting the ocean’s rhythm, putting marine animals at risk.
Swimming in the speakers
Sterilise to save lives
A WA animal shelter volunteer is calling for better education on pet sterilisation as increasing numbers of dogs are surrendered.
Fight for the flightless
There are moves to further protect penguins on Penguin Island, but Rockingham activists say it’s a drop in the ocean.
Dropping like pies
WA wildlife rescuers say magpies are turning up paralysed in record numbers, and no one knows why.
Death on demand
Vets and rescue workers describe the emotional toll of ‘convenience euthanasia’.
Pet peeves
It’s National Pet Day, and animal lovers want to highlight the difficulties of caring and adopting during a cost-of-living crisis.
Funding scratches the surface
Experts say new funding to manage feral cats will help protect the state’s biodiversity.
The rivers’ health: a birds eye view
Recent algal blooms have raised questions about the health of the Swan River and are posing threats to Perth’s osprey population.
Perth Zoo: Aging with grace
Perth Zoo turns 125 on October 17. Can this old-timer stay relevant?
Adopt, not shop
The pandemic saw a rise in furry friends being adopted, but many more are still seeking homes.
One for sorrow
The mysterious ‘black and white’ disease has taken hold in Perth magpies, causing some to drop out of the sky.
Rental paws
Weeks after the end of the rent moratorium, many animals remain desperate for a home.
Live exports back in the spotlight
Animals rights activists want Australia to follow the Kiwis’ lead.
Forgotten flora
Studies show we should pay as much attention to Australia’s endangered plants as endangered animals.
Man’s best therapist
Loki and Tara hope people from all walks of life can benefit from some puppy love.
‘Dog Amendment Bill’ or dog’s breakfast?
Puppy farming in Western Australia needs to stop, but is this the way to do it? Proposed legislation has some breeders worried.
Reining in the NDIS
Horses are changing the lives of people with special needs despite a lack of government funding.