Animals

  • Scientists use helpful fungus

    A fungus discovered off the coast of France will help protect Port Campbell’s penguins from a noxious weed.

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  • State’s koala plan includes Otways

    Continued management of Cape Otway’s over-abundant koalas, and work to prevent over-population in other areas form part of a new statewide koala strategy.

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  • Bird’s eye view of the lane

    Can you identify this interesting bird spotted in Colac? Click to find out what it is.

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  • Cat curfew considered

    Surf Coast Shire Council will investigate whether to extend its cat curfew, as part of its new four-year Domestic Animal Management Plan.

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  • Wandering animals cause of concern for vet

    Concern for wandering animals has sparked a reminder from Colac Otway Shire Council.

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  • Parrot attack condemned

    Victoria’s Conservation Regulator has condemned an alleged incident of animal cruelty on a parrot at Lorne.

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  • Attack on king parrot condemned by public

    Lorne police are looking into an alleged incident of animal cruelty on a parrot at Lorne.

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  • New hendra virus strain prompts warning

    The discovery of a new form of hendra virus in bats and horses has prompted a warning for Victorian horse owners.

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