The first complete mapping of the genome of the quirky duck-billed platypus reveals how it got so strange.
A recent survey finds Australians feeling optimistic about their own finances, but less so about the country's overall.
"We found that in regions where weaker rocks are present, earthquakes may rupture faults under low friction."
The Barada Barna people discovered the fossil remains of some remarkably large Australian megafauna, including huge kangaroos and lizards.
In a new survey of Australians, 60% say they're moderately or very satisfied with their government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Australian government could improve its conservation efforts by focusing on "umbrella" species like the koala.
Making electronic cigarettes easier to get could help boost health in Australia and New Zealand, researchers say.
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