Cruelty free cosmetics rise in popularity

Oct 12, 2018 by Leave a Comment

EDEN PARKES People use makeup to feel good, but the rising issue of cruelty in animal testing is threatening that feeling for many.  Animal testing submits mice, rabbits, dogs, monkeys, birds and other species to a scientific process that may … [Read more...]

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Juggling birds with beds has benefits

Oct 3, 2018 by Leave a Comment

MADDISON MANGAN  Kathryn Killingback sells beds for a living, but when it comes to native birdlife she isn’t prepared to take their survival lying down. The Burleigh Waters businesswoman has rescued more than 600 native animals during the past … [Read more...]

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Feeding birds does more harm than good

Sep 26, 2018 by Leave a Comment

LUCY REES Feeding the birds is a pleasant way to spend an afternoon, but can be detrimental to the health of ducks, swans and other aquatic animals. Lucy Rees talks to a local wildlife rescuer to learn more about the harmful effect bread has on the … [Read more...]

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Cows find safe haven in hinterland

Sep 16, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Gavin and Graham Save A Cow Foundation

JAKE DAY In the Sunshine Coast hinterland is a little-known haven for cows that have been re-homed from beef and dairy farms around the South East. The cows have all been “rescued” by one man, Anthony Walsgott. Mr Walsgott has given a home … [Read more...]

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