Australia

Australian farmers battle massive mouse plague as crops and homes overrun

A massive mouse infestation is ravaging crops and homes across Western Australia, forcing farmers to spend heavily on pest...

Victoria declares state of disaster as bushfires rage

Victoria has declared a state of disaster as fierce bushfires burn vast forests, destroy homes and leave people missing,...

Türkiye names Murat Kurum COP31 president in Antalya

Türkiye names Environment Minister Murat Kurum as COP31 president, partnering with Australia to lead negotiations, host talks in Antalya,...

Ethiopia tapped to host COP32 in 2027, as COP31 stalemate between Australia and Turkey persists

Ethiopia is set to host the 32nd UN Climate Change Conference (COP32) in 2027, while uncertainty continues over next...

Australia and Turkey vying for COP31 hosting rights

The final verdict is expected at COP30 next year or during a meeting in Bonn, Germany, in June 2025 The...