Warming up: new study points to a more sensitive climate to rising CO2
Climate models may be underestimating how sensitive the planet is to rising greenhouse gas levels .
Environment
'Everyone is vulnerable': Trump presidency a risk to climate science
A Trump presidency could have serious impacts on Australia's climate science and other research including short-term weather forecasts.
Ignoring Trump election, Australia ratifies Paris climate pact
The Turnbull government has ratified the Paris climate agreement, formalising Australia's commitment to a global effort to curb carbon emissions and reduce the risk of dangerous climate change.
Badgerys Airport gets environmental sign-off without flight paths set
Western Sydney Airport project clears a major environmental assessment hurdle.
Sydney's wetlands get more protection but other hazard maps delayed
Development in Sydney's coastal wetlands will become more difficult as the Baird government moves to tighten controls over ecologically sensitive regions.
'Wholesale gutting': Opposition warning as environment bills introduced
The Baird government is on the cusp of "gutting" environment protection in the state, opponents say.
'Quite sobering': How 2015's record heat could become the 'new normal'
Record hot years such as last year's global scorcher will become the norm before 2030 unless greenhouse gas emissions are curbed, a new study by Australian researchers has found.
And yes, the sky really is falling because of climate change
Chicken Littles may be on to something when it comes the effects of global warming.
Hazelwood is only the beginning of the end for coal power
The truth about Hazelwood is that it was never meant to last this long.
Pet owners' role in fighting antibiotic-resistance
When kitty Rufus was rescued by the RSCPA, he suffered from a tummy bug, the cat flu and severe hydration.
The climate change surprise no one saw coming
Global carbon dioxide emissions from fossil fuels and industry have stabilised for a third year in a row.
Frog princess's kiss of life
A pregnant Baw Baw frog, found high on a muddy mountaintop could be the key to a successful captive breeding program for the seriously endangered animal.
Zimbabwe court drops charges against hunter who helped kill Cecil the lion
A Zimbabwean court has thrown out charges against a local hunter accused of failing to stop the killing of the country's most prized lion by an American dentist, his lawyer said on Friday.
Climate sceptic Myron Ebell set to lead Trump's environmental policy
Donald Trump is looking to Myron Ebell, a well-known climate sceptic, to lead environmental policy.
Climate change now affecting all levels of life
Fish being caught for our tables are shrinking according to 'concerning' survey of studies published in the journal Science.
Donald Trump may face young people suing over global warming
(Bloomberg) -- A lawsuit brought by children against the Obama administration may force President-elect Donald Trump to decide how far he'll go to downplay the threat of global warming.
Streaming video from boats could ensure marine life safety
Australia's federal fisheries authority is exploring an ambitious plan to stream live footage from fishing vessels in a bid to improve its ability to respond to controversial reports that nets are killing endangered marine animals.
Sydney's high-risk disaster hotspots revealed
Bushfires are not Sydney's biggest disaster threat
Thunderstorm coming for the trip home
Sydney could be in for a thundery afternoon as a series of storm cells move in from the Blue Mountains.
Tens of thousands of wild orchids bloom across Canberra bushland
There are as many orchids species on Black Mountain as there are in the whole of Great Britain.
Cool change to bring relief but add to risks for crews battling blazes
A cool change on Tuesday is expected to bring both relief and anxiety to the hundreds of firefighters battling blazes along eastern NSW.
From Melbourne to the world: October's winds clock up the k's
You've heard of the expression to run like the wind. Well in Melbourne last month, the wind didn't run - it flew. But exactly how far did Melbourne's persistent spring winds travel? Put it this way: if you hitched a ride you'd need a passport.
The Sydney suburb at greatest risk of bushfire this summer
More than 100,000 households in the Sydney region and surrounds are exposed to high bushfire risks.
Pacific Highway cut again as dozens of fires burn across the state
A major bushfire continues to burn out of control in the Port Stephens area in the NSW Hunter region.
Bogong moths: the bush tucker superfood swarming Canberra
Bogong moths aren't just a marauding horde invading our houses, hot water systems and halls of power - they are a superfood that tastes a little like "charred pork fat".
Protesters demand action as New Delhi chokes under 'toxic' smoke cloud
Mask-wearing protesters took to the streets of the Indian capital on Sunday as the city remained blanketed under a cloud of toxic smoke.
Cracks appear in Baird's land-clearing plan as Liberal MP breaks rank
Divisions within the Baird government over its controversial native vegetation reforms are emerging, with a Liberal MP Bruce Notley-Smith warning they could trigger "further irreversible land degradation".
Sanctuary a biblical experience with unhappy ending
A couple's stay on Crown land at Lake Pamamaroo has lasted 11 years. Now they are being threatened with eviction.
Australian farmers are finally having a golden moment
Australian farmers are finally having a golden moment: prices are high for wool, lamb, beef and goat and there has been more rain across Australia than there has been for more than 15 years.
Sunniest spell for Sydney in spring for 36 years as mercury climbs
Sydney is bathing in the sunniest spell for this time of year since 1980, pushing the mercury to summer-like highs.
Taronga Western Plains Zoo celebrates first Asian elephant calf
Taronga Western Plains Zoo in Dubbo has trumpeted its credentials as a conservation centre by announcing the birth of its first Asian elephant calf.