Louise Burke

Neglected tropical disease is spreading to new regions due to rising temperatures - but scientists battling the scourge have new weapons at their disposal

The figure was dated at more than 17,000 years old using the remains of ancient wasp nests

The survival of a tiny species of ancient trapdoor spider hinges on what happens next

A chasm between government policy and public opinion is deepening

An ocean warming phenomenon called the Indian Ocean Dipole has created ideal breeding conditions for the insects

Hiker raises alarm after discovering dead and distressed marsupials in south-west Victoria

Wildlife experts fear dozens of animal and plant species could be threatened by extinction after unprecedented fires

Unprecedented destruction foreshadows conditions that will become frequent worldwide without action on climate change

Mangrove ecosystems support a huge variety of wildlife, but also provide huge benefits for cities

The animals have reportedly been destroying air conditioners to quench their thirst amid dry conditions

Prime Minister defends leadership as death toll from bushfires raging in three states reaches 24

Millions of animals have been killed, including huge numbers of koalas, which have drawn the world’s attention to the disaster

The Taaras Beach and Spa Resort on Redang Island has a lab dedicated to protecting marine life, as well as five-star facilities

Finding a turtle nest on Saadiyat beach was a life-affirming moment

With its dramatic, art-infused interiors, this hotel is a world away from Brisbane's standard pastel and palm-fringed properties