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The incredible healing power of pets: World Mental Health Day 2026

man hugging his dog for article on World Mental Health Day 2024 and the emotional benefits of pets

  As Saturday October 10 is World Mental Health Day 2026 we are taking a look at the incredible healing power, and emotional support, of animals. The awareness day promotes emotional wellbeing, and for many people, it’s their pets who provide the support and companionship when they need it most.  In this article, we take … Read more

K’gari visitors still ignoring rules; risk dingo attacks

Dingo walking along beach in K'gari Island formerly known as Fraser Island

Despite well-publicised dingo attacks on K’gari (Fraser Island), visitors are still ignoring the safety rules and putting themselves, and the animals, at risk. We speak with experts to learn more about the native dingo and why the strict rules are in place for a very good reason. Visitors risk fines to interact with dingoes The … Read more